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Jon Polk

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Captain Jon holds the title of 2024 Destin Fishing Rodeo Captain 1st and 2nd place Yellowfin Tuna. Over 30,000 anglers competed in this years month long Rodeo. We port out of Santa Rosa Beach / 30 A area and also offer departure out of Destin Florida.

"One of my earliest memories was this massive sailfish hanging on the wall in my grandfather's garage. From that moment, I knew I wanted to chase big gamefish in the Gulf."

Capt. Jon has been piloting vessels since he was old enough to walk. "Growing up boating and fishing on Kentucky Lake was such a blessing." Jon's vast boating experience also includes over 25 years as a Captain on (go-fast) boats in Poker Runs all across the United States. This level of speed and changing sea conditions is invaluable experience when on the open water. Captain Jon's fishing experience spans over 45 years.

Capt. Jon, what is your favorite fish to catch?

" It would be a hard choice for me to decide between Yellowfin Tuna fishing the oil rigs and daytime sword fishing....

About Your Guide

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Jon Polk

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
Captain Jon holds the title of 2024 Destin Fishing Rodeo Captain 1st and 2nd place Yellowfin Tuna. Over 30,000 anglers competed in this years month long Rodeo. We port out of Santa Rosa Beach / 30 A area and also offer departure out of Destin Florida.

"One of my earliest memories was this massive sailfish hanging on the wall in my grandfather's garage. From that moment, I knew I wanted to chase big gamefish in the Gulf."

Capt. Jon has been piloting vessels since he was old enough to walk. "Growing up boating and fishing on Kentucky Lake was such a blessing." Jon's vast boating experience also includes over 25 years as a Captain on (go-fast) boats in Poker Runs all across the United States. This level of speed and changing sea conditions is invaluable experience when on the open water. Captain Jon's fishing experience spans over 45 years.

Capt. Jon, what is your favorite fish to catch?

" It would be a hard choice for me to decide between Yellowfin Tuna fishing the oil rigs and daytime sword fishing.
Luckily, we can do both out of Destin, Florida."

DESTIN - The Worlds Luckiest Fishing Village

"We didn't wind up here by accident. Destin Florida offers some of the most diverse fishing in the World." Destin's unique location provides anglers with the closest port to access the rich deep blue waters in the Gulf of America. The development of high speed center console vessels now makes it possible to reach the Oil Rigs off the coast of Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi on our 12 to 18 hour trips. You can be fishing alongside vessels that left out of Venice, Louisiana the same morning by 8am. The equipment available to us today make the Gulf of America a lot smaller body of water.

Whether you are a hard core accomplished angler, or traveling with children and want the experience of a lifetime, our team will ensure that everyone has a wonderful day on the water.

Tight Lines,

​Capt. Jon
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
200 pound yellow fin tuna on a top water spinning reel.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
We love making ahi poke tuna and or we like to cook snapper or mahi "Lazy Days Style." There is a restaurant in the Keys and we are lucky enough to have the recipe. It involves saute'ing the fish in a light batter in a key lime butter reduction and serving with parsley and green onions on the top with some more of the key lime butter reduction poured over the dish. The correct way to serve this is "Family Style" with a platter in the middle of the table.
What’s your favorite band?
Cody Johnson puts on a great show.
What’s your favorite movie?
Tombstone Our offshore boat is named "The Pale Horse" go figure

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
200 pound yellow fin tuna on a top water spinning reel.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
We love making ahi poke tuna and or we like to cook snapper or mahi "Lazy Days Style." There is a restaurant in the Keys and we are lucky enough to have the recipe. It involves saute'ing the fish in a light batter in a key lime butter reduction and serving with parsley and green onions on the top with some more of the key lime butter reduction poured over the dish. The correct way to serve this is "Family Style" with a platter in the middle of the table.
What’s your favorite band?
Cody Johnson puts on a great show.
What’s your favorite movie?
Tombstone Our offshore boat is named "The Pale Horse" go figure
What’s your favorite sports team?
Kansas City Chiefs
What’s your drink of choice?
Modelo or Iced Tea
What was your last halloween costume?
Dressed up as Willie Nelson
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Any fishing reel that starts with a "T" Like Talica and Tiagra
How did you get started guiding?
Fishing offshore out of Destin, Florida... I figured I loved doing this so much, why not get to do it at work too!
What makes you different from other guides?
I spent alot of my early life in the music and entertainment business. First and foremost, we are going to have fun. And I don't mean a little fun. I pride our trips on making memorable experiences for both accomplished anglers and people who are new to fishing.
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Offshore Bluewater FAD - BIG GAME

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Let's GO! DEEP Offshore Trip

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800

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Recent Reviews of Deep Charters

5.0
based on 5 reviews

Wayne

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Excellent service, professional and very knowledgeable. Would try and teach as well as provide a service. Would highly recommend. Top notch.

Wayne

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Excellent service, professional and very knowledgeable. Would try and teach as well as provide a service. Would highly recommend. Top notch.
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Michael

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Capt. Jon was knowledgeable, accommodating, and simply first rate. We had a party of 5 with mixed levels of offshore fishing experience. Regardless, we caught plenty of fish and had an outstanding experience, not soon to be forgotten. The team at Captain Experiences made the booking and logistics a breeze. Definitely repeating when we are back at Rosemary Beach, no doubt about it.

Michael

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Capt. Jon was knowledgeable, accommodating, and simply first rate. We had a party of 5 with mixed levels of offshore fishing experience. Regardless, we caught plenty of fish and had an outstanding experience, not soon to be forgotten. The team at Captain Experiences made the booking and logistics a breeze. Definitely repeating when we are back at Rosemary Beach, no doubt about it.
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Response from Jon:
Thank you for the 5 star review Michael. Looking forward to seeing you guys again soon on your next vacation! Capt Jon

Response from Jon:

Thank you for the 5 star review Michael. Looking forward to seeing you guys again soon on your next vacation! Capt Jon
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Nikolay

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Overall experience was great. Jon is an outstanding captain!
Thanks!

Nikolay

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Overall experience was great. Jon is an outstanding captain!
Thanks!
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Response from Jon:
Nikolay, we had such a great trip with you and your crew. Thank you for taking the time to give us a 5 star review!

Response from Jon:

Nikolay, we had such a great trip with you and your crew. Thank you for taking the time to give us a 5 star review!
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Steven

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We were probably one of the “scurviest” groups he has had and we had blast.

Steven

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We were probably one of the “scurviest” groups he has had and we had blast.
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Response from Jon:
You guys were great! Deckhand and I havent laughed that hard in awhile. Looking forward to seeing you again soon so we can play some of that "Southern Polka" music. Thank you for a great trip!!

Response from Jon:

You guys were great! Deckhand and I havent laughed that hard in awhile. Looking forward to seeing you again soon so we can play some of that "Southern Polka" music. Thank you for a great trip!!
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Ronnie

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Great guide definitely recommend him
Had great time fish weren’t too active but he was determined to make my 1st time out a good one and he got it done
Had a blast
Thanks Captain Jon

Ronnie

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Great guide definitely recommend him
Had great time fish weren’t too active but he was determined to make my 1st time out a good one and he got it done
Had a blast
Thanks Captain Jon
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Response from Jon:
Ronald, thank you for taking the time to review us. We had a wonderful time fishing with you guys and hope to see you again soon!

Response from Jon:

Ronald, thank you for taking the time to review us. We had a wonderful time fishing with you guys and hope to see you again soon!
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