Captain
Edward 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.

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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
(165 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 Last booking: 9 hours ago
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 165 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (283)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
99%
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Heath D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Mangrove Snappers, a Shark, and Some Trolling

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip (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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Katherine E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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So many fish and lots of fun!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 12, 2025
Our family took a trip out to sea, in the early morning, with Captain Edward and Captain Tom of Reef Runner Charters.ย  Within...
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Dmitry S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip (AM) on August 3, 2025
My son and I did a 6 hr morning charter. Motored out about 18 miles, within a few minutes the captain and mate put us down...
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Daniel J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Keys Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (AM) on March 27, 2025
Went on a fishing trip in the Keys with my two boys and had a great day on the water with Reef Runner Charters and Captain...
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Josh B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Shark Action All Day, My Boys Had the Time of Their Lives!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on June 19, 2025
This was hands down one of the best fishing trips weโ€™ve ever taken. We caught 5 sharks and my four boys had an absolute blast...
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