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
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(149 reviews)
Angler's choice
Tavernier
Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 149 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
91%
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Mark F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Ben was awesome . Knowledgeable , hardworking and professional

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on October 10, 2023
Great day on the water . Ben did a very good job putting us on a variety of fish
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Denis O.
Brentwood, TN
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 23, 2023
Excellent day out with Ben. Very knowledgeable on the backcountry fishing. Didnโ€™t have much luck unfortunately but we saw...
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Kevin F.
Pewee Valley, KY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Ben

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 10, 2023
We had a great time on the water - caught some fish and captain is a really nice guy.
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Jimmy W.
White Hall, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half a day with Ben

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 1, 2023
Absolutely great time and awesome first time being out fishing the flats.
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Mike F.
Brandon, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Ben

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 12, 2023
Had a bad weather day but still got a couple of nice permits
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