Captain
Galon Johnson

Member since May 2019 Islamorada, United States
Background
Captain Galon H. Johnson is originally from Jackson, Tennessee. He received his first fishing license on the day he was born, he was born with the heart of a fisherman and saltwater in his veins! He has been fishing his entire life, from freshwater rivers and lakes in Tennessee, to the crystal clear waters of the Florida Keys. After reconnecting with an old friend from back home, Captain Galon decided to embark on an adventure and move to the beautiful Florida Keys! Captain Galon moved to Islamorada and starting working as a mate on the Capt. Michael Party Fishing Boat out of Robbie's Marina. After learning from some of the best Captains and Mates in the Keys about the different locations, Captain Galon decided to get his Captains License and head offshore! After spending many years working as a Mate and a Captain, he has gained the knowledge and experience to show you why Islamorada is known as the "Sportfishing Capital of the World"! Fast forward to today, Capt. Galon is still enjoying his passion for showing anglers of all ages how to fish the Florida Keys. Whether you want to catch yellowtails on the Reef or head Offshore for that trophy fish to put on the wall, Captain Galon will put you on the fish! Capt. Galon Johnson is also the proud designer and creator of Islamorada Flyers Lures!

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Islamorada, United States
Background
Captain Galon H. Johnson is originally from Jackson, Tennessee. He received his first fishing license on the day he was born, he was born with the heart of a fisherman and saltwater in his veins! He has been fishing his entire life, from freshwater rivers and lakes in Tennessee, to the crystal clear waters of the Florida Keys. After reconnecting with an old friend from back home, Captain Galon decided to embark on an adventure and move to the beautiful Florida Keys! Captain Galon moved to Islamorada and starting working as a mate on the Capt. Michael Party Fishing Boat out of Robbie's Marina. After learning from some of the best Captains and Mates in the Keys about the different locations, Captain Galon decided to get his Captains License and head offshore! After spending many years working as a Mate and a Captain, he has gained the knowledge and experience to show you why Islamorada is known as the "Sportfishing Capital of the World"! Fast forward to today, Capt. Galon is still enjoying his passion for showing anglers of all ages how to fish the Florida Keys. Whether you want to catch yellowtails on the Reef or head Offshore for that trophy fish to put on the wall, Captain Galon will put you on the fish! Capt. Galon Johnson is also the proud designer and creator of Islamorada Flyers Lures!
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 246 reviews
Boat
Excellent
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Crew
Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Book with confidence! Galon is outstanding!!
Book with confidence! Galon is outstanding!!
Book with confidence! Galon is outstanding!!
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Appropriate for children
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Christopher W.
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Great fishing on the reef and wreck!

VERIFIED   Half Day Reef Charter (AM) on June 12, 2025
We had a great trip with Go Time. It was a fun experience for the whole family. Captain Galon is very hospitable and he works...
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Michael T.
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Heavy chop. Still caught fish.

VERIFIED   Half Day Reef Charter (AM) on June 16, 2025
Captain Galon is a true professional. Heavy winds brought a lot of choppy water. Still caught a few dozen fish to bring home...
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Walter M.
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A great day on the water starts with a great guide!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Offshore Charter (AM) on June 6, 2025
Excellent guide! Patient, knows the water end to end. Great boat. Captain Galon will put you on fish and keep you busy all...
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Great time out on the water!

Half Day Reef Charter (AM) on January 3, 2025
I took my friends who were visiting over New Years out with Capt. Galon and we had a blast! We did a half day and honestly...
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David J.
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Great Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Reef Charter (AM) on August 23, 2025
Capt Galen was wonderful to fish with.ย  Highly recommend!
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