Captain
James Pollard

Member since February 2018 St. Petersburg, United States
Background
I've been fishing the waters of Tampa Bay since 1994. I was a very competitive tournament fisherman. What I enjoy most about fishing is teaching people how/what to look for while fishing. Seeing peoples reaction to landing a fish after a good fight is priceless to me! It's about having fun and making memories on the water.
Techniques
I am a laid back easy going captain that loves all the water ways and everything that they have to offer. Yes it's all about catching fish, but there is so much more to fishing than just catching. Wouldn't you want to know why that fish was hiding in that spot or why they prefer to eat on certain tide/moon phases? Where did you catch your bait? What time does my day start? To me its all about teaching and sharing my knowledge and watching people smile after catching fish and knowing why that fish was even in that spot to begin with!

Hey, I'm Captain James Pollard

St. Petersburg, United States
Background
I've been fishing the waters of Tampa Bay since 1994. I was a very competitive tournament fisherman. What I enjoy most about fishing is teaching people how/what to look for while fishing. Seeing peoples reaction to landing a fish after a good fight is priceless to me! It's about having fun and making memories on the water.
Techniques
I am a laid back easy going captain that loves all the water ways and everything that they have to offer. Yes it's all about catching fish, but there is so much more to fishing than just catching. Wouldn't you want to know why that fish was hiding in that spot or why they prefer to eat on certain tide/moon phases? Where did you catch your bait? What time does my day start? To me its all about teaching and sharing my knowledge and watching people smile after catching fish and knowing why that fish was even in that spot to begin with!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(179 reviews)
St. Petersburg
Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 179 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Chad C.
Maryville, TN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 hour Birthday Treat

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 19, 2021
This trip was absolutely amazing!ย  Let me start by saying that we were told by many folks to save our money and do something...
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Nick A.
Cortland, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on April 26, 2023
It was a great experience, we caught alot of fish and learned alot from the captian. He tries everything for his customers...
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Ray B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Son's Birthday Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 28, 2023
I scheduled the fishing trip for my sonโ€™s 16th Birthday. He, nor my daughter, have been fishing before. Capt. Pollard made...
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Valerie H.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Trip With Big Daddy

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on January 7, 2023
Weโ€™ve been out with Captain Pollard many times. Every time is fun and exciting even if the fish are slow (red tide!!). He...
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Scott C.
St. Petersburg, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fantastic Day on the Water with Capt. Jim

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on April 12, 2022
We couldnโ€™t have asked for a better day on the water. Capt Jim knows how to find fish and didnโ€™t stop looking all day....
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