Captain
James Kennedy

Member since July 2020 Slidell, United States
Background
Captain James Kennedy's been fishing waters of South Louisiana his entire life. He's a native of this area and a Coast Guard licensed captain. As a young boy, he had a dream of fishing professionally. After many years of fishing in tournaments he succeeded in qualifying for the 2006 Bassmaster Classic and spent the next few years fishing nationally as an Elite Series fisherman. This was a milestone achievement he would always remember. Spending so much time on the Louisiana local waters, he's become an expert on them. Today, he enjoys the most taking other people out and watching them catch fish. Reach out to Captain James and together enjoy unique fishing in South Louisiana!
Techniques
Captain James usually fishes drop shots and popping corks for Redfish and Speckled Trout. In the right conditions he'll use artificial lures. Sight fishing in the fall is one of his favorite styles.

Hey, I'm Captain James Kennedy

Slidell, United States
Background
Captain James Kennedy's been fishing waters of South Louisiana his entire life. He's a native of this area and a Coast Guard licensed captain. As a young boy, he had a dream of fishing professionally. After many years of fishing in tournaments he succeeded in qualifying for the 2006 Bassmaster Classic and spent the next few years fishing nationally as an Elite Series fisherman. This was a milestone achievement he would always remember. Spending so much time on the Louisiana local waters, he's become an expert on them. Today, he enjoys the most taking other people out and watching them catch fish. Reach out to Captain James and together enjoy unique fishing in South Louisiana!
Techniques
Captain James usually fishes drop shots and popping corks for Redfish and Speckled Trout. In the right conditions he'll use artificial lures. Sight fishing in the fall is one of his favorite styles.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(83 reviews)
Slidell
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Trips from US $575

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 83 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip
July fishing trip
July fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Drake A.
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on July 20, 2026
Captain James did a fantastic job getting us on the fish early! He knew exactly where to go, and we were catching fish in no...
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Beverly H.
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Vacation fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on April 14, 2026
Was a fantastic trip guided by Capt James Kennedy. Hooked us up with great fishing spots and lots of fish. Definitely recommend...
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Brian L.
Excellent
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Great Day of Fishing!

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Slidell on March 6, 2026
Captain James got us onto the fish and kept them coming! He and his crew cleaned a load of fish and sent us home with more...
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Monty I.
Excellent
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Amazing fishing Trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Slidell on July 3, 2026
Captain James Was very kind! Kept us on top of the fish! we will be back to fish with Captain James. We caught lots of...
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Andrew D.
Excellent
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Great Day- 50+ Fish

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Slidell on June 8, 2026
Great day on the water mostly targeting speckled trout but caught 50+ fish over the course of the day.
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