Captain
James Pic

Member since May 2018 Panama City, United States
Background
Captain JP has over 48 years of experience and an intimate knowledge of the area. He will take you to areas that others fishermen don’t even know about, and will always get you on the fish. He specializes in light tackle and fly fishing. He was also voted best guide in the area in both 2015 and 2017, receiving the “Best of Panama City Award”. This award focuses on quality, so you can rest assured that you are in great hands with Captain JP. Every day of the year with Capt. JP is a great fishing day!
Techniques
Light tackle, trolling, live bait and bottom fishing

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Panama City, United States
Background
Captain JP has over 48 years of experience and an intimate knowledge of the area. He will take you to areas that others fishermen don’t even know about, and will always get you on the fish. He specializes in light tackle and fly fishing. He was also voted best guide in the area in both 2015 and 2017, receiving the “Best of Panama City Award”. This award focuses on quality, so you can rest assured that you are in great hands with Captain JP. Every day of the year with Capt. JP is a great fishing day!
Techniques
Light tackle, trolling, live bait and bottom fishing
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Reviews
24
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Advanced Fishing With JP

State licensed
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(145 reviews)
Panama City
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 145 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (145)
Fishing with James
Fishing with James
July fishing trip
+142
Angler rating
122
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
93%
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Daniel O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip on July 16, 2025
After a cancellation by another boat because of engine problems was able to book a last minute trip with Captain Pic. This...
Daniel O. recommends Advanced Fishing With JP
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Gerry G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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JP Knows Where the Fish Are

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on June 24, 2025
If you want a friendly hold your hand captain look elsewhere. If you want to catch fish and learn something in the process,JP...
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Courtney W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip on August 1, 2025
Had a great time caught my first Mahi mahi captain was very helpful will be booking again looking to get hooked on some fish...
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Lawrence G.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  July 26, 2025
The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Ryan C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on June 25, 2025
We had a great trip with JP and we caught several fish. He was very good with the two boys I took with me and teaching them...
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