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
(58 reviews)
Ruskin
 Instant Confirmation
trips from US $450

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 58 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
56
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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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Ernestine F.
CAMPBELLSVLLE, KY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

May fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on May 30, 2022
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Yolanda R.
Riverview, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 18, 2022
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Andrea R.
Columbia, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

3/4 day with Capt. Brian

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 8, 2021
Capt. Brian worked very hard to make it a great day for our family!ย  My boysโ€™ favorite part was the bow fishing!
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Bryan P.
Riverview, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on October 23, 2021
My wife and i had a great time with captain Brian. Caught some fish had some laughs. Good times.
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Rebecca R.
Delhi, IA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun in Florida

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 20, 2021
We had an amazing time. Brian was so fun and energetic. We will be doing this again!
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