Charter Operator
Blue Water Connection

Member since September 2015 Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Justin Steele's main priority on his fishing charters is to ensure that his customers get the most out of fishing in Panama City Beach. To achieve that, he supplies a hard working, experienced crew, the latest tackle, and a clean and well-maintained boat. Not only does he know where the fish are, he provides a friendly and professional service as well, all aboard one of the best charter boats in the area – the Billistic and Reelistc. He's joined by Capt. Jimmy Barton, an experienced and friendly captain. Depending on your trip, you'll get to experience a first-class fishing experience with either Jimmy or Justin, and will be treated to plenty of first-hand advice and knowledge.

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Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Justin Steele's main priority on his fishing charters is to ensure that his customers get the most out of fishing in Panama City Beach. To achieve that, he supplies a hard working, experienced crew, the latest tackle, and a clean and well-maintained boat. Not only does he know where the fish are, he provides a friendly and professional service as well, all aboard one of the best charter boats in the area – the Billistic and Reelistc. He's joined by Capt. Jimmy Barton, an experienced and friendly captain. Depending on your trip, you'll get to experience a first-class fishing experience with either Jimmy or Justin, and will be treated to plenty of first-hand advice and knowledge.
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Captain
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First mate
Brannon K.
First mate

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(303 reviews)
Angler's choice
Panama City Beach
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $1,100
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(106 reviews)
Angler's choice
Panama City Beach
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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Excellent
4.7 / 5
(18 reviews)
Angler's choice
Panama City Beach
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $1,100

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 427 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Non English speakers welcome!
Non English speakers welcome!
Non English speakers welcome!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Jennifer R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Non English speakers welcome!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Summer on July 23, 2025
My family loves fishing and doesn’t speak English but Jimmy and Zander were soooo sweet and welcoming that my dad and uncles...
Jennifer R. recommends Blue Water Connection- Billistic ll
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Nader D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect day of fishing!

VERIFIED   NEW  8 hour (AM) summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 1, 2025
Had an incredible day out with Blue Water Connection - Reelistic. We caught plenty of snapper and grouper, and a few other...
Nader D. recommends Blue Water Connection – Reelistic
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Ryan H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Constant action

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Regular on March 2, 2025
We originally booked The Billistic II but the boat was down so they put us on the Reelstic.  Communication was great and out...
Ryan H. recommends Blue Water Connection- Billistic ll
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Jeff M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Family Deep Sea Fishing Adventure

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Summer on June 4, 2025
Our whole family enjoyed our day at sea fishing! We had a choppy day at sea, but the captain and crew were quick to accommodate,...
Jeff M. recommends Blue Water Connection- Billistic ll
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Jared S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip for family

VERIFIED   NEW  8 hour pm on July 21, 2025
We did an 8 hour trip with captain Jimmy and deckhand Xander. Bottom fishing for snapper. Stayed on the fish the whole time...
Jared S. recommends Blue Water Connection- Billistic ll
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