Captain
Edward R. Gartenmayer

Member since October 2022 Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Edward runs trips out of Key West aboard a 34’ Crusader and brings over 10 years of fishing experience to the table. These waters are home to top offshore species like Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Kingfish, and he’ll show you how to catch them using proven techniques like trolling and bottom fishing. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, Capt. Edward has the skills—and the spots—to help you land a great catch.

Hey, I'm Captain Edward R. Gartenmayer

Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Edward runs trips out of Key West aboard a 34’ Crusader and brings over 10 years of fishing experience to the table. These waters are home to top offshore species like Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Kingfish, and he’ll show you how to catch them using proven techniques like trolling and bottom fishing. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, Capt. Edward has the skills—and the spots—to help you land a great catch.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(183 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 183 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable Key West Fishing Adventure with Reef Runners
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
99%
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Kerri A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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A fun filled day on the water!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (4 hours) (AM) on September 21, 2025
fun-filled day on the water! We had an amazing time on our fishing charter. My son had an unforgettable, two-hour battle...
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Heath D.
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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Mangrove Snappers, a Shark, and Some Trolling

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (8 Hours) (AM) on July 11, 2025
We had a great 8 hour trip.ย  Captain Edward suggested we get an early start and it was an amazing suggestion.ย  We were able...
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Dawn S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable Key West Fishing Adventure with Reef Runners

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (4 hours) (AM) on September 27, 2025
We had an incredible experience with Reef Runners on our recent Key West fishing charter! Edward and Evan were absolutely amazing...
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Stacey R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip (6 hours) (AM) on October 3, 2025
This was my first and my husbandโ€™s second charter trip. It was the first for both of us in the Keys. Edward and Evan made...
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Jon Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing Day on the Reef Runnerโ€ฆFrom Catching to Cooking!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6 hours) (AM) on August 24, 2025
We had such a great time on the Reef Runner! Our family of four (with two teens 15 and 12 on their very first deep sea fishing...
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