Captain
Brantley Witsken

Member since September 2024 Bonita Springs, United States
Background
Growing up in Bonita Springs, my childhood was steeped in the beauty of Florida's waters, where my passion for fishing grew from day one. The mornings spent casting lines and the thrill of reeling in a catch ignited my dream of becoming a captain. Beyond the joy of fishing for myself, I found immense satisfaction in helping others experience the same thrill. Teaching friends and strangers alike the art of angling became a cherished part of my journey, as watching their faces light up with each catch was just as rewarding as reeling in my own. My love for the sea and the joy of sharing it with others have shaped my aspirations and fueled my commitment to a life spent on the water.
Techniques
1. Live Bait - Using Pilchards, Threadfins, live shrimp, or other baitfish to attract game fish. 2. Cut Bait - Employing chunks of cut up bait fish to entice larger gamefish. 3. Bobbers - Utilizing bobbers to suspend bait at a specific depth and signal bites. 4. Popping Corks - Using popping corks to create noise and movement on the surface, attracting fish. 5. Artificial Lures - Employing various types of artificial lures, such as jigs, swimbaits, and soft plastics, to mimic the movement of prey for game fish. These techniques reflect a diverse approach to connect with different species in the water

Hey, I'm Captain Brantley Witsken

Bonita Springs, United States
Background
Growing up in Bonita Springs, my childhood was steeped in the beauty of Florida's waters, where my passion for fishing grew from day one. The mornings spent casting lines and the thrill of reeling in a catch ignited my dream of becoming a captain. Beyond the joy of fishing for myself, I found immense satisfaction in helping others experience the same thrill. Teaching friends and strangers alike the art of angling became a cherished part of my journey, as watching their faces light up with each catch was just as rewarding as reeling in my own. My love for the sea and the joy of sharing it with others have shaped my aspirations and fueled my commitment to a life spent on the water.
Techniques
1. Live Bait - Using Pilchards, Threadfins, live shrimp, or other baitfish to attract game fish. 2. Cut Bait - Employing chunks of cut up bait fish to entice larger gamefish. 3. Bobbers - Utilizing bobbers to suspend bait at a specific depth and signal bites. 4. Popping Corks - Using popping corks to create noise and movement on the surface, attracting fish. 5. Artificial Lures - Employing various types of artificial lures, such as jigs, swimbaits, and soft plastics, to mimic the movement of prey for game fish. These techniques reflect a diverse approach to connect with different species in the water
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(4 reviews)
Bonita Springs
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Appropriate for children
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Michael K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish on! with Captain Brantley

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on February 18, 2026
Great day of near shore and in shore fishing with Brantley for my son and I.ย  We caught sheepshead, snapper, grouper and the...
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David K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on February 4, 2026
great boat and gear, knowledgeable captain who knows these waters and know how to catch fish.
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Bob L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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February fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Inshore on February 5, 2026
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Duke J.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   March 31, 2025
The charter operation canceled 2 days after the trip date.
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