Captain

Craig Mick

Pensacola, United States

50+ reviews

Captain Craig started working the docks of Miami in the early 70s as a boat washer and standby mate. After being away from south Florida for some time, he moved back and fished with his brother every chance they got. His brother then bought a charter boat and started fishing charters out of Key Biscayne. A short time later, Capt. Craig became a captain as well. In 1988, he went from a 6-pack to 100-ton. Capt. Craig has fished waters from Palm Beach to Key West and throughout the Bahamas, winning several tournaments along the way. He bought and outfitted his 25' Contender in 1987. The captain fished charters on that boat part-time with Haulover Inlet being his home. He became too busy (popular) running private sportfishing boats up to 72 feet. He later gave up the fast life to raise a family, took on a 'real job', and moved to Pensacola, fishing every chance he and his wife could. The all-around fishing experience and knowledge he possesses separate him from most captains.

Taylor G.

Captain

Charter

Brighter Days Sport Fishing

Pensacola

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Trips from

US $650

Rating

4.9

71 reviews

4.9

Boat & Equipment

5.0

Captain & Crew

4.9

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (109)

What anglers say

97%

Good experience

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Appropriate for children

100%

Satisfied with the boat

97%

Caught fish

All reviews (71)

Showing 1 – 5 of 71 reviews

Tony Eggleton
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
From First Cast to Fresh Lunch, A Five-Star Offshore Fishing Experience
5 Hour Trip offshore reef on August 5, 2026 • 4 adults
We had an awesome offshore fishing trip today with Brighter Days Sport Fishing and Captain Craig! The boys and I had a great time from start to finish. We caught mahi, triggerfish, and vermilion, stayed on fish most of the trip, and Captain Craig kept things fun by sharing stories and local knowledge while we were out on the water. After the trip, he cleaned all of our fish and recommended taking our catch to The Salty Pearl, where they cooked it up for lunch. It doesn't get much fresher than that, and it was the perfect way to end the day. If you're looking to try offshore fishing, whether it's your first trip or you're an experienced angler, I highly recommend Brighter Days Charter Fishing and Captain Craig. Great captain, great experience, and memories we'll be talking about for a long time. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Response from Captain
August 5, 2026
thank you for that awesome review. can’t wait to see you all again. you are right started off strong right out of the box.
Michael Ramirez
Nevada, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
NEW
Oustanding experience
4 hour inshore near shore am on October 5, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children
Charter was great! 4 adults and 2 teens and the captain was knowledgeable and patient. Action was was nonstop. Caught/release several snapper, some catfish, AND a total of 7 sharks, including an amazing 4/5’ black tip!
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Response from Captain
October 6, 2026
It worked out well with no rain and fish were biting. Glad everyone had a good time. hope to see you all again. thanks for the Awesome review.
Joe “fisheye” Gardetto
Repeat angler
New Mexico, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Caught a Record Breaking Red Snapper!!!
6 hour offshore reef on September 7, 2026 • 5 adults
Phenomenal time! Captain Craig was great, very knowledgeable, helpful and all around nice guy. We spent 6 hours offshore doing mostly bottom fishing. But Captain Craig helped us put a few other lines in to drift fish. Caught a bunch of Vermillion Snapper, plus an absolutely giant 20 lb red snapper and 2 amberjack. Would absolutely recommend Captain Craig!
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Response from Captain
September 11, 2026
thank you awesome review. my pleasure for sure having the opportunity to take you guys fishing and having a great catch as well.
Barry Yarnell
Repeat angler
Iowa, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Perdido Key
5 hour offshore reef pm on March 17, 2026 • 3 adults
Captain Craig was great he was very knowledgeable of where to catch certain fish and made sure we definitely caught something. we csme out with catching a decent amount of Trigger Fish none that we could keep unfortunately due to being undersized. We did however hit yhe honey pot with catching 12 Vermillion Snapper that were all keepers. The Amber Head would have been nice but we lost him he put up a reslly good fight. I Recommend booking with Capatain Craig
Response from Captain
March 18, 2026
thank you Barry enjoy the rest of your stay in our area hopefully you can get to beach a little chilly
John Crocker
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day of fishing
5 Hour Trip offshore reef on August 22, 2026 • 4 adults
We had a great day of fishing with Captain Craig. What a knowledgeable, friendly gentleman. Great weather, calm seas and nearly limited out! I will definitely reach out for a charter next time I am in the Pensacola area. Thanks, Craig, for a great day!
Response from Captain
August 25, 2026
thank you for the kind words and awesome review. hope to see again.

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What's biting with Brighter Days Sport Fishing in Pensacola

October is all about giant schools of big Bull Redfish. At this time of year they arrive from the Gulf to spawn around the passes. Sight fish on calm sunny days to try some of the best fishing in the Panhandle.