Captain
Terry McGowen

Member since November 2014 Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Terry is the owner and a captain aboard Reel Fun Charters. He's been steering boats around the Gulf, and knows waters all the way from Louisiana to the Bahamas. Captain Terry has over two decades of experience, and delivers professional service to his customers. He has also taken part in deep sea tournaments with success, and is often asked to step behind the wheel of private boats. He uses quality fishing gear, and knows the spots where fish are biting.
Techniques
I like live bait and lite tackle. Lots more fun for the anglers.

Hey, I'm Captain Terry McGowen

Panama City Beach, United States
Background
Captain Terry is the owner and a captain aboard Reel Fun Charters. He's been steering boats around the Gulf, and knows waters all the way from Louisiana to the Bahamas. Captain Terry has over two decades of experience, and delivers professional service to his customers. He has also taken part in deep sea tournaments with success, and is often asked to step behind the wheel of private boats. He uses quality fishing gear, and knows the spots where fish are biting.
Techniques
I like live bait and lite tackle. Lots more fun for the anglers.
Our Team
Jon M.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(194 reviews)
Panama City Beach
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 194 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (146)
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Great time
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
89%
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Duane W.
Lodge, IL
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day afternoon trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on April 22, 2021
Cold front came through night before so fishing was tough.ย  Despite the conditions, our guide worked hard to try to put us...
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Payton T.
Apopka, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Chris

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 10, 2020
Excellent crew and equipment, captain very knowledgeable of species and best areaโ€™s for fish. Would definitely recommend
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Kristen B.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

September fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 9, 2020
We had a great time today! He made sure that we enjoyed ourselves and caught some fish. We will be coming...
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Jason M.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 28, 2022
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Tim L.
Apopka, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain Terry

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 8, 2020
Captain Terry did a great job for first timers! Had a blast and got to catch some nice Red fish
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