Captain
Capt. John Whitman

Member since August 2018 Tracys Landing, United States
Background
Captain John is a second-generation fisherman who served in United States Coast Guard. He grew up in the bay, so being a fisherman is something that came naturally to him! He has fished in this area all of his life, and loves targeting anything from Rockfish to Red Drum to Mackerel, but especially Striped Bass. He spent some time as a businessman working in the catering industry, and now that he's retired he loved nothing more than spending his time fishing and introducing new and experienced anglers alike to these waters.
Techniques
Light tackle, Live lining, and trolling

Hey, I'm Captain Capt. John Whitman

Tracys Landing, United States
Background
Captain John is a second-generation fisherman who served in United States Coast Guard. He grew up in the bay, so being a fisherman is something that came naturally to him! He has fished in this area all of his life, and loves targeting anything from Rockfish to Red Drum to Mackerel, but especially Striped Bass. He spent some time as a businessman working in the catering industry, and now that he's retired he loved nothing more than spending his time fishing and introducing new and experienced anglers alike to these waters.
Techniques
Light tackle, Live lining, and trolling
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(155 reviews)
Tracys Landing
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Trips from US $795

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 155 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (113)
Great Trip
Comfort and class
Fishing with Capt. John
+110
Angler rating
143
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Rich B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A Perfect Day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on May 17, 2025
Capt. John and First Mate Ronnie gave us the best day of fishing!ย  Capt. John knew exactly where the hot spot would be, and...
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Cierra L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing - 10/10

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 25, 2025
I didnโ€™t attend the boat outing myself, but my boyfriend and his family had an absolutely amazing time celebrating his 30th...
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Ferris M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Capt Whitman knows fish

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on July 5, 2025
Boat was big and comfy.ย  Plenty of shade and space.ย  Captain knows where to find fish.ย  Even cooked us up some fresh fillers.
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Logan G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 29, 2024
Captain John and first mate Ronny had to put the work in to get on the fish today but the kept working until we found them.ย ...
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Riccardo De Marchi Trevisan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 29, 2024
Captain John is well prepared, deals with his customers in a professional and kind manner. the boat is very welcoming, clean...
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