Captain
Aaron Black

Member since December 2024 Marathon, United States
Background
Meet Your Captain, Aaron Black Captain Aaron grew up on the Great Lakes of Michigan, where the love for fishing was instilled at an early age by his father and grandfather. This passion led him to film a fishing show and supply fresh fish to local restaurants, setting the stage for a lifelong dedication to the craft. With over 40 years of experience fishing from the Great Lakes to the East Coast, and throughout the Florida Keys, Caribbean Waters of Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Bahamas, he brings unmatched expertise and enthusiasm to every charter. As a holder of the USCG 100 Ton Masters Captain's License from the prestigious Chapman's Academy of Seamanship in Stuart, Florida, Captain Aaron combines a wealth of experience with a commitment to safety and professionalism. His enthusiasm for fishing brought him to Marathon, where he is eager to share his passion and knowledge with others.
Techniques
Captain Aaron’s Preferred Fishing Techniques Captain Aaron is a master of versatile fishing methods, ensuring every trip is tailored for excitement and success. His go-to techniques include: Offshore Trolling & Sightfishing: Whether it’s targeting pelagic species like tuna, mahi, or wahoo, Captain Aaron loves the thrill of trolling open waters and sightfishing for that unforgettable strike. Drifting Wrecks: Perfect for hooking into hard-fighting species like amberjack, kingfish, and snapper, this technique combines skill and patience for maximum payoff. Reef Fishing: Using multiple approaches, Captain Aaron targets species like yellowtail, grouper, and mutton snapper to ensure consistent action and a cooler full of delicious catches. No matter your fishing style or experience level, Captain Aaron’s expertise guarantees a memorable day on the water!

Hey, I'm Captain Aaron Black

Marathon, United States
Background
Meet Your Captain, Aaron Black Captain Aaron grew up on the Great Lakes of Michigan, where the love for fishing was instilled at an early age by his father and grandfather. This passion led him to film a fishing show and supply fresh fish to local restaurants, setting the stage for a lifelong dedication to the craft. With over 40 years of experience fishing from the Great Lakes to the East Coast, and throughout the Florida Keys, Caribbean Waters of Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Bahamas, he brings unmatched expertise and enthusiasm to every charter. As a holder of the USCG 100 Ton Masters Captain's License from the prestigious Chapman's Academy of Seamanship in Stuart, Florida, Captain Aaron combines a wealth of experience with a commitment to safety and professionalism. His enthusiasm for fishing brought him to Marathon, where he is eager to share his passion and knowledge with others.
Techniques
Captain Aaron’s Preferred Fishing Techniques Captain Aaron is a master of versatile fishing methods, ensuring every trip is tailored for excitement and success. His go-to techniques include: Offshore Trolling & Sightfishing: Whether it’s targeting pelagic species like tuna, mahi, or wahoo, Captain Aaron loves the thrill of trolling open waters and sightfishing for that unforgettable strike. Drifting Wrecks: Perfect for hooking into hard-fighting species like amberjack, kingfish, and snapper, this technique combines skill and patience for maximum payoff. Reef Fishing: Using multiple approaches, Captain Aaron targets species like yellowtail, grouper, and mutton snapper to ensure consistent action and a cooler full of delicious catches. No matter your fishing style or experience level, Captain Aaron’s expertise guarantees a memorable day on the water!
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(8 reviews)
Marathon
Trips from US $925

Customer reviews

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
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Excellent
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Edie E. E.
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AWESOME MAHI TRIP! 10/10 would recommend

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing on May 24, 2025
My boyfriend and I booked a six hour offshore fishing trip in hopes to catch my first Mahi and other local fishes. Captain...
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Stephen T.
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Outstanding experience for the family

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing on July 21, 2025
Wonderful day offshore with Captain Aaron, Bender, and the Black’s Pearl! Friendly, easygoing with my kids. Great boat, super...
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Chuck P.
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Is that a chair?

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing on May 6, 2025
Capt. Aaron has the skills needed to captain the Blacks Pearl and any other boat on the seas. With 5 of us looking for structure...
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Paxton M. F.
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Great day of fishing!!

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on February 17, 2025
Captain Aaron is super knowledgeable. He was able to put us on fish while other boats struggled.  We limited out on tuna in...
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Josh K.
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing on July 7, 2025
Captain Aaron worked hard to get us on fish and had us catching fish right away and all day!  It was a great day on the water! ...
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