Reel Knowledge Fishing Customer Reviews

Name: Reel Knowledge Fishing
Brand: Reel Knowledge Fishing
Rating: 4.972602739726027 (73 reviews)

100% would recommend

4.97/5

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Captain Josh consistently delivers exceptional fishing results, with customers regularly catching grand slams and landing impressive species like redfish, snook, pompano, trout, sheepshead, and grouper. His deep knowledge of Sarasota waters allows him to quickly adapt when spots aren't producing, moving strategically to ensure success. Josh expertly fillets catches and arranges fresh cooking at Walt's restaurant, providing the complete fishing experience. His skillful bait techniques and understanding of water flow help anglers hook fish continuously throughout their trips. Customers appreciate Josh's laid-back personality and patience, especially with novice fishermen and children. He provides constant guidance on rod handling and fishing techniques while maintaining an encouraging atmosphere that keeps everyone engaged. Families particularly enjoy the wildlife encounters he arranges, including close-up manatee and dolphin sightings. His excellent communication starts before the trip and continues throughout, ensuring smooth coordination and answering all questions about local fishing.

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Grand Slam

Redfish

Snook

Patient

Knowledgeable

Wildlife

Filleted

Mangroves

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Angler holding freshly caught bluefish on fishing boat with ocean waters in background

Angler holding freshly caught snook on fishing boat

Angler holding freshly caught snook on fishing boat in open water

Snook caught while fishing on boat in open water

Angler holding caught summer flounder on boat deck over ocean water

Freshly caught crevalle jack fish being held on fishing boat deck over open water

Angler holding freshly caught snook on fishing boat with seabirds flying overhead

Angler holding caught speckled trout on fishing boat

Angler holding caught snook on fishing boat in open water

Angler holding a speckled trout on a fishing boat

Angler holding freshly caught snook fish on boat in blue ocean waters

Speckled trout caught while fishing on boat in open water

Angler holding freshly caught snook on boat with clear blue sky

Two anglers holding freshly caught black drum fish on boat with waterfront homes in background

Angler holding caught redfish on boat with calm water and buildings in background

Freshly caught snook held up on fishing boat in tropical waters with mangroves in background

Successful redfish catch displayed on fishing boat with mangroves and clear water in background

Freshly caught redfish displayed on fishing boat with rod and reel

Angler holding freshly caught redfish on boat in calm waters

Angler holding caught redfish on fishing boat

Redfish caught during fishing trip on boat in coastal waters

Redfish caught while fishing on boat in calm waters

Angler holding a large redfish on a boat in coastal waters

Freshly caught sheepshead fish being held on fishing boat deck over ocean water

Freshly caught sheepshead fish being held on fishing boat over ocean water

Summer flounder caught during fishing trip

Angler holding freshly caught flatfish on fishing boat

Angler holding freshly caught snook on fishing boat with mangroves in background

A large 23-inch fish caught while fishing

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Joseph Santangelo

May 6, 2026

Trip - Morning Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on May 5, 2026

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Max 4 guests

Catches : 2

Snook
Catches: 1
Redfish
Catches: 1

I have been on charters with Captain Josh before and we always caught many fish and had a great time. This time I came with my fishing buddies. They were not disappointed. We caught a lot of fish and even got to bring some home to eat. Captain Josh is a class act and knows where the fish are. I highly recommend him.

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Captain JoshReplied on May 6, 2026

Joe,,, Thank you! You folks were awesome as always!! Looking forward to our next trip.

Robert Sinclair

April 16, 2026

Trip - Morning Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on April 15, 2026

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Max 1 guest

Catches : 1

Snook
Catches: 1

Great day on the water with Capt Josh. Caught numerous Snook, Trout and Jack. Great Guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. Highly recommend.

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Captain JoshReplied on April 16, 2026

Robert Sinclair, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Joseph Laney

April 9, 2026

Trip - Afternoon Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on April 7, 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Max 2 guests

Catches : 3

Snook
Catches: 1
Crevalle Jack
Catches: 1
Summer Flounder
Catches: 1

Myself and friend had a excellent trip with this guide as first time in salt water myself the guide made it one wonderful experience and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a good excellent guide and experience give him a try ill be useing this guide again

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Captain JoshReplied on April 10, 2026

Joseph Laney, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Joseph Laney

April 9, 2026

Trip - Afternoon Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on April 7, 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Max 2 guests

Catches : 3

Snook
Catches: 1
Crevalle Jack
Catches: 1
Summer Flounder
Catches: 1

What an amazing experience. Couldn't of asked for a better day. Josh was awesome. Due to the weather forecast, he was in daily communication with us. He could have easily canceled the trip, but he worked with our schedule and made it happen. I will definitely be coming back. I highly recommend his services.

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Captain JoshReplied on April 11, 2026

Joseph Laney, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Jonathan Rose

April 1, 2026

Trip - Morning Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on April 1, 2026

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Max 2 guests

Can’t say enough good things about captain Josh and our experience! He put us on fish the entire trip with a wide variety of species! Would highly recommend Josh for anyone fishing in the Sarasota area and will definitely be fishing with him again!

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Captain JoshReplied on April 3, 2026

Jonathan Rose, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Jonathan Davia

March 31, 2026

Trip - Morning Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on March 31, 2026

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Captain Josh was great. Very enthusiastic and helpful getting the kids setup and on the fish. We had a great time and caught plenty of fish! Would definitely recommend! thank you!

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Captain JoshReplied on April 12, 2026

Jonathan Davia, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

David Saum

March 24, 2026

Trip - Afternoon Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on March 24, 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Captain Josh is very experienced and knowledgeable. Attention to detail, head on a swivel, looking for the next fish. Very comfortable and enjoyable fishing experience!!!

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Captain JoshReplied on April 12, 2026

David Saum, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Angie Aaseth

March 19, 2026

Trip - Beginner Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout on March 19, 2026

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thank you Captian Josh! It was a beautiful day on the water! As promised, we saw manatee, had a dolphin swimming around us for about 15min., and caught some fish! Captain Josh was awesome!

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Captain JoshReplied on April 12, 2026

Angie Aaseth, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Mike Donohue

March 6, 2026

Trip - Morning Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on March 6, 2026

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Max 2 guests

Great day with good friends and a great Captain who put us on the fish right away. Highly recommended Reel Knowledge!!

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Captain JoshReplied on March 7, 2026

Thanks again guys!! Can't wait until next time.

MICHAEL BARTHEN

February 17, 2026

Trip - Professional Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on February 17, 2026

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Max 1 guest

Today was my first time fishing with Captain Josh. Josh put me on fish almost immediately. More impressively, the first were of quality size. When things slowed later in the morning, Captain Josh worked hard to try to put me on fish. Captain Josh is very patient and supportive, as I missed many hits throughout the day. In total, I landed 25 high quality fish and missed at least that many more hits. Captain Josh has an easy-going personality and he is very friendly. I highly recommend Captain Josh and I plan on using him on future charters when I am in Sarasota.

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Captain JoshReplied on February 18, 2026

MICHAEL BARTHEN, Thank you! I had a blast!! Can't wait for next time!!

Gary Beatty

February 12, 2026

Trip - Morning Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on February 12, 2026

7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Captain Josh put us on the fish during a cold snap and we had no problem filling the fish box with sheephead keepers! As soon as we lost our bait he had another shrimp ready to go. Snagged line ? No problem he handed me another ready to fish pole and got that one re-rigged. Fish On ! He was right there with the net . What I liked was he really spent time with the wife getting her going and helping her catch fish while I was catching them on the other side of the boat. When we got to the dock he went to town on the fish and gave us a whole bag of filets ! Really can’t say enough about how good Captain Josh took care of us and now I’m trying to squeeze another trip in with him before we leave!

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Captain JoshReplied on April 12, 2026

Gary Beatty, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

Todd Jackson

January 2, 2026

Trip - Afternoon Inshore Fishing Charter Sarasota – Target Redfish, Snook, and Trout. on January 2, 2026

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wife and I caught a variety of fish...large and small. Temperatures did not cooperate at the start, but the day improved as each hour of our private booking passed. We are looking forward to our next trip to the Sarasota area. Captain Josh even took time to get us to a picture perfect stop for the sunset. Definitely one of our top memories of this trip. Thank you!

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Captain JoshReplied on February 17, 2026

Todd Jackson, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip.

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What Guests Are Saying About Reel Knowledge Fishing in Sarasota

Our Sarasota fishing charter reviews highlight what makes Reel Knowledge Fishing a favorite among both locals and visitors. Guests often rave about the professionalism and expertise of Captain Joshua Harris, praising his ability to put them on fish—from redfish and snook in the bay to grouper and snapper offshore. Many reviews mention how smoothly the trips run, with high-quality equipment, a clean and comfortable boat, and a captain who’s as passionate about teaching as he is about fishing. It’s no surprise that we welcome so many repeat customers who return year after year for another memorable day on the water.

These customer testimonials for Reel Knowledge Fishing also showcase the fun, family-friendly atmosphere onboard. Whether it’s a first-time angler landing their very first catch or seasoned guests booking another trip for tarpon season, the excitement and satisfaction shine through in every story. Reviews confirm that our charters consistently deliver top-notch experiences, with guests leaving not just with great catches but lasting memories. See what others are saying and book your Sarasota fishing trip today!