Captain
Xavier Groenendyk

Member since June 2015 New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Xavier was raised in New Smyrna Beach and Orlando, Florida; growing up with the world famous Mosquito Lagoon in his backyard, and world-class Bass fishing in the lakes and rivers. He capitalized on the extremely diverse fishery just minutes from home. The captain spent all his free time learning the local waters, recording everything into fishing logs, studying the tides, temperatures, and the movements of sought-after game fish. He realized that in order to consistently catch big fish, it is important to understand the science of the fish and the waters, as well as being well versed in various fishing techniques. Becoming a certified scuba diver at the age of 14, Xavier has spent many hours observing fish from underwater to gauge their reaction to baits, chum, and artificial lures. He loves to share his experience with his guests!
Techniques
Sight Fishing Fly Fishing Spin Fishing Artificial Topwater Live baiting

Hey, I'm Captain Xavier Groenendyk

New Smyrna Beach, United States
Background
Captain Xavier was raised in New Smyrna Beach and Orlando, Florida; growing up with the world famous Mosquito Lagoon in his backyard, and world-class Bass fishing in the lakes and rivers. He capitalized on the extremely diverse fishery just minutes from home. The captain spent all his free time learning the local waters, recording everything into fishing logs, studying the tides, temperatures, and the movements of sought-after game fish. He realized that in order to consistently catch big fish, it is important to understand the science of the fish and the waters, as well as being well versed in various fishing techniques. Becoming a certified scuba diver at the age of 14, Xavier has spent many hours observing fish from underwater to gauge their reaction to baits, chum, and artificial lures. He loves to share his experience with his guests!
Techniques
Sight Fishing Fly Fishing Spin Fishing Artificial Topwater Live baiting
Anglers Choice
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Reviews
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New Smyrna Beach Fishing Charters

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Close Encounters Fishing Charters

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Freshwater Fishing Orlando

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Casselberry
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Port Canaveral Fishing Charters

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Fishing Reports

Crappie/Specks are biting!
Crappie/Specks are biting!
Jan 19, 2025 Casselberry
This is the prime time of year we we focus on speck fishing, the crappie are schooling and when its on it can be every cast at times!
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Day time bowfishing!
Day time bowfishing!
Nov 16, 2024 Casselberry
The weather in central florida latley is gorgeous and the tilapia, gar, and mudfish are coming up the deeper parts of the lakes and sunning in the shallows creating perfect bowfishing opportunities. Now through march is the best bowfishing of the year!
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Speck fishing season is here!
Speck fishing season is here!
Nov 16, 2024 Casselberry
Speck fishing season is here and they are biting are good. Seeing nice numbers and size with a few catfish and largemouth mixed in. The late afternoons have been particularly good!
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Inshore fishing has been really good!
Inshore fishing has been really good!
Nov 16, 2024 Titusville
Seeing alot of quality redfish, speckled sea trout and black drum in the shallows of the lagoon system! Very comfortable temperature and weather conditions for a quality inshore fishing trip this time of year!
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Hot fall fishing!
Hot fall fishing!
Oct 27, 2024 Titusville
The redfish run good in october/November up and down the space coast are. We are seeing a nice mix of action with snook, tarpon, jack sharks and seatrout. Now is an excellent time to fish our area!
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Daytime Bowfishing is on fire!
Daytime Bowfishing is on fire!
Mar 18, 2024 Casselberry
With the tilapia spawn in full swind the Daytime Bowfishing is on fire! Sharp shooters are filling coolers and beggineres are having plenty of success! Come try this exciting way to fish!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 129 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Idalia B.
New York, New York
Excellent
4.3 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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3/4 Trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Saltwater on February 17, 2018
Xavier is a very talented and skilled fisherman and captain.ย  Heโ€™s very passionate about his craft and will ensure that...
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Jason C.
Houston, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day bass with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Bass (AM) on January 28, 2018
I could not have a better day fishing. My son and I stopped counting the number catches after a while. There were multiple...
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Josh V.
St. Peters, MO
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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Half Day Trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip - Freshwater (AM) on August 3, 2019
Xavier was AWESOME!ย  He contacted me before the trip and designed the experience around our fishing experience.ย  This produced...
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Michelle R.
Orlando, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM) on May 22, 2020
My sister-in-law and I had a wonderful day!
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Mo J.
Hollywood, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Xavier

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Bass (AM) on March 4, 2017
Awesome experience. Captain was there well ahead of time and prepared with the boat in the water as to get the experience on...
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