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.
Our Team
Ronnie W.
First mate

My Charter Listing

Fishing Reports

Cooling Waters increase the bite
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.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 218 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Awesome time
Awesome time
Great Fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
77%
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William B.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Nearshore on August 9, 2023
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John M.
Colorado Springs, CO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) โ€“ Reef/Wreck on August 7, 2023
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Mark L.
ABRAHAM BALDWIN COLLEGE, GA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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8 hour

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore on July 29, 2023
1st Mate (Dave) was excellent and very knowledgable of fishing and boating. He was very helpful and on his game.
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Kim E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Scott

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) โ€“ Nearshore on March 2, 2023
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Steven K.
Wilmington, DE
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Morning trip, early June

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Nearshore on June 6, 2023
Excellent, knowledgeable crew. Chased fish for majority of day. Highly recommend.
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