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The captains and pros listed below are among the very best in the sport of saltwater fishing. Their attention to detail and ability to consistently locate and catch fish is unparalleled. Even the most seasoned veterans can learn something from them. Each one has played an instrumental part in the creation of my World of Saltwater Fishing television series and I’m proud to recognize their contributions.
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 Captain Paul Ross - One of the most popular Islamorada charter captains, Paul Ross operates his 48-foot sporfisherman – Relentless, from Bud ‘n Mary’s marina. A Keys native and second generation captain, Paul knows the Islamorada waters intimately well. Whether it’s fishing the patch reefs for grouper, snapper and mackerel, live-baiting the offshore reefs, rips and color changes for sailfish, trolling for dolphin, or daytime fishing for broadbill swordfish, he does it all in impressive fashion. To reach Paul, call (305)853-5436, or visit his web site: http://relentlessfishing.com/default.html
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 Carey Chen - One of the leading marine artists in the world, Carey Chen has a gifted talent for reproducing ocean life in explicit detail and fascinating colors, most notably the game fish which thrive in these waters. His incredibly lifelike portraits also depict game fish in intense feeding situations, as well as battling it out with anglers aboard fishing boats. Born in California and raised in Jamaica, Carey moved with his family to Miami in 1977, where he continued his pursuit of fishing. Shortly thereafter, he launched his artistic career. In addition to his original paintings, Carey has a line of T-shirt designs, tiles, photography, woodwork, jewelry, and even fine wines. For more information, visit: http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/carey-chen.html |
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 Darren Blum – The Master Gemologist and sales manager at Sarasota’s Coffrin Jewelers by profession, Darren Blum is ardent offshore angler who specializes in catching billfish, tuna, wahoo and dolphin of Florida’s West Central coast. In addition to the pelagics, he has a wealth of experience at catching bottom fish in these waters, from right off the beach to well over 100 miles offshore. His accomplishments at offshore and bottom fishing keep him in high demand as a “ride along” consultant on many boats. Darren is also a regional faculty member on the Salt Water Sportsman National Seminar Series. To reach Darren, call: 941-587-0606, or Email: gemlab2000@hotmail.com. |
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 Carl Grassi – A resident of Coral Springs, Florida, Carl Grassi is an accomplished angler who lives to fish. When he’s not managing his business – Carl’s Sunoco on West Sample Road in Coral Springs – Carl can usually be found fishing out of Pompano Beach’s Hillsboro Inlet. He enjoys live-baiting for kingfish and sailfish, trolling for wahoo and dolphin, running and gunning for dolphin, and dropping for swordfish. He’s a fan of the Bahamas, where he enjoys bottom fishing and offshore trolling. Carl also owns a skiff and spends some of his time chasing snook and tarpon. Carl can be reached at 954-755-8799, or at: goracingwithcg@aol.com. |
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 Captain John Oughton – Captain John Oughton has held a 100 ton USCG license for over 20 years and has charter fished for 30 years. His extensive fishing resume includes the north Atlantic canyons, Cape Hatteras, and many other big game destinations. He currently fishes the waters off the Florida Keys between October and June and then heads to Ocean City, Maryland, to catch tuna and marlin throughout the summer. A consistent tournament winner, John is an authority on dead bait trolling as well as live baiting. He can be reached at www.prettyworkcharters.com. |
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 Captain Mark Schmidt – A veteran, light-tackle angler, Captain Mark Schmidt operates his Sun Dancer Fishing charters from Murray Marine on Stock Island. He has been guiding in the lower Florida Keys and Key West since 1980. He’s a noted reef-, wreck- and live-bait fishing specialist, guiding clients to impressive catches aboard his 27-foot center console. He’s also an expert at fishing the flats for tarpon, permit, bonefish and sharks, aboard his 17-foot skiff. Mark can be reached at 305-797-4032, sundancercharters@comcast.net or http://www.captmarkschmidt.com |
 Captain Adam Crouthamel - When it comes to producing quality fish off Cape May, New Jersey, Captain Adam Crouthamel is in a league of his own. Having run his own fishing boats since he was 15 years old, and later acquiring a background in marine science, Adam harbors a strong knowledge of local fish migrations and habits. Although he pursues all the southern Jersey inshore game fish, his specialty is catching striped bass in the Cape May rips. He’s equally skilled at catching fluke and blackfish, as well as bluefin and yellowfin tuna. Adam can be reached at: 609-602-6834, or through: www.adambombcharters.com |
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 Captain Brian Sanders – A third generation Floridian, Captain Brian Sanders spent his childhood fishing in South Florida, and in the Everglades’ 10,000 islands region. With more than 15 years of guiding experience in these waters, and over 20 years experience in tournament fishing, Brian has an uncanny ability to locate and catch snook, redfish and tarpon in the shallow- and backcountry- waters, along with cobia, king mackerel, and tripletail in the open Gulf of Mexico. He can be reached at 954.609.6260, or through: http://www.sandersoutdoorguide.com |
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 Dr. Ken Neill III - A practicing dentist in Yorktown, Virginia, Dr. Ken Neill III is also an accomplished angler with a deep, working knowledge of where and how to catch a wide variety of salt water game fish in and around, and offshore coastal Virginia. His knowledge and professionalism has led to his serving on numerous fisheries management and conservation panels. He is looked upon as a representative for the state’s marine sportfishing community. Whether it’s catching trophy class red drum and cobia inshore, or white marlin in the canyons, Dr. Ken Neill III does it all in grandiose fashion. He also serves as a regional faculty member on the Salt Water Sportsman National Seminar Series. Check out Ken’s website, Healthy Grin Sport Fishing - http://vbsf-hookedup.net/healthygrin |
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 Captain Tony DeLosSantos - Born in Hawaii, Captain Tony DelosSantos calls the Florida Keys home. Based out of Key Largo, he has over 20 years experience in fishing the back country waters of the upper Florida Keys, Florida Bay and Everglades National Park. Through his business – Lying Hawaiian Charters, Tony targets snook, trout, redfish, tarpon, sharks, snapper and various other species on light tackle. His easy demeanor makes him a favorite with family charters, whereas his vast knowledge also keeps him in demand among highly experienced anglers. Tony can be reached at: 305-522-4724, or through his web site: http://www.lyinhawaiian.com |
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 John Webb – As director of sports development for Greater Fort Lauderdale, John Webb is responsible for recruiting and retaining sporting events that create economic impact and hotel room night activity for the Greater Fort Lauderdale area. For fiscal year 2010, Broward sports development efforts have produced over $530 million in direct economic impact for Broward County and produced over 600,000 hotel room nights, with more than 300 sporting events. The Florida Sports Foundation awarded John Webb the 2000 Sports Leadership Award and the Governor’s office awarded Broward County the State of Florida Sports Commission of the Year in 2003.
When he loses the tie and suit, John can often be found fishing for dolphin and sailfish out of Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades Inlet. A devoted offshore angler, John also spends considerable time in the Bahamas, where he combines his passion for offshore fishing with a more relaxing pace that includes cruising around the islands, snorkeling, and yellowtailing. He can be reached through: http://www.sunny.org/ |
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 Captain Gary Dubiel - When it comes to light tackle and fly fishing along North Carolina’s Crystal Coast, as well as around Oriental and New Bern, Captain Gary Dubiel is one of the very best. Although he harbors a fondness for catching speckled trout, hence the name of his business – Spec Fever Guide Service, Gary is equally skilled at catching trophy red drum and tarpon, and also winter run striped bass when they migrate into the Trent and Neuse Rivers around New Bern. Gary also serves as a faculty member for the Salt Water Sportsman National Seminar Series. He can be reached at 242-249-1520, or through his website – Spec Fever Guide Service - http://www.specfever.com |
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