Captain
Jay Daniels

Member since November 2020 Marathon, United States
Background
My main mentor was my dad who introduced me to fishing on lakes, rivers, and the ocean. He introduced me to fishing and it bit like a bug. I eventually became a mate and was the mate for some of the best captains on the east coast for 9 years. I have been the captain of Runaway Sportfishing Charters for the last 11 years. I welcome you to Marathon, Florida. Book one of my trips and let me take you nearshore or offshore for a memorable fishing experience like never before.

Hey, I'm Captain Jay Daniels

Marathon, United States
Background
My main mentor was my dad who introduced me to fishing on lakes, rivers, and the ocean. He introduced me to fishing and it bit like a bug. I eventually became a mate and was the mate for some of the best captains on the east coast for 9 years. I have been the captain of Runaway Sportfishing Charters for the last 11 years. I welcome you to Marathon, Florida. Book one of my trips and let me take you nearshore or offshore for a memorable fishing experience like never before.
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My Charter Listings

Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Marathon

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(45 reviews)
Marathon
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Trips from US $950

Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Hatteras

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(21 reviews)
Hatteras
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Trips from US $1,200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 66 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (68)
Filled the cooler !
Filled the cooler !
Odens Dock the Runaway Sportfishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Mike D.
Gastonia, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day with Capt. Jay and Runaway.

Full Day Trip on December 3, 2023
Great day of fishing with Capt. Jay. Canโ€™t wait until we can go again. This crew loves to catch fish. Very friendly and fun.
Mike D. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Marathon
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Ben M.
Stafford, Virginia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best Capt. around

Full Day Trip on September 20, 2023
Fish with Runaway every chance I can, funniest Capt. on the water and always putting us on great fishing !
Ben M. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Marathon
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Clark S.
Lincolnton, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Full Day from Hatteras Island, NC

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Charter on September 9, 2021
Captain Jay was very responsive and asked for input on this trip. Hurricane Larry near Bermuda and Tropical Storm moving across...
Clark S. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Hatteras
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Kenny H.
Bradenton, FL
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!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Reef (PM) on March 15, 2022
Great experience for the kids. The captain and first mate top notch! They made us feel special. They put us on fish and we...
Kenny H. recommends Runaway Sportfishing Charters โ€“ Marathon
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Greg L.
Zionsville, IN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day trip with Captain Jay

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 7, 2022
Great day on water with Captain Jay and Spencer.ย  Weโ€™ve fished with many charters over the years, and none are better.ย ...
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