Captain
Fred Gowdy

Member since June 2018 Bonita Springs, United States
Background
Captain Fred Gowdy has been fishing for over 15 years. He recently decided to change this love of fishing into his occupation. He can't wait to show you the waters and hope you will have a great time out there with him. He knows where the fish are and have your lines in the water in no time!

Hey, I'm Captain Fred Gowdy

Bonita Springs, United States
Background
Captain Fred Gowdy has been fishing for over 15 years. He recently decided to change this love of fishing into his occupation. He can't wait to show you the waters and hope you will have a great time out there with him. He knows where the fish are and have your lines in the water in no time!
Anglers Choice
296
Reviews
92
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Fred Gowdy Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(296 reviews)
Angler's choice
Bonita Springs
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 296 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
91%
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Paul R. S.
Bonita Springs, Florida
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Four hour Peacock Bass tour

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Backwater (AM) on March 29, 2023
Great experience with Fred catching fifteen Peacock Bass. Boat and gear were top notch and Fred knows where and how to catch...
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Anthony N.
New Rochelle, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day with Captain Fred

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Backwater (AM) on March 24, 2023
Had a wonderful trip today with the Captain. Got us out to the reef for some great fishing. Highly recommend. Great overall...
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Michael M.
Thornton, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

1/2 day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore on April 5, 2022
Wanted to fish inshore but do to the weather not cooperating (heavy winds) capt. Suggested we try our luck fishing the back...
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Josh F.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Bonita springs fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Backwater (AM) on November 7, 2023
If youโ€™re looking for a great, reliable, easy going local guide that knows his way around you have found him! Hit a couple...
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Kevin F.
CONCORD FARR, TN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day with Captain Fred

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Backwater (AM) on August 7, 2023
Great time on the water with Captain Fred. Super knowledgeable and great teacher. Will book again when in the area.
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