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
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(179 reviews)
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 179 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fishing with Ben
Captain Ben is the King!
Captain Ben is the King!
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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
92%
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Michael D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in April

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 26, 2023
Michael D. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
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Kelsey H.
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   3/4 Day Trip on April 21, 2023
Kelsey H. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
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Ryan H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in April

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 5, 2023
Ryan H. recommends Leatherneck Backcountry Fishing
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Yรฉri D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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
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Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Another great trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 30, 2025
This is the second trip we have taken with Leatherneck and both have been great. Ben is a fantastic captain and a great guy....
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