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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Ben K.

Hastings, NE

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Unbelievable experience!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM on August 2, 2023

Ben K.

Hastings, NE

5.0 / 5

Aug 2, 2023

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM

We had an amazing time with Ritchie! We caught our fill of mackerel, Bonita, and then caught an 8 ft hammerhead to end the trip!! We couldn’t have asked for more! Ritchie was fun, great with the kids, and provided memories we will not forget! I cannot recommend him enough!

We had an amazing time with Ritchie! We caught our fill of mackerel, Bonita, and then caught an 8 ft hammerhead to end the...

Ben K. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on August 3, 2023

Thanks for the great review Ben! I enjoy taking families like yours fishing and making friends and long time memories for those that vacation here and fish with me .Capt Ritchie , the Shark Whisperer, much appreciated

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on August 3, 2023

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Carmyn H.

Flint, TX

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM on July 18, 2023

Carmyn H.

Flint, TX

5.0 / 5

Jul 18, 2023

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore PM

UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

VERIFIED

We took a half day trip with Capt. Ritchie and had an absolutely incredible time. We hooked a tiger shark as well as several mackerel! Capt. Ritchie was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and personable! We had the BEST time!! Highly recommend, 10 out of 5 stars!!

We took a half day trip with Capt. Ritchie and had an absolutely incredible time. We hooked a tiger shark as well as several...

Carmyn H. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 19, 2023

Thanks Camryn and Frankie for the great review and memory made together of you both fighting a true dinosaur of the sea . Much appreciated and thankful, Capt Ritchie , the Shark Whisperer

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 19, 2023

Thanks Camryn and Frankie for the great review and memory made together of you both fighting a true dinosaur of the sea . Much appreciated and thankful, Capt Ritchie , the Shark Whisperer

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Robert J.

Senoia, GA

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fishing with Richard

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on June 2, 2023

Robert J.

Senoia, GA

5.0 / 5

Jun 2, 2023

6 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

Fishing with Richard

VERIFIED

Out of three trips this vacation, this was by far the best. Captain Richard put us on fish and did everything possible to ensure a positive trip. We limited out on snapper, and then came inshore and loaded up the box on other edible species.

Out of three trips this vacation, this was by far the best. Captain Richard put us on fish and did everything possible to...

Robert J. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on June 7, 2023

Thanks so much Bob ,Jamie and Birthday gal Kathy for fishing with me again this year! Much appreciated, your friend and Capt Ritchie

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on June 7, 2023

Thanks so much Bob ,Jamie and Birthday gal Kathy for fishing with me again this year! Much appreciated, your friend and Capt Ritchie

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Jess S.

Harrisonville, MO

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fishing with Richard

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on May 31, 2023

Jess S.

Harrisonville, MO

5.0 / 5

May 31, 2023

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM

Fishing with Richard

VERIFIED

Captain Mike was very knowledgeable and great to talk to. He put my son and I on several species of fish. We also landed a Blacktip shark. It was a great trip and plan to go on another with Mike when we find ourselves back in the area.

Captain Mike was very knowledgeable and great to talk to. He put my son and I on several species of fish. We also landed...

Jess S. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on June 1, 2023

Not sure who Mike is but appreciate the kind words just the same! Lol! Enjoyed taking y’all fishing! Capt Ritchie

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on June 1, 2023

Not sure who Mike is but appreciate the kind words just the same! Lol! Enjoyed taking y’all fishing!
Capt Ritchie

Captain replied

Jason B.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Best fishing trip

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM on October 18, 2023

Jason B.

5.0 / 5

Oct 18, 2023

4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore AM

Best fishing trip

VERIFIED

Captain Ritchie and his boat Miss Caymen did the job.my girlfriend and I had a wonderful time on a 4hr morning trip,we loaded up on black snapper and caught a few Spanish mackerel. What a fun day!

Captain Ritchie and his boat Miss Caymen did the job.my girlfriend and I had a wonderful time on a 4hr morning trip,we loaded...

Jason B. recommends Russell’s Coastal Fishing

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Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on October 19, 2023

Thanks for the great review :) I enjoyed taking you and Grace fishing earlier today! I hope you both enjoy the fish we caught together. Most of all glad you both had fun with me and my Caymen . Much appreciated, Capt Ritchie

Richard Russell (The Captain)

Replied on October 19, 2023

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Hey, I'm Captain Richard Russell

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Unbelievable experience!

Unbelievable experience!

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