Florida Reels Fishing Charters LLC

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Christopher Taylor

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide 17 years of exp.
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
Captain Chris is a proud Florida native, International Game Fish Association (IGFA) certified captain, and is a member of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association (BGFGA).

In addition to spending considerable time on the water guiding groups around Tampa Bay and the Boca Grande area, Captain Chris is also an accomplished outdoors writer for a variety of well-respected publications.

Captain Chris is an easy-going charter captain who enjoys fishing with families, beginners, and experts alike. He is generous with his vast knowledge of the area and looks for to sharing a great day on the water with you, your family and your friends.

Check out Captain Chris' open dates to get in on the action!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Christopher Taylor

Christopher Taylor

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide 17 years of exp.
Captain Chris is a proud Florida native, International Game Fish Association (IGFA) certified captain, and is a member of the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association (BGFGA).

In addition to spending considerable time on the water guiding groups around Tampa Bay and the Boca Grande area, Captain Chris is also an accomplished outdoors writer for a variety of well-respected publications.

Captain Chris is an easy-going charter captain who enjoys fishing with families, beginners, and experts alike. He is generous with his vast knowledge of the area and looks for to sharing a great day on the water with you, your family and your friends.

Check out Captain Chris' open dates to get in on the action!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
220 pound Tarpon
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Smoked Prime Rib
Whats your favorite band?
Chris Stapleton
Whats your favorite movie?
Jaws

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
220 pound Tarpon
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Smoked Prime Rib
Whats your favorite band?
Chris Stapleton
Whats your favorite movie?
Jaws
Whats your favorite sports team?
Tampa Tarpons
Whats your drink of choice?
Miller Lite
What was your last halloween costume?
I try to play off the ghost thing but I can’t pull it off.
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Side console Jon boat that I can take my son duck hunting, and fishing in the lake.
How did you get started guiding?
My dad took me Tarpon fishing as a kid every year and since I was six I wanted to be a charter captain.
What makes you different from other guides?
A great dad makes a great guide, plus losing is for quitters.

Florida Reels Fishing Charters LLC Trips

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Damn Good
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Tampa

Tampa Bay Fishing Classic

98% (44)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Boca Grande

Boca Grande Tarpon - 95% Success

98% (44)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
Damn Good
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Ruskin

Inshore Fishing Slam

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
Damn Good
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Ruskin

Ruskin Fishing Classic

98% (44)
21 ft 1 - 4 People From $350
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Tampa

Inshore Family Fun Fishing

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Damn Good
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Tampa

Tampa Bay Fishing Trip

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Damn Good
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Jetty Fishing in Tampa

Tampa Bay Shark Fishing

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Damn Good
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Apollo Beach

Tampa Tarpon Fishing

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
Damn Good
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Boca Grande

Boca Trophy Tarpon - 95% Success

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $750

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Recent Reviews of Florida Reels Fishing Charters LLC

4.9
based on 44 reviews

Scott

Verified Review

Chris was amazing, from beginning to end. Very personable, professional and knowledgeable. We hope to use him again very soon!!!

Scott

Verified Review

Chris was amazing, from beginning to end. Very personable, professional and knowledgeable. We hope to use him again very soon!!!

Joe

Verified Review

Captain Chris was welcoming, friendly, and professional. The boat was clean and the gear was ready to go and in great shape. We would definitely fish with him again!

Joe

Verified Review

Captain Chris was welcoming, friendly, and professional. The boat was clean and the gear was ready to go and in great shape. We would definitely fish with him again!

Jennifer

Verified Review

Christopher was friendly, laid-back, patient and created an unforgettable experience for our family. We saw dolphins, manatee, sting rays, and turtles and were able to reel in several bonnethead shark. Great experience!

Jennifer

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Christopher was friendly, laid-back, patient and created an unforgettable experience for our family. We saw dolphins, manatee, sting rays, and turtles and were able to reel in several bonnethead shark. Great experience!

Heath

Verified Review

Christopher was an excellent guide for me and my ten year old. He was patient, attentive and put us on the sharks!
He is also an awesome photographer!

Heath

Verified Review

Christopher was an excellent guide for me and my ten year old. He was patient, attentive and put us on the sharks!
He is also an awesome photographer!

Michael

Verified Review

enjoyed the trip very much even though we caught no fish. Captain Chris seemed very knowledgable and was very pleasant and very good with my 2 young grandsons who were with us. I will use him again.

Michael

Verified Review

enjoyed the trip very much even though we caught no fish. Captain Chris seemed very knowledgable and was very pleasant and very good with my 2 young grandsons who were with us. I will use him again.

Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Sight Casting

Types of Fishing

Florida Reels Fishing Charters LLC Photo Gallery

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Boca Grande, Florida
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Ruskin, Florida
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Ruskin Fishing Classic
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Tampa Bay Fishing Classic
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Inshore Fishing Slam
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Inshore Fishing Slam
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Ruskin Fishing Classic
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