Captain
Christopher Harpster

Member since January 2025 Big Pine Key, United States
Background
I became an angler because of a lifelong passion for fishing that started in my childhood. Spending time outdoors, connecting with nature, and the thrill of the catch all drew me in. Over time, this hobby grew into a deeper appreciation for the craft and the ecosystem around it and i wanted to share that experience with others. What drives me to work in this business is the opportunity to share that passion with others, whether through guiding, education, or providing quality gear. I love helping people experience the joy and peace that fishing brings, and being part of a community that values sustainability and respect for nature keeps me motivated every day.
Techniques
live bait, trolling, bottom fishing, wreck fishing, jigging, drifting, inshore, bridge fishing, back country fishing, kite fishing

Hey, I'm Captain Christopher Harpster

Big Pine Key, United States
Background
I became an angler because of a lifelong passion for fishing that started in my childhood. Spending time outdoors, connecting with nature, and the thrill of the catch all drew me in. Over time, this hobby grew into a deeper appreciation for the craft and the ecosystem around it and i wanted to share that experience with others. What drives me to work in this business is the opportunity to share that passion with others, whether through guiding, education, or providing quality gear. I love helping people experience the joy and peace that fishing brings, and being part of a community that values sustainability and respect for nature keeps me motivated every day.
Techniques
live bait, trolling, bottom fishing, wreck fishing, jigging, drifting, inshore, bridge fishing, back country fishing, kite fishing
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(38 reviews)
Angler's choice
Big Pine Key
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (120)
Full cooler and a lot of fun
Full cooler and a lot of fun
Full cooler and a lot of fun
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Matt T.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome Trip with Captain Chris!

4 hr (PM) on January 10, 2026
From the very start of the trip, Chris was great with communication and setting up our group to be successful. I had six high...
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Aaron L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Dayโ€ฆweโ€™ll be back!

VERIFIED   6 Hour reef/wreck on January 2, 2026
My son (16) and I had a great day on the water with Captain Chris. My son wanted to get on tarpon. Although it wasnt the greatest...
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Amanda K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Beyond our expectations!

VERIFIED   4 Hour (AM) on January 29, 2026
Chris was very easygoing that it didnt even feel like we were out with a unknown guide, but just out having fun with a friend....
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Tyler W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full cooler and a lot of fun

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour (AM) on April 4, 2026
Captian Chris had us on fish for our entire trip. We had four fishermen and all hit our limits on some massive mangrove snapper,...
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Stuart T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing on the Gulf.

VERIFIED   4 Hour (AM) on March 6, 2026
Chris took me and my two grandsons out for 4 hour fishing on the Gulf. We immediately started catching fish within two minutes...
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