Ana Banana Fishing Company

Marathon, Florida
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Marathon Offshore - 30’ Grady White

About Your Guide

Joel Brandenburg

Independent Guide 24 years of exp.
Talkative
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Laid-back
Quality
Captain Joel is a native Floridian and resident to Marathon and the Florida Keys. He has fished and hunted the globe from Africa to Argentina, Australia to Hawaii, Costa Rica to Canada, Bahamas to Mexico, Virgin Islands to Puerto Rico along with many other areas.

After his vast experience of different lands and waters, he is convinced the world’s most epic fishing adventures are right here in Marathon and the Florida Keys waters!

Let Captain Joel prove to you that this is unequivocally the true sportsman’s epicenter!

About Your Guide

Joel Brandenburg

Independent Guide 24 years of exp.
Captain Joel is a native Floridian and resident to Marathon and the Florida Keys. He has fished and hunted the globe from Africa to Argentina, Australia to Hawaii, Costa Rica to Canada, Bahamas to Mexico, Virgin Islands to Puerto Rico along with many other areas.

After his vast experience of different lands and waters, he is convinced the world’s most epic fishing adventures are right here in Marathon and the Florida Keys waters!

Let Captain Joel prove to you that this is unequivocally the true sportsman’s epicenter!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
500lb Goliath Grouper
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fried fish
What’s your favorite band?
Lynryd Skynyrd
What’s your favorite movie?
Forest Gump

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
500lb Goliath Grouper
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fried fish
What’s your favorite band?
Lynryd Skynyrd
What’s your favorite movie?
Forest Gump
What’s your favorite sports team?
Tampa Bay Bucs
What’s your drink of choice?
Water
What was your last halloween costume?
A human banana
What do you want for Christmas this year?
A 50lb bull mahi
How did you get started guiding?
Grandfather was a Florida Keys guide and fishing Captain for over 40 years
What makes you different from other guides?
No fish No pay policy
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Ana Banana Fishing Company Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

Marathon Offshore - 30’ Grady White

100% (17) Guided by Joel
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,295
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

Marathon Offshore Slam- 50’ Bertram

100% (17) Guided by Joel
50 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,895
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats, Snorkeling in Marathon

Lobster Diving, And Snorkeling Trip

100% (17) Guided by Joel
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,095
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Marathon

Night Time Lobster Bully Netting

100% (17) Guided by Joel
16 ft 1 - 3 People From $795

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Recent Reviews of Ana Banana Fishing Company

5.0
based on 9 reviews

Bryce

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Joel and mate, Eric, were great to fish with. Although fishing was a bit slow after the storms, they were persistent on getting us a bunch of Snapper.

Bryce

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Joel and mate, Eric, were great to fish with. Although fishing was a bit slow after the storms, they were persistent on getting us a bunch of Snapper.
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Matt

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We had a great drip with Joel and JoJo as our captains! Their first mates were fantastic and helpful getting us on some fish!

Matt

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We had a great drip with Joel and JoJo as our captains! Their first mates were fantastic and helpful getting us on some fish!
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David

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Fantastic trip with Capt. Joel and Darren. Got us on some great Mahi Mahi, and kept at it for the whole trip. Highly recommended.

David

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Fantastic trip with Capt. Joel and Darren. Got us on some great Mahi Mahi, and kept at it for the whole trip. Highly recommended.
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Arthur

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We had a rough weather day but Capt Joe Joe put us on a lot of Mahi off shore and Yellowtail closer in. Outstanding day for our group and great boat handling skills from our captain and first mate. Will definitely book with them again.

Arthur

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We had a rough weather day but Capt Joe Joe put us on a lot of Mahi off shore and Yellowtail closer in. Outstanding day for our group and great boat handling skills from our captain and first mate. Will definitely book with them again.
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David

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Very good inshore trip - caught plenty of fish and numerous species. Planning to book again next year,

David

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Very good inshore trip - caught plenty of fish and numerous species. Planning to book again next year,
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Robert

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Where do I start? I am a Florida native and this was the most AMAZING trip I’ve ever had. From the great time on the boat, excellent gear, the best captain and first mate I’ve been around in 30 years of fishing, and let’s not forget TONS OF FISH!!!! If you are planning a trip here look no further than Capt Joel!!!! AMAZING !!!!!

Robert

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Where do I start? I am a Florida native and this was the most AMAZING trip I’ve ever had. From the great time on the boat, excellent gear, the best captain and first mate I’ve been around in 30 years of fishing, and let’s not forget TONS OF FISH!!!! If you are planning a trip here look no further than Capt Joel!!!! AMAZING !!!!!
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Thomas

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Carol, Doug, and I enjoyed our near-shore 6-hour fishing trip with Captain Joel in Marathon. We went out past Sombrero Reef and fished for yellow tailed snapper and caught many. We targeted grouper on the bottom as well. Next we fished near the seven mile bridge for permit and yellow jacks. Last we fished a sunken ship for snappers and groupers. Captain Joel knows his business and we caught many fish including yellow tailed snapper,...

Thomas

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Carol, Doug, and I enjoyed our near-shore 6-hour fishing trip with Captain Joel in Marathon. We went out past Sombrero Reef and fished for yellow tailed snapper and caught many. We targeted grouper on the bottom as well. Next we fished near the seven mile bridge for permit and yellow jacks. Last we fished a sunken ship for snappers and groupers. Captain Joel knows his business and we caught many fish including yellow tailed snapper, mangrove snapper, and schoolmaster snapper. With Captain Joel, your pole will constantly bend with great eating fish.
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Yurko

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Ol Captain was an absolute beauty. You won’t get a better trip out in the keys. If you’re looking for a good time you won’t find better. We caught so many fish out of season that it fed us for days. And to make it better Captain made sure that we were all enjoying ourselves throughout the trip. 6 hours but it felt like 30 min! First mate Cap Eddy was on top of...

Yurko

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Ol Captain was an absolute beauty. You won’t get a better trip out in the keys. If you’re looking for a good time you won’t find better. We caught so many fish out of season that it fed us for days. And to make it better Captain made sure that we were all enjoying ourselves throughout the trip. 6 hours but it felt like 30 min! First mate Cap Eddy was on top of everything and we’ll never forget the experience!
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Lisa

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Great Trip! We enjoyed ourselves and are going home with LOTS of snapper. Reeled in my first shark. Thanks Captain
!

Lisa

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Great Trip! We enjoyed ourselves and are going home with LOTS of snapper. Reeled in my first shark. Thanks Captain
!
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Spearfishing
Trolling

Types of Trip

Deep Sea
Flats
Inshore
Snorkeling

Ana Banana Fishing Company Photo Gallery

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Marathon Offshore - 30’ Grady White
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Marathon Offshore - 30' Grady White
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