Captain
Alan Spangler

Member since November 2017 Bokeelia, United States
Background
My passion for fishing began when I was a child. I played baseball throughout the week and always looked forward to fishing on the weekends with my dad. As I got older my love for fishing grew. My first job was working at a local bait and tackle shop. I then saved up enough money for my first boat in high school. I started guiding family and friends to catch fish and I knew from that point I wanted to pursue my own business as a charter captain. I took classes to earn my master captain's license. Since then I have been very fortunate with my business. Every day I look forward to sharing my passion with my customers and in the process we create memories that last a lifetime.

Hey, I'm Captain Alan Spangler

Bokeelia, United States
Background
My passion for fishing began when I was a child. I played baseball throughout the week and always looked forward to fishing on the weekends with my dad. As I got older my love for fishing grew. My first job was working at a local bait and tackle shop. I then saved up enough money for my first boat in high school. I started guiding family and friends to catch fish and I knew from that point I wanted to pursue my own business as a charter captain. I took classes to earn my master captain's license. Since then I have been very fortunate with my business. Every day I look forward to sharing my passion with my customers and in the process we create memories that last a lifetime.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(122 reviews)
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Bokeelia
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $600
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(101 reviews)
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Captiva
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 223 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (270)
Very knowledgeable and efficient trip
April fishing trip
April fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
99%
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Holly K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wonderful Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Tarpon Trip on June 25, 2026
My husband and I had a chance to do a charter with Captain Spangler this past weekend. He was super knowledgeable and very...
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Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Exceeded Expectations

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip - Inshore/Flats (AM) on June 23, 2026
Captain Alan had us on the fish quick and did a great job helping out a family of novice fishermen (and girls). He was extremely...
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Alex D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Knowledgable guide who will put you on fish

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore/Flats (AM) on May 27, 2026
Captain Alan knows the area well. We had a mixed group of various experience levels and ages and all had a good time and caught...
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Todd D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Unbelievable trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore/Flats (AM) on November 25, 2025
We intended to fish inshore, but with Captain Alanโ€™s recommendation, we decided to go further out and take our chances. He...
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Asa P.
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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Slayyyed fish. Best fishing trip Iโ€™ve been on.

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip - Inshore/Flats (AM) on June 20, 2026
Caught everything we targeted and then some. It was an unbelievable experience. Captain Spangler is a true professional and...
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