Captain
Derek Ward

Member since July 2017 Bokeelia, United States
Background
I'm a young captain, so I have the drive and passion that a lot of captains seem to have lost over the years. If you book a trip with me you won't just be heading out on a fishing trip. I will also share all of my knowledge of the wildlife we will undoubtedly see throughout our time on the water. Thank you, and tight lines!
Techniques
I generally fish with spinning gear, but will guide a fly fisherman as well.

Hey, I'm Captain Derek Ward

Bokeelia, United States
Background
I'm a young captain, so I have the drive and passion that a lot of captains seem to have lost over the years. If you book a trip with me you won't just be heading out on a fishing trip. I will also share all of my knowledge of the wildlife we will undoubtedly see throughout our time on the water. Thank you, and tight lines!
Techniques
I generally fish with spinning gear, but will guide a fly fisherman as well.
13
Reviews

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Hooked Up Charters And Trapping

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(11 reviews)
Bokeelia
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Fishing
Fishing
Fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
85%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Todd N.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   March 20, 2025
The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Jeff G.
Fort Mill, SC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hour trip with derek

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 27, 2021
Great time. 3 50 year old fishers. Derek put us on snook right out of the gate. Had plenty of large bait and took us to a number...
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Wendy F.
Mechanicsville, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun family trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on December 30, 2021
Our family of four had a really enjoyable time with Captain Derek.ย  We caught some really nice sized fish and enjoyed the...
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Darrell B.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 29, 2022
Excellent, from start to finish. On the fish.
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Steve P.
Tampa, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day redfish and snook trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 17, 2021
Captain Derek did a good job of putting us on fish.ย  He was very knowledgeable about the fish and the surrounding area.ย ...
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