Captain
Jason Rogers

Member since August 2014 Destin, United States
Background
Hello, I’m Captain Jason Rogers, I was raised between the Pacific Northwest and Destin, Florida, I was born into a life on the water. A third-generation professional fisherman, my journey began in the Pacific Ocean working alongside my father in commercial fishing, where I learned early that the ocean demands discipline, preparation, and respect. In my late teens, my father was lost at sea — a loss that changed the course of my life. I stepped away from fishing and became a marine diesel mechanic, dedicating my work to keeping boats safe and helping crews make it home to their families. Learning vessels from the inside out still shapes how I operate today, with safety, reliability, and preparation guiding every trip offshore. But the water never stopped calling me back. Through faith and purpose, I returned to fishing in 2011 and launched my charter business in Destin, combining decades of experience with a lifelong respect for the sea. Today, I fish the Gulf with families, first-time anglers, and seasoned fishermen from around the world. Both of my sons have worked independently as deckhands aboard my boat over the years, continuing a family tradition built on hard work, safety, and respect for the water. Because a great charter isn’t just about catching fish. It’s about trust, experience, and memories that last long after the dock lines are tied.
Techniques
We offer a wide range of offshore experiences, specializing in both trolling and bottom fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain Jason Rogers

Destin, United States
Background
Hello, I’m Captain Jason Rogers, I was raised between the Pacific Northwest and Destin, Florida, I was born into a life on the water. A third-generation professional fisherman, my journey began in the Pacific Ocean working alongside my father in commercial fishing, where I learned early that the ocean demands discipline, preparation, and respect. In my late teens, my father was lost at sea — a loss that changed the course of my life. I stepped away from fishing and became a marine diesel mechanic, dedicating my work to keeping boats safe and helping crews make it home to their families. Learning vessels from the inside out still shapes how I operate today, with safety, reliability, and preparation guiding every trip offshore. But the water never stopped calling me back. Through faith and purpose, I returned to fishing in 2011 and launched my charter business in Destin, combining decades of experience with a lifelong respect for the sea. Today, I fish the Gulf with families, first-time anglers, and seasoned fishermen from around the world. Both of my sons have worked independently as deckhands aboard my boat over the years, continuing a family tradition built on hard work, safety, and respect for the water. Because a great charter isn’t just about catching fish. It’s about trust, experience, and memories that last long after the dock lines are tied.
Techniques
We offer a wide range of offshore experiences, specializing in both trolling and bottom fishing.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(51 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $1,200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 51 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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December fishing trip
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish
100%
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Maurice C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We had an amazing experience with The Great Escape! The crew was professional, fun, and made sure everyone had a great time...
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Dean S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Charter

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - 1:00 PM on July 13, 2025
Great 6hr trip for our family of 6, boat was clean and well equipped, plenty of room inside the cabin with cold AC if you wanted...
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Nakia M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Memorable fishing experience

VERIFIED   Afternoon 5 hour on January 2, 2026
The Captain and Deckhand were friendly and knowledgeable. The vessel was great with a bathroom and large sitting area in the...
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Steve M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience!!

VERIFIED   Morning 4 hour on July 21, 2025
We had five people in our group and three had never been deep sea fishing before.ย  Jason was a great choice.ย  He and his...
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Donna R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great crew

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 2, 2025
We did a short 4 hour trip since we had two new to deep sea fishing and two with serious motion sickness.ย  The 1st mate kept...
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