Captain
Richard Russell

Member since September 2016 Orange Beach, United States

Background: Captain Ritchie (a.k.a. “The Shark Whisperer”) is a veteran fisherman who has been serving the Gulf Coast with his fishing guide skills for over 30 years. He provides fish cleaning for free and provides great customer service to all his clients. A native of Alabama's Gulf Coast, he has fished all of his life and specializes in catching Sharks, as well as many other species.
Techniques: Inshore/Nearshore fishing, shark fishing specialty but enjoy all kinds of fishing

Hey, I'm Captain Richard Russell

Orange Beach, United States

Background: Captain Ritchie (a.k.a. “The Shark Whisperer”) is a veteran fisherman who has been serving the Gulf Coast with his fishing guide skills for over 30 years. He provides fish cleaning for free and provides great customer service to all his clients. A native of Alabama's Gulf Coast, he has fished all of his life and specializes in catching Sharks, as well as many other species.
Techniques: Inshore/Nearshore fishing, shark fishing specialty but enjoy all kinds of fishing

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RICHARD R.

Captain

My Charter Listing

Russell’s Coastal Fishing

5.0 / 5

(303 reviews)

5.0 / 5

(303 reviews)

Orange Beach • 26 ft • 6 persons

trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 303 reviews

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Boat

4.9 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

5.0 / 5

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Anglers claimed

Good experience
	98%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	98%
Appropriate for children
	98%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	93%

Appropriate for children
	98%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	93%

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Yancey C.

Franklin, TN

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Half-day trip with Capt Ritchie

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM on July 25, 2021

Yancey C.

Franklin, TN

5.0 / 5

Jul 25, 2021

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM

Half-day trip with Capt Ritchie

VERIFIED

What a great trip! When Capt. Ritchie says he’s the shark whisperer, he means it. My two kids and I thoroughly enjoyed our day on the water fishing for blacktip. Top notch experience that I’d gladly recommend to anyone seeking an adventure.

What a great trip! When Capt. Ritchie says he’s the shark whisperer, he means it. My two kids and I thoroughly enjoyed our...

Yancey C. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on August 8, 2021

Thank you for the kind words!! Capt Ritchie

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on August 8, 2021

Thank you for the kind words!!
Capt Ritchie

Captain replied

Chad S.

Covington, LA

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

May fishing trip

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on May 15, 2021

Chad S.

Covington, LA

5.0 / 5

May 15, 2021

6 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

May fishing trip

VERIFIED

Captain Richie was awesome!!!! We caught mackerel and a Black Tip Shark!! We had lots of fun on a beautiful day and now we know why they call him the “Shark Whisper’! I would definitely recommend going out with Captain Richie. Thanks Again!!!

Captain Richie was awesome!!!! We caught mackerel and a Black Tip Shark!! We had lots of fun on a beautiful day and now we...

Chad S. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on May 16, 2021

It was a pleasure putting the groom on his Blacktip shark ! The sea was rough but glad we got it done! I truly enjoyed the trip with you all ! Thanks againChad and crew, Capt Ritchie

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on May 16, 2021

It was a pleasure putting the groom on his Blacktip shark ! The sea was rough but glad we got it done! I truly enjoyed the trip with you all ! Thanks againChad and crew, Capt Ritchie

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Devin C.

Aliquippa, PA

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Absolutely amazing trip

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM on May 8, 2021

Devin C.

Aliquippa, PA

5.0 / 5

May 8, 2021

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM

Absolutely amazing trip

VERIFIED

Captain aka the shark whisperer truly lived up to the name. Had great action the entire time. The whole family had a blast. And I caught a 6ft blacktip shark. Tell what you want and he can find it. Best charter I’ve ever been on!

Captain aka the shark whisperer truly lived up to the name. Had great action the entire time. The whole family had a blast....

Devin C. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on May 10, 2021

Thanks for the compliment Devin! I truly enjoyed you and the rest of the crew yesterday as well! I love making memories for people and showing them a good time on the water! I appreciate you and thanks for fishing with me , Capt Ritchie , Aka Shark Whisperer

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on May 10, 2021

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Jeff R.

Concord, GA

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM on April 9, 2021

Jeff R.

Concord, GA

5.0 / 5

Apr 9, 2021

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM

Great!

VERIFIED

Great captain! Very knowledgeable, very helpful, helped our 11 year old with everything. Went out of his way to make the trip happen during very bad weather. I highly recommend and we will be taking another trip with him on our next trip!

Great captain! Very knowledgeable, very helpful, helped our 11 year old with everything. Went out of his way to make the trip...

Jeff R. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on April 10, 2021

Thanks Jeff, JJ and Tristan! It was a pleasure getting to know you all and take you all fishing! I look forward for even a better trip with you all next time! Hopefully the weather and the fish will both be even better on your next adventure with me on the Miss Caymen! Thanks and appreciate my Roberts

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on April 10, 2021

Captain replied

Richard H.

Hilliard, OH

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Half day inshore trip

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on March 28, 2021

Richard H.

Hilliard, OH

5.0 / 5

Mar 28, 2021

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM

Half day inshore trip

VERIFIED

Captain Richie is great and definitely knows where to catch fish. We had a great 4 hour trip, and when we got back to the marina, we took his recommendation to eat at the Yacht Club and have them cook some of our fresh catch.

Captain Richie is great and definitely knows where to catch fish. We had a great 4 hour trip, and when we got back to the marina,...

Richard H. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on March 28, 2021

Thanks Richard and Russell! I enjoyed meeting you Ohioans and taking you fishing today! I am glad you both had a good time with me and enjoyed the meal at the Yacht Club! Much appreciated , Capt Ritchie

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on March 28, 2021

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Richard Russell

Hey, I'm Captain Richard Russell

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Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Half-day trip with Capt Ritchie

Half-day trip with Capt Ritchie

May fishing trip

May fishing trip

Absolutely amazing trip

Absolutely amazing trip

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Great!

Half day inshore trip

Half day inshore trip

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