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
(13 reviews)
Angler's choice
Pensacola
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Scott 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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5 Stars โ€“ Awesome Day on the Water!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip-Inshore(AM) on June 14, 2025
We had an amazing time on our fishing charter! Captain Q was incredibly knowledgeable and clearly knew all the best spots....
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Joel H.
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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Captain Q to the rescue

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip-Offshore(Am) on May 3, 2025
We booked our charter to coordinate with our family trip. Mother Nature did not get the memo. With a very impressive lightning...
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Courtney D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable Fishing Experience with Southern Strike

VERIFIED   NEW  The Cool Down, sunset trip 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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Jessica H.
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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Captain Q is awesome!

VERIFIED   NEW  The Cool Down, sunset trip on June 23, 2025
We did the night inshore fishing trip. It was myself and my kids. Captain Q was very knowledgeable about everything we needed...
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Joe F.
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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Best fishing trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip โ€“ (Inshore) (AM) on June 27, 2025
I couldnโ€™t stress enough how much fun we had with captain Q , one of the best , if not the best , fishing trip that my family...
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