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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Robyn M. W.
Denver, Colorado
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Booked multiple charters and loved every trip out!!

Half Day Trip (PM) on June 22, 2019
Every time we go to Florida we book this charter. If you want to catch fish, Captain Brian is a guarantee! We have never gone...
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Hoai L.
Apollo Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

3/4 with Captain Brian

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 23, 2019
The weather wasnโ€™t good, but we had a great time with Captain Brian!!ย  He was helpful, informative, and knowledgeable with...
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Edward S.
Ruskin, FL
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip. Would recommend 10/10

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 29, 2021
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Dykes J.
Winder, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day trip with Captain Brian Lemelin

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 8, 2020
Great day fishing. Brian was very flexible and accommodating.
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Matt F.
Tampa, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Captain Brian

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 10, 2019
Had the pleasure of meeting Catain Brian today!ย  He got us on some nice trout, mangrove grouper, and even got a bonnet head...
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