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
Anglers Choice
375
Reviews
3
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Russellโ€™s Coastal Fishing

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(375 reviews)
Angler's choice
Orange Beach
 Last booking: 3 hours ago
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Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 375 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (685)
Fishing with Richard
Awesome trip!
Awesome trip!
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Angler rating
355
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Brian C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   March 27, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Dave S.
Gainesville, GA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€” Inshore/Nearshore on June 26, 2018
Capt richie really took his time with my son. We had an awesome time.
Dave S. recommends Russellโ€™s Coastal Fishing
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David B.
Mobile, Alabama
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 Hr inshore/near shore

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€” Inshore/Nearshore on July 16, 2017
Capt Richie took us out today to catch fish and we did. Had a good time. He put us on the fish and he was great with the kids.
David B. recommends Russellโ€™s Coastal Fishing
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Troy A.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Capt Ritchie

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€” Inshore/Nearshore on April 11, 2017
It was a great morning on the water, arms are tired from reeling in all the fish.ย  Absolutely recommend a trip with Capt Ritchie.
Troy A. recommends Russellโ€™s Coastal Fishing
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Kyle L.
Stone Mountain, Georgia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Russell

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€” Inshore/Nearshore on July 21, 2017
Captain Russell put is on the fish immediately. A good time was had by everyone!
Kyle L. recommends Russellโ€™s Coastal Fishing
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