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Jarrod Wallach

Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Jarrod is a second generation captain. Born in New York, he transplanted to Florida in 2014.

In his words: "From as early as I can remember, my dad had me on a boat with a fishing rod in my hands. At first, I was simply excited to have bait on my hook and hang with my dad. As I grew up the fish got bigger and bigger… and I was hooked! Growing up in New York, we would fish for Fluke, Flounder, Stripers & Cod in the winter. We would also enter the occasional shark fishing tournament. Fishing was, and still remains, a huge part of my life and it gave my father and I the time we needed to bond, before he unexpectedly left us in 2006.

Since moving to Florida in 2014, I have been fishing this fishery with friends and competing in local tournaments. From King of the Beach, a well known Offshore King Fish tournament, to a local firefighter charity tournament.

In 2018, I went to Sea School to become a captain. After graduating, I...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Jarrod Wallach

Jarrod Wallach

Independent Guide
Captain Jarrod is a second generation captain. Born in New York, he transplanted to Florida in 2014.

In his words: "From as early as I can remember, my dad had me on a boat with a fishing rod in my hands. At first, I was simply excited to have bait on my hook and hang with my dad. As I grew up the fish got bigger and bigger… and I was hooked! Growing up in New York, we would fish for Fluke, Flounder, Stripers & Cod in the winter. We would also enter the occasional shark fishing tournament. Fishing was, and still remains, a huge part of my life and it gave my father and I the time we needed to bond, before he unexpectedly left us in 2006.

Since moving to Florida in 2014, I have been fishing this fishery with friends and competing in local tournaments. From King of the Beach, a well known Offshore King Fish tournament, to a local firefighter charity tournament.

In 2018, I went to Sea School to become a captain. After graduating, I
purchased my boat and here we are. Living the dream!

It was always my father’s dream to retire and use his captains license to open a charter business. Every day, I strive to keep his legacy alive. It is my dream, to have that same experience with my daughter, while helping other families experience the water, as I once did, as a boy, with my father.

My favorite fish to catch in New York was definitely Bluefish! Pound for pound, the best fight to find. In Florida, my favorite fish has to be Redfish. There is nothing like their hard slam & drag-screaming runs. The fish itself is beautiful, and every one has different spots. Will your next redfish have 1 giant spot, 2 spots or 10? Book a charter and come find out!"
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Tuna
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish
What’s your favorite band?
Shinedown
What’s your favorite movie?
Top Gun

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Tuna
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish
What’s your favorite band?
Shinedown
What’s your favorite movie?
Top Gun
What’s your favorite sports team?
Tampa Bay Lightning
What’s your drink of choice?
Diet Coke
What was your last halloween costume?
Fisherman
What do you want for Christmas this year?
A Miracle
How did you get started guiding?
I am a 2nd generation captain.
What makes you different from other guides?
Experience, Personality and Fun!
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Dylan

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Jarrod was an amazing guide and very accommodating. went scalloping and he got in the water with us to show us around. also very social and had a great time on the boat with music and having fun. Definitely would recommend and book again

Dylan

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Jarrod was an amazing guide and very accommodating. went scalloping and he got in the water with us to show us around. also very social and had a great time on the boat with music and having fun. Definitely would recommend and book again
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