Captain
Gary Skrobeck & Skip Paxton

Member since July 2017 Islamorada, United States
Background
Captain Skip has over 40 years of fishing experience, numerous tournament wins, and previously held world records. He is a well-known backcountry guide who loves shallow water fishing. Captain Gary is a native of Islamorada. He has fished these water his whole life and is extremely dedicated to providing a memorable Everglades experience.
Techniques
Fly and light spin tackle

Hey, I'm Captain Gary Skrobeck & Skip Paxton

Islamorada, United States
Background
Captain Skip has over 40 years of fishing experience, numerous tournament wins, and previously held world records. He is a well-known backcountry guide who loves shallow water fishing. Captain Gary is a native of Islamorada. He has fished these water his whole life and is extremely dedicated to providing a memorable Everglades experience.
Techniques
Fly and light spin tackle
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(198 reviews)
Islamorada
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 198 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (294)
definitely an experience!
definitely an experience!
Monster Snook, son killed it!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
91%
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Jacob M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captian Gary is the man

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 21, 2026
We booked the half day trip with Captain Gary and had a blast!! It was a great time on the water even though the fishing was...
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Greg C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on August 3, 2026
We had an awesome day on the water. Captain Gary is a good dude and we had a blast. He worked hard to get us on snook, tarpon,...
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Thomas E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Definitely an experience!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on August 21, 2026
Capt Gary was very knowledgeable and took us to all different parts of the Everglades just to make sure we were able to catch...
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Chuck P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Captain, Uncooperative Weather

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on April 23, 2026
Had a great time on the water with Capt Gary. Great job helping us older, unexperienced fishermen have an enjoyable outing....
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Daniel G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Absolutely Legit!!!!!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 12, 2026
Gary is the real deal back country guy. If youโ€™re looking for a guide that knows skinny water heโ€™s. The most experienced...
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