Captain
Jonathan Smart

Member since May 2026 Sarasota, United States
Background
As a local captain with nearly 20 years of experience navigating the waters in and around Sarasota, I bring a lifelong passion for fishing and the outdoors to every trip. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, I began my career in charter fishing before joining the Marines, primarily focusing on offshore adventures and big-game fishing. After retiring from military service, I returned full-time to the water and have dedicated my efforts to helping anglers of all experience levels achieve their goals — whether that means targeting trophy fish, putting fresh dinner on the table, or simply creating unforgettable experiences on the water. I am also passionate about teaching the next generation about our local fisheries, conservation, and the importance of responsible fishing practices to help preserve these waters for years to come.

Hey, I'm Captain Jonathan Smart

Sarasota, United States
Background
As a local captain with nearly 20 years of experience navigating the waters in and around Sarasota, I bring a lifelong passion for fishing and the outdoors to every trip. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, I began my career in charter fishing before joining the Marines, primarily focusing on offshore adventures and big-game fishing. After retiring from military service, I returned full-time to the water and have dedicated my efforts to helping anglers of all experience levels achieve their goals — whether that means targeting trophy fish, putting fresh dinner on the table, or simply creating unforgettable experiences on the water. I am also passionate about teaching the next generation about our local fisheries, conservation, and the importance of responsible fishing practices to help preserve these waters for years to come.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.3 / 5
(5 reviews)
Sarasota
 3 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.3 / 5
out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (5)
Kids had a ton of fun
Great trip and biggest catch!
Great trip and biggest catch!
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Angler rating
3
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
60%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Jax R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip and biggest catch!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 day nearshore on June 17, 2026
This trip wasnโ€™t perfect due to some unforeseen circumstances but we still had a great trip! Capt. Caleb was awesome and...
Jax R. recommends Reel Smart Charters
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Charles R.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  June 13, 2026
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Brad D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain jon

VERIFIED   NEW  Half day nearshore on June 10, 2026
great guide worked hard to put us on fish did exactly as i asked . will definitely use captain jon again
Brad D. recommends Reel Smart Charters
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Larry H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Kids had a ton of fun

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 day nearshore on June 23, 2026
It was the kids first trip out and Captain Caleb treated u awesome. Highly recommend!
Larry H. recommends Reel Smart Charters
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Nicholas S.
Bad
2.0 / 5
Experience:
Poor
1.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
Overall

Unfortunately poor experience

VERIFIED   NEW  TARPON - 2:30 PM on June 14, 2026
Liked the guys who took us out. But: trolling motor did not work, and was vital for fishing in one of the spots. Unbeknownst...
Nicholas S. does not recommend Reel Smart Charters
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