Captain
John Middleton

Member since April 2019 Fort Myers, United States
Background
I have over 35 years of fishing experience fishing inshore, nearshore, and freshwater. Being a fourth generation Floridian, I grew up fishing on the Caloosahatchee River, Pine Island Sound, Matlacha, and Bokeelia,saint James,Sanibel ,ft Myers beach from camping on the tip of Bokeelia to out gigging late nights with friends and family. I love to share my knowledge and experiences with others.

Hey, I'm Captain John Middleton

Fort Myers, United States
Background
I have over 35 years of fishing experience fishing inshore, nearshore, and freshwater. Being a fourth generation Floridian, I grew up fishing on the Caloosahatchee River, Pine Island Sound, Matlacha, and Bokeelia,saint James,Sanibel ,ft Myers beach from camping on the tip of Bokeelia to out gigging late nights with friends and family. I love to share my knowledge and experiences with others.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(93 reviews)
Fort Myers
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 93 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (59)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Mitch T.
Nebo, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect fishing experience!

VERIFIED   Night Trip on February 10, 2022
Captain John worked hard to make sure all of us learned how to cast, reel and set the hook!ย  He handled all the selfless...
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Scott C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Relaxing, Easy and Fun

VERIFIED   3 Hour Relaxing Trip (AM) on April 1, 2024
Thanks captain had a great time. Next time longer trip for bigger fish.
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Andrew G.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun 1/2 day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 8, 2024
Family had a fun 1/2 day trip with Captain John. Caught numerous sheepshead and some trout for dinner. Enjoyable/relaxing fishing...
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David L.
Pompano Beach, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day fishing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 21, 2022
Had a great time with Captain John. Caught a variety of fish including two big rays and a black tip shark. At one point we...
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Nick B.
Plymouth, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Day with Capt. John

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 20, 2022
We would highly recommend Bent Rod Charters and Capt. John.ย  We caught everything from Barracuda, Snapper, Snook , Gag Grouper,...
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