Captain
Q Simpkins

Member since January 2025 Pensacola, United States
Background
I was born and raised right here in Pensacola, Florida and I have been fishing my whole life. I've always had a strong passion for fishing and environmental science, and it has also always been a dream of mine to be a charter boat captain. So in 2021 I begin my endeavors on starting to be a charter boat Captain and took up a gig as a deck hand. I have been a deck hand on multiple charter boats and I also was learning the waters on my own personal boat going fishing just to fill the freezer for myself. I love getting out fishing and teaching others about our environment and also the fishery that is forever changing in our area. The same thrill in rush I get over fishing, is the same rush that I want others to experience when they go out on the water with me. And amongst many things catching fish is amazing but the memories that we make when we are on the water are irreplaceable.
Techniques
Myself personally, I love light tackle fishing, but I'm also a very adventurous type of fisherman, so whatever the fish prefer tend to be the tactic that I tend to target them with.

Hey, I'm Captain Q Simpkins

Pensacola, United States
Background
I was born and raised right here in Pensacola, Florida and I have been fishing my whole life. I've always had a strong passion for fishing and environmental science, and it has also always been a dream of mine to be a charter boat captain. So in 2021 I begin my endeavors on starting to be a charter boat Captain and took up a gig as a deck hand. I have been a deck hand on multiple charter boats and I also was learning the waters on my own personal boat going fishing just to fill the freezer for myself. I love getting out fishing and teaching others about our environment and also the fishery that is forever changing in our area. The same thrill in rush I get over fishing, is the same rush that I want others to experience when they go out on the water with me. And amongst many things catching fish is amazing but the memories that we make when we are on the water are irreplaceable.
Techniques
Myself personally, I love light tackle fishing, but I'm also a very adventurous type of fisherman, so whatever the fish prefer tend to be the tactic that I tend to target them with.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(18 reviews)
Angler's choice
Pensacola
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Ray G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bad weather day made great!

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hr Snapper-Offshore(AM) on May 26, 2026
Mother Nature was definitely working against us during this trip. From being sick (both sick and seasick lol), the weather...
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Clayton C.
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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First time on the ocean

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip- Offshore (Am) on June 8, 2026
This was my first time ever on the ocean, and my group had a blast constantly catching vermilion snapper and some red snapper....
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Joey C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Another great trip.

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip- Offshore (Am) on March 31, 2026
Another great trip with Captain Q! He is is so great with children. He is very knowledgeable and always has a back up plan...
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David J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Where it is at

VERIFIED   NEW  Special 6 hours trip for David Johnston on June 21, 2026
Captain Q and the crew did an aweaome job. they got us on fish quick and continued to work hard the whole trip. Will for sure...
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Courtney D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable Fishing Experience with Southern Strike

VERIFIED   sunset trip (Sportfisher) on June 28, 2025
Had an amazing fishing experience with Southern Strike.ย  Captain Q is the real deal - his deep knowledge of fishing, weather...
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