Captain
James Gibson

Member since August 2019 Sarasota, United States
Background
My name is James Gibson. I am a USCG licensed captain and was born and raised on the west coast of Florida and have been fishing the Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa Bay area for over 15 years. I specialize in inshore Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Trout fishing. I have always had a passion for inshore fishing and love nothing more than sharing this passion with others. No matter your age or skill level I can put a trip together to fit you. I am great with kids, dogs, and large groups. I am a fun, easy-going captain who just wants to show you a good time on the beautiful waters of Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa Bay.

Hey, I'm Captain James Gibson

Sarasota, United States
Background
My name is James Gibson. I am a USCG licensed captain and was born and raised on the west coast of Florida and have been fishing the Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa Bay area for over 15 years. I specialize in inshore Snook, Redfish, Tarpon, and Trout fishing. I have always had a passion for inshore fishing and love nothing more than sharing this passion with others. No matter your age or skill level I can put a trip together to fit you. I am great with kids, dogs, and large groups. I am a fun, easy-going captain who just wants to show you a good time on the beautiful waters of Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa Bay.
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James Gibson Charters LLC

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Fishing Reports

10/28/19 Charter
10/28/19 Charter
Oct 29, 2019 Sarasota
I was hired by a couple on vacation from New York. They wanted to do a ittle fishing anexploring. We started out the day catching snook and redfish. The bite started out slow and we had to work for it, but we finally got on a good bite. After they each caught more fish than they could count we went to Beer Can Island looking for dolphin and manatees. On our way back to the dock they asked if we could try and catch one more so we did. On the way back we stopped by a spot and caught one more snook which is thr picture included.
Fall Scouting
Fall Scouting
Oct 12, 2019 Sarasota
When out on a scouting trip before a weekend of charters and was able to find two different a schools of redfish and some snook. Then checked a few bouys and found a nice triple tail.
Bachelor Party
Bachelor Party
Sep 27, 2019 Sarasota
I took a bachelor party out inshore fishing. They wanted to specifically catch redfish and the redfish gods heard them. We got into a school of fish early and were able to stay with them for the entire 4 hours of the fishing trip. Landed over 25 redfish with more than half of them over slot. We also caught a handful of snook and mangrove snapper that joined the feeding frenzy.
September 11 Scouting - Red fish city
September 11 Scouting - Red fish city
Sep 11, 2019 Sarasota
Didnโ€™t have a charter so I spent the day exploring. There is still plenty of bait in Sarasota bay. Found a school of 24-28 inch red fish in a new area. Caught most of the fish on the high incoming.
9/7/19 Charter
9/7/19 Charter
Sep 7, 2019 Sarasota
Picked up a party from Longboat key. Already caught bait in Sarasota bay and headed to Bradenton Cortez area to target snook, which was requsted. Found snook stacked up at island points during the out going tide.
Palma Sola Scouting 8/19
Palma Sola Scouting 8/19
Aug 26, 2019 Sarasota
The bait this time of year is small, but plentiful. I suggest using a smaller mesh net. Went exploring new territory and was plenty surprised. I found 2 new sand holes both holding red fish and snook. The best bite was on the high out going tide.

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Wonderful guide and captain. Was great with my son and my husband and brother. We highly recommend hid charter.
Wonderful guide and captain. Was great with my son and my husband and brother. We highly recommend hid charter.
Wonderful guide and captain. Was great with my son and my husband and brother. We highly recommend hid charter.
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Captain James Finds the Fish

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 21, 2021
Even on a windy day, Captain James knows where the fish are and provided a day of fishing fun.ย  We caught enough fish we stopped...
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Stephen V.
HUNTERS HLW, KY
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Trip with james

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour โ€“ Island Hopping/Fishing on July 17, 2021
He was very knowledgeable and enjoyable to be out on the water with. I would definitely book with him again and i would def...
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Craig P.
Charles Town, WV
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Fantastic Sunset Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Sunset Fishing on June 3, 2021
We had the best trip with Capt. James!ย  Our goal was to catch dinner, battle some bigger fish, enjoy a boat ride, and he accomplished...
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Stephanie M.
Chuluota, FL
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Half Day Trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour โ€“ Island Hopping/Fishing on March 21, 2021
A great experience! Captain James knew where the fish were, set us up to catch a bunch of them and a nice variety, and worked...
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Rick L.
Freehold, NJ
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Fun time with James

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour โ€“ Island Hopping/Fishing on July 15, 2021
We had a fun trip out with James. He took us to several spots and we caught fish at each location. Thanks for all your help!
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