Captain
Fred Laager

Member since November 2015 St. Augustine, United States
Background
Captain Fred Laager spent his youth fishing and hunting the east end waters and woods of Long Island. After visiting family in his teens in St. Augustine he made the move. Celebrating 25 years on the water in St. Augustine fishing the flats and guiding outdoor enthusiasts has been one of his greatest accomplishments and adventures. Whether you are on family vacation or a work trip or just looking to fish in a new place, join Captain Fred out on the water. Sit back and relax, enjoy the Florida sunshine and go on an adventure catching fish in St. Augustine!

Hey, I'm Captain Fred Laager

St. Augustine, United States
Background
Captain Fred Laager spent his youth fishing and hunting the east end waters and woods of Long Island. After visiting family in his teens in St. Augustine he made the move. Celebrating 25 years on the water in St. Augustine fishing the flats and guiding outdoor enthusiasts has been one of his greatest accomplishments and adventures. Whether you are on family vacation or a work trip or just looking to fish in a new place, join Captain Fred out on the water. Sit back and relax, enjoy the Florida sunshine and go on an adventure catching fish in St. Augustine!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(56 reviews)
St. Augustine
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 56 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (58)
Great Fishing, Great Company, Great Day on the Water
Great Fishing, Great Company, Great Day on the Water
Great Fishing, Great Company, Great Day on the Water
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
85%
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Chris M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing, Great Company, Great Day on the Water

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Inshore Trip on May 22, 2026
We had an excellent trip with Shallow Water Fishing Company and Captain Fred out of St. Augustine. Parking and launching were...
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Michael R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Beautiful Day!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Inshore Trip on May 19, 2026
Another GREAT day on the water with Capt Fred yesterday! We caught 9 fish (not all keepers) and a young black tip shark.ย ...
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Steven M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip on April 13, 2026
What a great experience! The Captain was very knowledgeable and patient and explained all that was needed. We caught 4 different...
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Michael R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Another Great Trip With Captain Fred!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip on May 22, 2025
My wife and I had another great day on the water with Cpt. Fred yesterday.ย  He was extremely patient,ย  helpful, and knowledgeable...
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Jake R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip on March 19, 2025
Captain Fred is extremely knowledgeable and passionate. He knew where the fish were, how to get to them and was able to walk...
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