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James Gibson Charters

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.

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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.
Anglers Choice
156
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

James Gibson Charters LLC

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(156 reviews)
Angler's choice
Sarasota
trips from US $300

Fishing Reports

Windy Cold Front - Hot Bite
Windy Cold Front - Hot Bite
Dec 12, 2023 Sarasota
This windy cold front the fish congregated in deeper mud hules. We caught everything from redfish, trout, sheepshead and flounder all in one spot!
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Holiday Season Charters
Holiday Season Charters
Dec 3, 2023 Sarasota
The water is cooling down, but the fishing is heating up. Snook, redfish and trout are congregating in deeper mudholes.
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November Fishing Report
November Fishing Report
Nov 24, 2023 Sarasota
The fishing has been fantastic during the month of November in Sarasota Bay. On our fishing charters our customers have been targeting Snook, Redfish, Jacks and Trout!
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HOT Fall Fishing in Sarasota!
HOT Fall Fishing in Sarasota!
Oct 2, 2023 Sarasota
Fishing has been as good as it gets in Sarasota bay! Daily limits of Sea Trout, dozens of Snook and Redfish to go around! This is one of the best time of year to fish in this area. Donโ€™t miss out on the fall fishing!
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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.
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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.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 156 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (243)
Fishing with James
Fishing with James
Fishing with James
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Ron C.
Groesbeck, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Afternoon half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 10, 2022
My boys and I had a great time with Captain James. His knowledge of the area professionalism and personality is 2nd to none....
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Amy J.
Annapolis, MD
Excellent
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Spring break fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 12, 2022
This was a great experience! I got this for my 12 year old son and he absolutely loved it! Our captain, James, did. Great job...
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S. S. G.
Galien, MI
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Feb 17, 202 with Captain James Gibson

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 17, 2022
We had a great half-day with Captain James in Sarasota Bay.ย  We were on some big Redfish before 9:00 am.ย  While Redfish are...
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Laura D.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sunset 3hr trip with Captain Gibson

VERIFIED   3 Hour Sunset Fishing on May 11, 2022
Had a fun sunset trip with Capt Gibson. Weather wasnโ€™t perfect but he found us action in the calmer channels and pier areas...
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Sean R.
Miami, FL
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Great skipper great day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 17, 2022
Super day. Captain James asked us what we were interested to catch and took us to where he new we would be successful. Great...
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