Captain
Captain Drew Cavanaugh

Member since January 2020 Edgewater, United States
Background
I was born in Montana and moved to Florida as a kid. I started fishing the backcountry waters in 1980 and have been fishing saltwater ever since. I decided to turn my hobby into a career and never looked back! My favorite fish is the Tarpon. For me, this isn't just a job, it's a lifestyle! I love helping people catch their first fish.
Techniques
I am a light tackle fly or spin, live and artificial bait angler. Specializing in Backcountry Saltwater and nearshore beach fishing trips. I fish the inshore waters and along the beaches nearshore.

Hey, I'm Captain Captain Drew Cavanaugh

Edgewater, United States
Background
I was born in Montana and moved to Florida as a kid. I started fishing the backcountry waters in 1980 and have been fishing saltwater ever since. I decided to turn my hobby into a career and never looked back! My favorite fish is the Tarpon. For me, this isn't just a job, it's a lifestyle! I love helping people catch their first fish.
Techniques
I am a light tackle fly or spin, live and artificial bait angler. Specializing in Backcountry Saltwater and nearshore beach fishing trips. I fish the inshore waters and along the beaches nearshore.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(9 reviews)
Edgewater
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Trips from US $99
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Ormond Beach
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Trips from US $525
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(8 reviews)
Cocoa
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Trips from US $475
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(30 reviews)
Lake Mary Jane
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $99
Orlando
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Trips from US $450
Daytona Beach
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Trips from US $450
Just added to our fleet
Sanford
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 50 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (58)
Capt Drew leads Buffalo NY Anglers to Holiday fish!!!
Capt Drew leads Buffalo NY Anglers to Holiday fish!!!
Capt Drew leads Buffalo NY Anglers to Holiday fish!!!
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Angler rating
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Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Michael I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Capt Drew leads Buffalo NY Anglers to Holiday fish!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Day Trip on December 26, 2025
Captain Drew was equal parts knowledgeable, personable and professional. His boat is top notch, and he was very accommodating...
Michael I. recommends Light Tackle Saltwater Fishing Near Orlando
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Nic 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   4 Hour Day Trip on December 4, 2025
Captain Drew was fantastic. Although I wish we caught more the lines were tight with a variety of species. We had wonderful...
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Jake T.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best fishing guide we have been with

4 Hour Day Trip on September 30, 2025
We have fished with Captain Drew several times over the years and always have a fantastic trip with him. He is like family...
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John C.
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall
We fish with Captain Drew here and there over the years and always have a wonderful day with him. He has been doing this for...
John C. recommends Light Tackle Saltwater Fishing Near Orlando
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Joe B.
Miami, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Go my first tarpon today!!

September 2, 2025
I finally got my first tarpon today, and it was with Captain Drew!! The tarpon master of New Smyrna Beach!!! He is a known...
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