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.

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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
(183 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 6 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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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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Samuel L.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain took care of us despite the mechanical issues

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (4 hours) (AM) on July 29, 2025
The boat had mechanical issues half way out to spot.ย  We ended up getting a history lesson on our slow speed return.ย  Learned...
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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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Katherine E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

So many fish and lots of fun!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (4 hours) (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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Dennis D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The best customer service

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip (AM) on February 7, 2025
From the call the night before to putting the coolers of cleand fish in the trunk of our car these boys worked hard at giving...
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Patrick S. L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

These guys were on it

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on September 13, 2025
Captain and first mate where on it all day we wanted for nothing they put us on fish all day and really made it a solid day...
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