Charter Operator
Live Action Fishing Charters

Member since May 2015 Islamorada, United States
Background
Live Action Fishing Charters is operated by Captain TJ Zinkand. A South Florida native, he grew up exploring the local waters, spending most of his childhood days fishing with his dad and grandfather. Capt. TJ has been fishing for Redfish, Snook, and Tarpon since he was a young boy. As well as these inshore species, TJ learned the art of fishing offshore for Mahi Mahi and Sailfish. He is a young and enthusiastic captain who knows the waters of Islamorada, the Florida Bay, and Miami like the back of his hand.

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Islamorada, United States
Background
Live Action Fishing Charters is operated by Captain TJ Zinkand. A South Florida native, he grew up exploring the local waters, spending most of his childhood days fishing with his dad and grandfather. Capt. TJ has been fishing for Redfish, Snook, and Tarpon since he was a young boy. As well as these inshore species, TJ learned the art of fishing offshore for Mahi Mahi and Sailfish. He is a young and enthusiastic captain who knows the waters of Islamorada, the Florida Bay, and Miami like the back of his hand.
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Reviews

My Charter Listings

Live Action Fishing Charters – Inshore

Excellent
4.4 / 5
(5 reviews)
Islamorada
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $500

Live Action Fishing Charters – Offshore

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Islamorada
Trips from US $1,000

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (3)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
71%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Luke H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

5 Stars

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on January 12, 2026
Capt TJ and first mate Billy were great. We were hauling them in with 10 minutes of dropping anchor. They’re set up for whatever...
Luke H. recommends Live Action Fishing Charters – Offshore
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Nelson M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Thomas

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Tarpon & Shark on February 27, 2026
Nelson M. recommends Live Action Fishing Charters – Inshore
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Scott S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Guys fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on January 18, 2025
Finally convinced my ice fishing group to go south instead of north and was thankful TJ put us on the fish.  Caught several...
Scott S. recommends Live Action Fishing Charters – Offshore
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Bing M.
Very good
3.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Thomas

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on August 13, 2026
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Raymie S.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   December 1, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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