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

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(190 reviews)
Islamorada
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 191 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (275)
Absolutely Legit!!!!!!
Incredibly knowledgeable captain
Incredibly knowledgeable captain
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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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Sean M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A REAL GUIDE

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on June 30, 2025
If youโ€™re looking for the real deal in Islamorada, your search ends here. Captain Gary and his son deliver exactly what youโ€™d...
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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   NEW  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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Lewis G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Incredibly knowledgeable captain

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on December 27, 2025
Captain Gary was awesome! Iโ€™ve gotten to fish in Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Mexico and various places in the U.S. this past year...
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Josh L.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  April 3, 2026
The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Michael M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Islamorada Backcountry Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on October 15, 2025
If you are looking for a captain that not only knows the backcountry waters, but also has the best demeanor, them captain Gary...
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