Captain
Brian Lemelin

Member since June 2017 Ruskin, United States
Background
Grew up in the great Adirondack Mountains. Fishing and hunting were a way of life. 20 year member of the US Air Force. Travelled the world and fished and hunted in numerous different countries. Began fishing Tampa Bay and Gulf water in 2003. First mated for numerous outstanding Captains for over 10 years, learning the trade and waters. Love the Captain's life, teaching and providing the opportunities for others to take part in the great outdoors. FWC approved Captain and Hunting Guide.
Techniques
Inshore and offshore.

Hey, I'm Captain Brian Lemelin

Ruskin, United States
Background
Grew up in the great Adirondack Mountains. Fishing and hunting were a way of life. 20 year member of the US Air Force. Travelled the world and fished and hunted in numerous different countries. Began fishing Tampa Bay and Gulf water in 2003. First mated for numerous outstanding Captains for over 10 years, learning the trade and waters. Love the Captain's life, teaching and providing the opportunities for others to take part in the great outdoors. FWC approved Captain and Hunting Guide.
Techniques
Inshore and offshore.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(60 reviews)
Ruskin
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Trips from US $450

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 60 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (211)
Great trip
Awesome
July fishing trip
+208
Angler rating
58
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
90%
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Mike K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 1, 2024
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Brian R.
Amboy, MN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Brian

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on February 11, 2022
Brian was great at teaching the first time fishers and encouraging everyone on the boat. He made sure we all caught at least...
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Jennifer G.
Ruskin, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day fishing with Captain Brian

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 21, 2022
Fishing was not good today but it wasnโ€™t because we didnโ€™t try!ย  Captain Brian worked hard and we really enjoyed our trip.ย ...
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Michael H.
Bidwell, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great family trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 21, 2021
In the middle of a red tide, our captain put us on fish.ย  We didnโ€™t see anyone else coming in with fish, but we had good...
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Joseph F.
Ruskin, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sheep on the bay

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 19, 2022
Had a great time fishing on the bay with my wife and son.ย  He was only in town for a few days , it was great to be able to...
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