Fred Gowdy

Rating

Anglers' gallery (696)

What anglers say

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  Marty Boykin

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  Tennessee, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  Fantastic trip!

  4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM) on August 8, 2026 • 2 adults

  What a fantastic freshwater experience! My husband is an experienced fisherman and I have fished on occasion. Captain Fred easily accommodated both of us. We went to several sweet spots and caught red fish, snapper, trout, lady fish and catfish. The 4-hr trip went by quickly. Captain Fred filleted our red fish and snapper and recommended Fish House to cook it for us. We had it blackened, jerk and fried. It’s the best food we’ve had on our trip! This was an excellent charter and one that we would both HIGHLY RECOMMEND! We had a great time! Thank you, Captain Fred!!

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  Response from Captain

  August 8, 2026

  Thanks for the great review...the fish looks delicious!!!

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  Jennifer O'brien

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  Minnesota, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  Fabulous trip!

  4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM) on March 2, 2026 • 2 adults

  I booked this trip for my dad (81) and daughter (21) and they both had a terrific time. My dad was impressed with how much effort Captain Fred put into the trip, moving to spots where they had great success catching fish. He is knowledgeable, personal and helpful. My daughter loved the whole experience and both said would book Captain Fred again in a heartbeat. It was definitely a memory-maker! Also, Captain Fred expertly filleted their trout and they took it to The Fish House in Bonita Springs where they were able to have it prepared for lunch! It was delicious! Fabulous trip!

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  Response from Captain

  March 3, 2026

  Thanks guys....hope to fish with you again!!! 😃

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  Kyle Mears

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  Ohio, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  Great fishing captain!

  2 hour backwater am on July 9, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

  This was a great experience for everyone! Ultimately, I was looking for a good experience for my two boys (9 and 12). Fred was awesome with my boys, taking time to help and explain as he was also trying to catch us fish. We caught a little of everything, from snapper to catfish and even sharks! This was a great trip and cant say enough how enjoyable Fred was. Will be back the next time we are in the area!

  

  Response from Captain

  July 9, 2026

  You guys were alot of fun...looking forward to fishing with you guys again!

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  Robert Grogan

  Repeat angler

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  Texas, US

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  Member since 2019

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  2 trips

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  Excellent Experience

  4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM) on July 23, 2026 • 2 adults

  My 13yo son and I had a really great trip on this charter with Fred! He is extremely knowledgeable about fishing, and how to adjust to the dynamics of fishing in Bonita Springs. Furthermore, he really enjoys teaching people how to fish and catch. We learned a lot from fishing from him and hope to be back sometime soon.

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  Response from Captain

  July 27, 2026

  Thanks for the great review...what a great mangrove snapper!!!

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  Sal Cimbalo

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  New York, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  Fishing with Fred

  4 Hour Trip – Backwater (AM) on April 29, 2026 • 1 adult

  mr. Gowdy was a great guide. Took me to various places within Estero Bay. Showing me different fish catching techniques. Caught snook, trout snapper and even a puffer fish. he is very attentive and knowledgeable. I highly recommend his services. Five stars across the board.👍🏻

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  Response from Captain

  April 29, 2026

  Hope to fish with you again!!!

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