Captain
Scott Thompson

Member since May 2015 Fernandina Beach, United States

Background: My passion for fishing and being on the water began with my grandfather taking me fishing offshore in Ocean City, Maryland at the age of 6.The enjoyment I get from my clients excitement boating a grouper or my mate gaffing a Wahoo only adds to my passion to continue searching for that trophy wall hanger or bottom bumping for that reminiscent back water flounder.
Techniques: Trolling the blue water for Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo and billfish is an exciting action packed day or deep water bottom fishing for Grouper and other reef/wreck species.

Hey, I'm Captain Scott Thompson

Fernandina Beach, United States

Background: My passion for fishing and being on the water began with my grandfather taking me fishing offshore in Ocean City, Maryland at the age of 6.The enjoyment I get from my clients excitement boating a grouper or my mate gaffing a Wahoo only adds to my passion to continue searching for that trophy wall hanger or bottom bumping for that reminiscent back water flounder.
Techniques: Trolling the blue water for Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo and billfish is an exciting action packed day or deep water bottom fishing for Grouper and other reef/wreck species.

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Pipe Dream Charters – Pipedream III

4.7 / 5

(211 reviews)

4.7 / 5

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Fernandina Beach • 37 ft • 6 persons

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Cooling Waters increase the bite

Sep 9, 2023 Fernandina Beach

Hello Anglers, It's been a while since Captain Scott with Pipe Dream Charters has had the time to let everyone know what's biting. But with the change of seasons, the coming of Fall weather and cooling water temperature, has got me excited for an exciting Fall and early winter bite. In a few weeks the Mahi, Tuna and Wahoo will be making their way back south to escape the cold waters of the North Atlantic. Trolling for these pelagics will get the excitement going listening to one of these fish trying to spool the reel. Then top the day off bottom fishing the ledge for Grouper, Mutton and Mangrove Snapper and Triggers. Bottom fishing nearer to shore , Vermillion Snapper, Amberjack, Triggers and Grouper makes a great way to fill the box. For those anglers who do not want to venture so far off shore and have a shorter day, the Jetties is a great way to have some super Fall action with Bull Reds, Black Drum and Sharks. Recently, the Grouper bite has been great with Black and Gag Grouper within 25 miles offshore. Mix in some Vermillion Snapper, Triggers and Amberjack to fill the box and then some big Barracuda's for some fast action. June, July and August produced a good season, slow trolling for King Mackerel and there was no shortage of Cobia and some Sails. Yesterday on our way in, we had one of the few Tarpon still hanging around, rocket next to the boat. The cooling water temps will soon have these Tarpon looking for a warmer climate. Pipe Dream Charters offers a variety of trips ranging from 4 hours nearshore to 12 hours Blue water trolling and bottom fishing. To book your next excitement filled day of fishing call Pipe Dream Charters.

First fish of the morning

Aug 14, 2023 Fernandina Beach

After cast netting pogies on the beach we headed toward the north side of the north jettie. Stopping a quarter mile short of the red bouy we started slow trolling. Bait was busting everywhere and i knew there had to be a smoker along the rocks. The best tide for trolling the jetties is the incoming but we were a few minutes late and it had already started it outgoing tide. But just maybe, just maybe there would be a big one hanging around the bait pods. After ten minutes of slow trolling she struck and smoked the reel for at least 100 yards. After setting the drag Ronnie, the mate handed Shanes daughter the rod and she worked it perfectly. After a good 25 minutes and tediously working the fish the first mate stuck it with the gaff. This King would have paid in any tournament.

The seas were very bumpy today but these

Jun 16, 2023 Fernandina Beach

Sea conditions were not favorable but we made it happed. Big Cobia, lots of Red Snapper and big Sharks

Grouper

May 31, 2023 Fernandina Beach

Great day with Grouper, Amberjack, Vermillion Snapper and Triggers

Deep Drop fishing

May 21, 2023 Fernandina Beach

Started the morning of Sunday May 21 trolling slow bite but managed two Mahi and some cuda's Bottom fished the drop off had a red hot bite with AJ's, Vermillion, Big Triggers, Graysby, Rock Hind Grouper. Made a quick stop on the way in and pulled up a Nice Black Grouper.

Offshore bottom fishing

May 4, 2023 Fernandina Beach

Great 10 hour day bottom fishing. Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Amber Jack and Triggers.

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4.7 / 5

out of 5 stars from 211 reviews

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4.8 / 5

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4.7 / 5

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Anglers Claimed

Good experience
	88%
Friendly captain
	99%
Recommend this charter
	95%
Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	96%
Catch intended fish
	69%

Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	96%
Catch intended fish
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Takira R.

Tallahassee, FL

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Half Day Trip with the family

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip (AM) – Nearshore on June 2, 2023

Takira R.

Tallahassee, FL

5.0 / 5

Jun 2, 2023

4 Hour Trip (AM) – Nearshore

Half day trip with my husband and kiddos. I like that he has a first mate with him to help assist with everything and that made the trip more relaxing. He knew where the fishing spots were and we had a nice catch. The 1st mate even cleaned the catch for us. I will definitely choose him again. The only thing I would change is if he offered life jackets bc I would’ve brought them myself. Other than that: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Half day trip with my husband and kiddos. I like that he has a first mate with him to help assist with everything and that...

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Scott Thompson (The Captain)

Replied on June 4, 2023

Thank you for the review. I do carry life jackets as required by the Coast Guard.

Scott Thompson (The Captain)

Replied on June 4, 2023

Thank you for the review. I do carry life jackets as required by the Coast Guard.

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Brian H.

Cumming, GA

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

6 hour trip, great times

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip (PM) – Reef/Wreck on April 4, 2023

Brian H.

Cumming, GA

5.0 / 5

Apr 4, 2023

6 Hour Trip (PM) – Reef/Wreck

6 hour trip, great times

VERIFIED

Went out yesterday (first week of April) with CPT Scott and Dave. Had a great time and caught lots of fish. Its early season, but we still managed to get plenty of fish to take home. Weather was great. CPT knew places to go and we bottom fished as long as we were getting bites. If the bite was slow, we picked up and moved to another close location until we were on ‘em again. Great with kids/family for an overall great experience. Highly recommended.

Went out yesterday (first week of April) with CPT Scott and Dave. Had a great time and caught lots of fish. Its early season,...

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Kenny F.

Atlanta, Georgia

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

4 hour jetty trip with Capt. Scott

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip (AM) – Reef/Wreck on June 1, 2023

Kenny F.

Atlanta, Georgia

5.0 / 5

Jun 1, 2023

6 Hour Trip (AM) – Reef/Wreck

4 hour jetty trip with Capt. Scott

VERIFIED

My wife, Father-in-law, and myself thoroughly enjoyed our time fishing with Capt. Scott and his first mate Rodney, it was an enjoyable trip with a few whitey, a spot fish, flounder, and one very large 60-70 pound stingray. We would have had a more productive trip but the weather was not cooperating. 20-25 mph winds, but a very fun day and Capt. Scott and Rodney are quite fun to go with. Highly recommend!

My wife, Father-in-law, and myself thoroughly enjoyed our time fishing with Capt. Scott and his first mate Rodney, it was an...

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Lane H.

Fernandina Beach, Florida

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

8 hour bottom fishing

VERIFIED 8 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 18, 2023

Lane H.

Fernandina Beach, Florida

5.0 / 5

Jun 18, 2023

8 Hour Trip – Offshore

8 hour bottom fishing

VERIFIED

We were on the fish, just couldn’t get them all in the boat. A couple hooked were too strong for and broke the lines. A few spit out the hook, but we still had a great time. We did catch a nice Red Snapper and released it after getting a good pic. We also caught a Trigger and Amber Jack as well as a ton of Grunts.

We were on the fish, just couldn’t get them all in the boat. A couple hooked were too strong for and broke the lines. ...

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Thomas K.

Orange Park, FL

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

6 hour trip.

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip (AM) – Reef/Wreck on October 15, 2022

Thomas K.

Orange Park, FL

5.0 / 5

Oct 15, 2022

6 Hour Trip (AM) – Reef/Wreck

6 hour trip.

VERIFIED

First time fishing for the group. I havent fished in 30 years. Captain scott and jimmy welcomed us. Both were helpful and awesome. Kids (4 and 17) both had an amazing time. Jimmy took the time to explain about fishing and just talking and making everyone feel like part of the group. Had several bites. Caught some amazing fish ( red snapper, a couple of sharks, porgy, and a good snapper). We all had a great time. Can’t wait to go again. Trip is well worth the experience.

First time fishing for the group. I havent fished in 30 years. Captain scott and jimmy welcomed us. Both were helpful and...

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Half Day Trip with the family

Half Day Trip with the family

6 hour trip, great times

6 hour trip, great times

4 hour jetty trip with Capt. Scott

4 hour jetty trip with Capt. Scott

8 hour bottom fishing

8 hour bottom fishing

6 hour trip.

6 hour trip.

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