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Chris Harpster

Independent Guide
Talkative
Intense
Instructional
Expert Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Chris, based in the beutiful Marathon, Florida, is a dedicated fishing guide with a deep passion for the pristine waters of the Florida Keys. Specializing in backcountry and flats fishing, he offers anglers the opportunity to explore the rich marine ecosystems of the Keys while pursuing coveted species. With years of experience and a profound connection to the local environment, Captain Chris ensures every fishing excursion is not only a thrilling adventure but also a chance to appreciate the natural beauty of the Florida Keys.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Chris Harpster

Chris Harpster

Independent Guide
Captain Chris, based in the beutiful Marathon, Florida, is a dedicated fishing guide with a deep passion for the pristine waters of the Florida Keys. Specializing in backcountry and flats fishing, he offers anglers the opportunity to explore the rich marine ecosystems of the Keys while pursuing coveted species. With years of experience and a profound connection to the local environment, Captain Chris ensures every fishing excursion is not only a thrilling adventure but also a chance to appreciate the natural beauty of the Florida Keys.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
17’ hammerhead
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish
What’s your favorite band?
Tom petty & the heartbreakers
What’s your favorite sports team?
Detroit lions
What’s your drink of choice?
Pepsi
How did you get started guiding?
Wanted to make money exploring my passion to fish and let others enjoy the experience.
What makes you different from other guides?
Passion over pride

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
17’ hammerhead
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish
What’s your favorite band?
Tom petty & the heartbreakers
What’s your favorite sports team?
Detroit lions
What’s your drink of choice?
Pepsi
How did you get started guiding?
Wanted to make money exploring my passion to fish and let others enjoy the experience.
What makes you different from other guides?
Passion over pride
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Keys Disease Charters Trips

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats in Marathon

Half Day (4hr)

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27 ft 1 - 8 People From $800
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats in Marathon

Full Day (8hr)

100% (4)
27 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore in Marathon

3/4 Day (6hr)

100% (4)
27 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,000
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Flats in Marathon

4 Hr (pm)

100% (4)
27 ft 1 - 8 People From $900

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Recent Reviews of Keys Disease Charters

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Chris was a great guide

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Chris was a great guide
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My wife and I had a wonderful day of fishing with Capt.Chris. The bite was a little slow but Chris never gave up on finding fish and it turned into a good day of catching! Made for a great day on the water.

John

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My wife and I had a wonderful day of fishing with Capt.Chris. The bite was a little slow but Chris never gave up on finding fish and it turned into a good day of catching! Made for a great day on the water.
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Potential Target Species

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Techniques

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

Types of Fishing

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Half Day (4hr)
February 26th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
4 Hr (pm)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
3/4 Day (6hr)
February 28th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
Full Day (8hr)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
Half Day (4hr)
February 26th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
4 Hr (pm)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
Full Day (8hr)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
4 Hr (pm)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
3/4 Day (6hr)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
Half Day (4hr)
February 26th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
Half Day (4hr)
February 26th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
Full Day (8hr)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
4 Hr (pm)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
3/4 Day (6hr)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
4 Hr (pm)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
Full Day (8hr)
March 4th, 2025
Marathon, Florida
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