Charter Operator
REEL FUNDS Fishing Charters

Member since September 2019 Naples, United States
Background
I am a second-generation charter captain. Born into a charter fishing family. I have been working on charter boats for over 30 years. Started out as mate, then, at 18, I got my captain's license and started running charters. I am a full-time fishing guide. Fishing is what I love to do. We specialize in Grouper and Snapper but catch everything that swims in the Gulf throughout the year. Nothing makes me happier than guiding clients on a trip of a lifetime. I have a track record of consistently putting fish in the boat. We also take pride in keeping our boat and equipment in top shape so that we can catch that fish of a lifetime when it bites. If having a good time and catching a bunch of fish sounds like fun give us a try you won’t be disappointed.
Techniques
Light Tackle, Live Bait , Chum , Ship wreck fishing , big tackle , bottom fishing , artificial lures , Trophy target trips

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Naples, United States
Background
I am a second-generation charter captain. Born into a charter fishing family. I have been working on charter boats for over 30 years. Started out as mate, then, at 18, I got my captain's license and started running charters. I am a full-time fishing guide. Fishing is what I love to do. We specialize in Grouper and Snapper but catch everything that swims in the Gulf throughout the year. Nothing makes me happier than guiding clients on a trip of a lifetime. I have a track record of consistently putting fish in the boat. We also take pride in keeping our boat and equipment in top shape so that we can catch that fish of a lifetime when it bites. If having a good time and catching a bunch of fish sounds like fun give us a try you won’t be disappointed.
Techniques
Light Tackle, Live Bait , Chum , Ship wreck fishing , big tackle , bottom fishing , artificial lures , Trophy target trips
Anglers Choice
Verified

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(247 reviews)
Angler's choice
Naples
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Trips from US $1,000

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 247 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (265)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Daniel H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on April 1, 2025
This was a fantastic fishing trip. We caught a bunch of fish and had a great time. The captain was great and took care of everything....
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Jim C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A perfect day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 24, 2024
We were very inexperienced at fishing. Captain Joe and Gavin were excellent at working with us and getting us in the right...
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Eli C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Company trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 7, 2025
We enjoyed our day with Capt Joe.  Great charter captain and overall good time was had by all.  Thanks again for a great...
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Joseph B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Family & friends fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on April 2, 2025
captain joe did an excellent job running the operation, very experienced and he knew where to go !
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Christopher E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Look no further!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 14, 2024
Look no further! Joe is the best captain on any fishing guide service. His boat is in impeccable conditions. He knows what...
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