Fishing with Doug

Anglers' gallery (304)

What anglers say

• 

  Michael Sanders

  

  Michigan, US

  •

  Member since 2026

  0

  5.0

  Verified

  An Outstanding Charter Experience with a Captain Who Truly Loves the Craft

  Half Day Trip on April 10, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

  Captain Doug of Jewel of the Bay Charters delivered an exceptional experience during our spring break trip. From the moment we got on the water, it was clear he not only knows how to find fish, but also genuinely cares about the people he’s guiding. He showed incredible patience and attention with my son, making sure he was engaged, learning, and having a great time throughout the trip. What stood out most was his passion for fishing and his ability to share that enthusiasm in a way that made the day memorable for both of us. This was more than just a charter, it felt like time spent with someone who truly loves what he does and takes pride in creating a great experience for his clients. I would highly recommend Captain Doug to anyone looking for a top-tier day on the water.

  • 

  Reported Catch

  

  

  

  

  Response from Captain

  April 13, 2026

   Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words Michael – I’ really appreciate it🌴 I enjoyed fishing with you and Hendrick, and look forward to next time.🙏

• 

  Maura Rotroff Rotroff

  Repeat angler

  

  New York, US

  •

  Member since 2026

  •

  2 trips

  0

  5.0

  Verified

  Incredible morning, caught so many fish!

  Half Day Trip on April 3, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

  We spent a morning fishing with Capt Doug who picked us up at our dock in Anna Maria. We caugh tons of fish and took home several to grill. The Captain was an interesting and friendly man who worked incredibly hard the entire trip since we caught so many fish. It was a great excursion for kids who need to keep those poles bent to be happy!

  

  Response from Captain

  April 5, 2026

  Thank you for the kind words Maura- i sure enjoyed fishing with your family and look forward to next time 🎣 Enjoy the rest of your trip!!

• 

  Ella Settlemyre

  

  Hickory, NC, US

  •

  Member since 2026

  0

  5.0

  Verified

  so much fun!!!

  Half Day Trip on May 22, 2026 • 2 adults

  me and my fiance went out looking for tarpon and captain Doug did eveything he could and made this trip amazing!! Since we werent in full season and they are tricky fish we didnt catch one but Doug still did his best and set us up perfectly… we will definitely be back!!! thanks Doug:)

  • 
  • 
  • 
  • 

  

  Response from Captain

  May 27, 2026

  Thank you Ella, it was great to meet you both- i enjoyed our time on the water and hope we can do it again sone time. thank you 🙏

• 

  Joseph Vachon

  Repeat angler

  

  New Hampshire, US

  •

  Member since 2024

  •

  6 trips

  1

  5.0

  Verified

  Most Fish Ever Caught

  Half Day Trip on April 28, 2026 • 2 adults

  Captain Doug gave us a great morning fish. Caught 49 fish. 7 varieties of fish caught. He got slams for both my wife and I. Slam is Trout, Snook, Redfish caught in the same day. I got the double slam. Prepared, knowledgeable, and super nice and patient. This is our 6th fishing charter. One of the best.

  • 
  • 
  • 
  • 

  Reported Catch

  

  

  

  

  

  Response from Captain

  April 28, 2026

  thank you both so much! I really enjoyed fishing with you guys – thank you for the kind words… I look forward to next time! 

• 

  Kaitlin Smith

  

  Connecticut, US

  •

  Member since 2026

  0

  5.0

  Verified

  Amazing trip!!

  Half Day Trip on August 22, 2026 • 5 adults

  Absolutely amazing experience with Captain Doug! We caught trout, catfish, mangrove snapper, blue fish, jack fish, snook fish and lady fish! The Captain was very communicative, super helpful on the boat and the made it a super fun time! We will definitely be coming back!

  • 

  Reported Catch

  

  

  

  

  

  Response from Captain

  August 22, 2026

  Thank you so much, Kaitlin! What a great time this morning, I appreciate you guys and look forward to fishing with you again😃