Brighter Days Sportfing
Captain

Brighter Days Sportfing

Pensakola, Sjedinjene Države
Angler's choice
50+ reviews
Captain Craig started working the docks of Miami in the early 70s as a boat washer and standby mate. After being away from south Florida for some time, he moved back and fished with his brother every chance they got. His brother then bought a charter boat and started fishing charters out of Key Biscayne. A short time later, Capt. Craig became a captain as well. In 1988, he went from a 6-pack to 100-ton. Capt. Craig has fished waters from Palm Beach to Key West and throughout the Bahamas, winning several tournaments along the way. He bought and outfitted his 25' Contender in 1987. The captain fished charters on that boat part-time with Haulover Inlet being his home. He became too busy (popular) running private sportfishing boats up to 72 feet. He later gave up the fast life to raise a family, took on a 'real job', and moved to Pensacola, fishing every chance he and his wife could. The all-around fishing experience and knowledge he possesses separate him from most captains.
Taylor G.
Taylor G.
kapetan

Charter

Rating

4.9
69 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Dobro iskustvo
100%
Prijatan kapetan
100%
Preporučite ovaj čarter
97%
Prikladno za decu
100%
Zadovoljni brodom
97%
Uhvate ribe

All reviews (69)

Showing 15 of 69 reviews
  • Tony Eggleton
    Tony Eggleton
    us
    Ohajo, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    From First Cast to Fresh Lunch, A Five-Star Offshore Fishing Experience

    5 Hour Trip offshore reef4 adults

    We had an awesome offshore fishing trip today with Brighter Days Sport Fishing and Captain Craig! The boys and I had a great time from start to finish. We caught mahi, triggerfish, and vermilion, stayed on fish most of the trip, and Captain Craig kept things fun by sharing stories and local knowledge while we were out on the water. After the trip, he cleaned all of our fish and recommended taking our catch to The Salty Pearl, where they cooked it up for lunch. It doesn't get much fresher than that, and it was the perfect way to end the day. If you're looking to try offshore fishing, whether it's your first trip or you're an experienced angler, I highly recommend Brighter Days Charter Fishing and Captain Craig. Great captain, great experience, and memories we'll be talking about for a long time. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Vermilion Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Captain

    thank you for that awesome review. can’t wait to see you all again. you are right started off strong right out of the box.

  • Barry Yarnell
    Barry Yarnell
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ajova, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2024
    2 putovanja
    5.0
    Verified

    Perdido Key

    5 hour offshore reef pm3 adults

    Captain Craig was great he was very knowledgeable of where to catch certain fish and made sure we definitely caught something. we csme out with catching a decent amount of Trigger Fish none that we could keep unfortunately due to being undersized. We did however hit yhe honey pot with catching 12 Vermillion Snapper that were all keepers. The Amber Head would have been nice but we lost him he put up a reslly good fight. I Recommend booking with Capatain Craig

    Response from Captain

    thank you Barry enjoy the rest of your stay in our area hopefully you can get to beach a little chilly

  • John Crocker
    John Crocker
    us
    Ohajo, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great day of fishing

    5 Hour Trip offshore reef4 adults

    We had a great day of fishing with Captain Craig. What a knowledgeable, friendly gentleman. Great weather, calm seas and nearly limited out! I will definitely reach out for a charter next time I am in the Pensacola area. Thanks, Craig, for a great day!

    Response from Captain

    thank you for the kind words and awesome review. hope to see again.

  • Ben Hughey
    Ben Hughey
    us
    Alabama, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Good first fishing trip for my boys

    4 hour inshore near shore am3 adults2 children

    We had a fun morning and we all caught fish. Craig and Noah were great, and kept the kids excited after they missed a couple fish. Both caught one the next time the put out a line. good trip for families or avid fishermen. bring warm clothes for morning fishing.

    Response from Captain

    thank you for an awesome review. glad everyone had fun. maybe see you again in near future. captains Craig and Noah

  • Kerby Clevenger
    Kerby Clevenger
    us
    Kanzas, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    5 stars

    6 hour offshore reef3 adults

    Captain Craig takes care of everything: from baiting the lines, to taking fish off the hooks and finally cleaning. As a seasoned veteran, Craig knows where the fish are. This was my family’s first deep sea fishing adventure-amazing.

    Response from Captain

    thank you for awesome review

Real catches shared by our community

  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    so much fun!
    Jodi A.
    Jodi A.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    From First Cast to Fresh Lunch, A Five-Star Offshore Fishing Experience
    Tony E.
    Tony E.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    great day fishing
    Gerald F.
    Gerald F.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    Fishing with Craig
    Robert K.
    Robert K.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    5 stars
    Kerby C.
    Kerby C.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    Brdt experience ever
    Bud G.
    Bud G.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    Such a great trip
    Taylor C.
    Taylor C.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    Great Trip and Great Captain
    Jon H.
    Jon H.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    July fishing trip
    Bruce L.
    Bruce L.
  • Brighter Days Sport Fishing
    Brighter Days Sport FishingPensacola, FL
    Captain Mick and his First Mate
    Donna M.
    Donna M.

What's biting with Brighter Days Sport Fishing in Pensacola

Po vlažnom vremenu i redovnim popodnevnim kišama, većina ribolovačkih tura u Pensacoli peca rano tokom dana. Lovite slot Redfish oko dokova i male Mahi Mahi odmah iza priobalnih grebena.

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