Captain
Matthew Fann

Member since July 2024 Wanchese, United States
Background
I've been an active crew member onboard some very successful charter operations in South Florida, as well as the outer Banks of NC. I was raised in the sport fishing industry from a very young age and have followed my father's footsteps. I originally started as a "boat wash kid" where I tried to get my foot in the door in the industry. It's a rough neck industry for a young kid but I pushed my way through and eventually became a 2nd mate, first mate and after 15 years as a mate, I set a course for sea school where I would graduate with a 100 ton masters credential. I have been blessed and privileged to learn under some very well known captains who were very demanding and I feel that pressure helped me to become the captain I am today. As a captain and owner I have made honesty my highest aim. That's my personal policy and I stand by it. Now that I've climbed the ladder to the helm of my own boat, I get to teach people from all walks of life about fishing, boating and the marine world! Thanks for reading and let's go fishing!
Techniques
I really enjoy trolling as a main method as it's typically known to produce through many conditions. Live bait can at times be very useful but when the current has slowed to a crawl then trolling can increase your odds at action. Wreck fishing is also one of my favorite methods as the depths of water can really test out one's angling abilities and the mystery of what waits below! Winter time in south Florida is sailfish season and kite fishing is a great way to see high numbers.

Hey, I'm Captain Matthew Fann

Wanchese, United States
Background
I've been an active crew member onboard some very successful charter operations in South Florida, as well as the outer Banks of NC. I was raised in the sport fishing industry from a very young age and have followed my father's footsteps. I originally started as a "boat wash kid" where I tried to get my foot in the door in the industry. It's a rough neck industry for a young kid but I pushed my way through and eventually became a 2nd mate, first mate and after 15 years as a mate, I set a course for sea school where I would graduate with a 100 ton masters credential. I have been blessed and privileged to learn under some very well known captains who were very demanding and I feel that pressure helped me to become the captain I am today. As a captain and owner I have made honesty my highest aim. That's my personal policy and I stand by it. Now that I've climbed the ladder to the helm of my own boat, I get to teach people from all walks of life about fishing, boating and the marine world! Thanks for reading and let's go fishing!
Techniques
I really enjoy trolling as a main method as it's typically known to produce through many conditions. Live bait can at times be very useful but when the current has slowed to a crawl then trolling can increase your odds at action. Wreck fishing is also one of my favorite methods as the depths of water can really test out one's angling abilities and the mystery of what waits below! Winter time in south Florida is sailfish season and kite fishing is a great way to see high numbers.
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4.9 / 5
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Wanchese
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 86 reviews
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
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Ted M.
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If you want a good time the fish advisor is the boat for you!

VERIFIED   Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) on August 5, 2024
Captain Matt and the fish advisor are the way to go.ย  Steamed out to the fishing grounds and within minutes we had fish on...
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Paul S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Matt was awesome!

VERIFIED   3 hour (PM) on March 27, 2025
Matt was pleasant and informative. He took care of the my family on a rougher day for fishing. We did land a mahi-mahi and...
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Ben O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Do not book a trip with anyone else

VERIFIED   3 hour (PM) on April 12, 2025
Best charter experience Ive ever had! Captain Matthew was very knowledgeable and friendly. My group had a very fun time, and...
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Ronald P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (Later PM) on February 18, 2025
Captain Matt was terrific. Everyone caught fish and enjoyed eating them later. Matt explained what was going on to our kids....
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Byron M.
Excellent
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Fishing with Matthew

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Half Day Trip (AM) on July 14, 2025
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