Southern Sons Charters

Marathon, Florida
Florida Keys Reef and Wreck Fishing

About Your Guide

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Josh Cox

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
I love getting people on fish!!! I'm a Navy Vet of 13 yrs. Fishing The Keys is amazing, fun and can be a challenge!!! We are family oriented so kids are always welcome on the boat and I love teaching about the ocean! The atmosphere is laid back and fun keezy style!!! Join us for a fun, relaxes day in Marathon and make some new memories!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Josh Cox

Josh Cox

Independent Guide
I love getting people on fish!!! I'm a Navy Vet of 13 yrs. Fishing The Keys is amazing, fun and can be a challenge!!! We are family oriented so kids are always welcome on the boat and I love teaching about the ocean! The atmosphere is laid back and fun keezy style!!! Join us for a fun, relaxes day in Marathon and make some new memories!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
77lb Wahoo
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak
What’s your favorite band?
Lynyrd Skynyrd
What’s your favorite movie?
Beverly Hills Cop

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
77lb Wahoo
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak
What’s your favorite band?
Lynyrd Skynyrd
What’s your favorite movie?
Beverly Hills Cop
What’s your favorite sports team?
Tennessee Vols
What’s your drink of choice?
Vodka
What do you want for Christmas this year?
55 Viking
How did you get started guiding?
I fell in love with offshore fishing and wanted to take others to experience the ocean
What makes you different from other guides?
I'm family oriented, laid back, love to teach and love being on the water
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Southern Sons Charters Trips

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Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Marathon

Offshore Trolling And Bottom Fishing

100% (2)
38 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,400
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Marathon

Florida Keys Reef And Wreck Fishing

100% (2)
38 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Marathon

Bottom Fishing Reefs And Wrecks

100% (2)
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $900

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Recent Reviews of Southern Sons Charters

5.0
based on 2 reviews

Jacque

Verified Review

We had a great time with Josh! Josh was very knowledgeable about the waters that made for a successful fishing trip! Thanks for everything!!

Jacque

Verified Review

We had a great time with Josh! Josh was very knowledgeable about the waters that made for a successful fishing trip! Thanks for everything!!
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Jerry

Verified Review

Josh was very professional and accommodating. Very good with the kiddos!

Jerry

Verified Review

Josh was very professional and accommodating. Very good with the kiddos!
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Potential Target Species

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Black Grouper
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Blackfin Tuna
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Gag Grouper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
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Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Mahi Mahi
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
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Good
Mutton Snapper
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Red Grouper
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
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Sailfish
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
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Good
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Great
Wahoo
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
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Great
Great
Yellowtail Snapper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
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Great
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Great
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Good
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea
Nearshore

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Florida Keys Reef and Wreck Fishing
May 20th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Bottom Fishing Reefs and Wrecks
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
Offshore Trolling and Bottom Fishing
May 16th, 2024
Marathon, Florida
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