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James Scott

Nationality: United States
Languages: English, Tagalog, Visaya,
Experience: 17 years

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Captain
James Scott

Member since March 2021 Destin, United States

Background: Captan James is a longtime angler with a great personality. He loves working outdoors and has a desire to always improve. Charters are extremely work-intensive but can also be very rewarding. He loves to see smiles on his clients' faces, especially the kids. The captain lived in the Philippines for 5 years where he honed his fishing skills. He has the knowledge and the drive to make sure each trip is successful. His main goal is safety first, and a great adventure as a close second.
Techniques: Captain James is a versatile angler knowledgeable in all forms and technics. His personal favorite would be handlining, but on charters, medium rods with big fish are a blast. From trolling to bottom fishing, he will get you on the fish.

Hey, I'm Captain James Scott

Destin, United States

Background: Captan James is a longtime angler with a great personality. He loves working outdoors and has a desire to always improve. Charters are extremely work-intensive but can also be very rewarding. He loves to see smiles on his clients' faces, especially the kids. The captain lived in the Philippines for 5 years where he honed his fishing skills. He has the knowledge and the drive to make sure each trip is successful. His main goal is safety first, and a great adventure as a close second.
Techniques: Captain James is a versatile angler knowledgeable in all forms and technics. His personal favorite would be handlining, but on charters, medium rods with big fish are a blast. From trolling to bottom fishing, he will get you on the fish.

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Apex Charters And Rentals

4.9 / 5

(359 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(359 reviews)

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Destin • 28 ft • 5 persons

4 bookings in the past week.

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The bite was crazy good.

Jun 6, 2025 Destin

Water was a bit rough but the bite was on. Limited out 3 passengers on mahi and snapper. Captain James Scott

First cobia of the year

Apr 17, 2025 Destin

Nice cobia today. Alot of big fish on the trip and was able to finish the day with a very nice cobia.

Calm water and a good bite

Sep 2, 2024 Destin

Mahi bite is still going strong. A few kings and alot of bonita. Action was non stop. Captain James

Bigger Mahi are in the area

Aug 28, 2024 Destin

Good size Mahi have arrived. Bite has been strong for the past week.

Fall cobia fishing

Oct 6, 2023 Destin

Cobia have been immigrating back through the Destin area. For the last few weeks we have been hooking up with a few larger sizes. Cobia is known for being one of the best eat fishing in salt water.

Red snapper season is booking quick

Feb 20, 2022 Destin

Looks like we are going to have another awesome red snapper season in the Destin area. The season is from the 2 week of June the the end of July. Season time frame is subject to changes by the state of Florida. Bookings are going quickly. Definitely don't wait too long to book before all of the dates are gone. We also predict another strong mahi summer season. Let us take you out send you home with some very tasty meat. Looking forward to our adventure on the water. Captain James Scott

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Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 359 reviews

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Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

4.9 / 5

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5 stars		343
4 stars		14
3 stars		2
2 stars		0
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	96%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	98%
Appropriate for children
	91%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	89%

Appropriate for children
	91%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	89%

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Brian K.

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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July fishing trip

VERIFIED NEW 6 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 14, 2025

Brian K.

5.0 / 5

Jul 14, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Offshore

July fishing trip

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on July 20, 2025

Thanks for a great review. We definitely need to get back out your next trip down. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on July 20, 2025

Thanks for a great review. We definitely need to get back out your next trip down.

Captain James

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Jenifer S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

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5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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10 of 10

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Offshore on June 21, 2025

Jenifer S.

5.0 / 5

Jun 21, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Offshore

10 of 10

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Captain James and Alex were great. Captain James works hard to keep the oath on the fish. M husband and son caught 7 different kinds of fish. 10 out of 10!

Captain James and Alex were great. Captain James works hard to keep the oath on the fish. M husband and son caught 7 different...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on June 21, 2025

Your men were outstanding and I could not ask for better anglers. Mahi bite was a little off but we were able to get into some action on the bottom. Alot of different species and a few that got away. It was a blast and looking forward to our next trip out. The picture is awesome. Captain James Scott

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on June 21, 2025

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Arthur B.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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Trip with my family

VERIFIED 8 Hour Trip – Going Big on June 10, 2025

Arthur B.

5.0 / 5

Jun 10, 2025

8 Hour Trip – Going Big

Trip with my family

VERIFIED

Had a great time, weather wasn’t the best but we made due and captain James worked really hard to put us on fish. Had a nice fish dinner tonight thanks to him!

Had a great time, weather wasn’t the best but we made due and captain James worked really hard to put us on fish. Had a nice...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on June 21, 2025

Mother nature made us work it, but we were able to get some fish in the cooler. We definitely need to get back out on a calmer day and see what we can really accomplish. Thanks for a fantastic review. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on June 21, 2025

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Scott J.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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Destin Fishing

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) on April 21, 2025

Scott J.

5.0 / 5

Apr 21, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)

Destin Fishing

VERIFIED

Captain James was great and entertaining. Too rough to venture out into the ocean but caught quite a few of the Spanish mackerels. Great time.

Captain James was great and entertaining. Too rough to venture out into the ocean but caught quite a few of the Spanish mackerels....

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on April 21, 2025

Thanks for a great review. Mother nature made us go to plan B. We were able to make a fun day and get some dinner. We definitely need to get back out with calmer water to see what we can do in the big water. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on April 21, 2025

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Cody C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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April fishing trip

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Offshore on April 14, 2025

Cody C.

5.0 / 5

Apr 14, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Offshore

April fishing trip

VERIFIED

Captain James was great! Fish weren’t biting that good, but we still caught some & had a great time. Asked about maybe catching a Shark & he delivered! Will be back

Captain James was great! Fish weren’t biting that good, but we still caught some & had a great time. Asked about maybe catching...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on April 15, 2025

Thanks for a fantastic review. Definitely a slower day than normal. Between the full moon cycle and a little cold front, the fish were a little stubborn. We were able to get on a very nice shark to make the trip one to remember. Hope to see you again on your 1 year anniversary, next spring or summer. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on April 15, 2025

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