Captain
Ben Trainer

Member since July 2019 Tavernier, United States
Background
Captain Ben has fishing in his blood, he is a 2nd Generation Fishing Guide, and has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod. A combat veteran and Sgt. of Marines, he approaches everything he does with great attention to detail and takes pride in his work. He has had the privilege to learn about fly and tackle fishing all over the world and accumulate a vast amount of knowledge that he readily shares with his guests.
Techniques
Specializing in Fly, Light Tackle and Conventional Angling, from sight fishing the crystal clear flats of Islamorada to Mahi fishing in the deep blue Atlantic Ocean

Hey, I'm Captain Ben Trainer

Tavernier, United States
Background
Captain Ben has fishing in his blood, he is a 2nd Generation Fishing Guide, and has been fishing ever since he could hold a rod. A combat veteran and Sgt. of Marines, he approaches everything he does with great attention to detail and takes pride in his work. He has had the privilege to learn about fly and tackle fishing all over the world and accumulate a vast amount of knowledge that he readily shares with his guests.
Techniques
Specializing in Fly, Light Tackle and Conventional Angling, from sight fishing the crystal clear flats of Islamorada to Mahi fishing in the deep blue Atlantic Ocean
Verified
vob.svg
Veteran owned

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(166 reviews)
Tavernier
 Last booking: 4 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $450
Just added to our fleet
Tavernier
Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 166 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (337)
Great trip
Great trip
Great trip
+334
Angler rating
160
4
0
1
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 166 reviews
Colin F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Unforgettable Day Fishing in Islamorada with Captain Ben!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 31, 2025
We had an amazing day on the water with Captain Ben from Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing! The trip was planned for my 13-year-old...
Colin F. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Ben Trainer Captain replied

Gregory N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 18, 2025
If youโ€™ve never fished the Florida Keys, itโ€™s a tremendous experience. Capt. Ben made it even better. He put us on his...
Gregory N. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Ben Trainer Captain replied

Terry L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip, awesome fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 18, 2025
Had a great fishing trip with Captain Ben. Super informative and put us on the fish to catch our limit Highly recommended...
Terry L. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Ben Trainer Captain replied

Yรฉri D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

I had a great time!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 12, 2025
Ben was a great guide, with just the approach and energy I was looking for. Good gear, he tailored the trip to my requests...
Yรฉri D. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Ben Trainer Captain replied

Greg A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great fishing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 1, 2025
Captain Ben was knowledgeable and a stand up guy. He put us on the fish right away. Great experience from start to finish....
Greg A. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Ben Trainer Captain replied