Captain
Jim Fortman

Member since July 2017 Naples, United States
Background
Capt. Jim Fortman is a Florida native who has been fishing the waters of South Florida for 40 years. Capt. Jim is also a knowledgeable guide, having studied Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Horticultural Science, and Agricultural Science at Broward Community College and Florida Atlantic University. Bringing friends and soon-to-be friends fishing and teaching them about the marine environment is his passion. Capt. Jim has also been designing and building custom fishing rods and jigs for over 25 years.
Techniques
Light tackle, spinning gear, live and artificial bait, fly fishing, back country, mangrove forest, sight fishing,

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Nápoles, Estados Unidos
Background
Capt. Jim Fortman is a Florida native who has been fishing the waters of South Florida for 40 years. Capt. Jim is also a knowledgeable guide, having studied Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Horticultural Science, and Agricultural Science at Broward Community College and Florida Atlantic University. Bringing friends and soon-to-be friends fishing and teaching them about the marine environment is his passion. Capt. Jim has also been designing and building custom fishing rods and jigs for over 25 years.
Techniques
Light tackle, spinning gear, live and artificial bait, fly fishing, back country, mangrove forest, sight fishing,
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Captain Jim Fortman – Ten Thousand Islands

State licensed
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(125 reviews)
Nápoles
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viajes desde US $450

Fishing Reports

Red October!
Red October!
Oct 28, 2018 Nápoles
October has been phenomenal in the Ten Thousand Islands, Naples, FL. The fish have been plentiful and the dinners have been even better. Snook, Redfish, Black Drum, Tarpon, Tripletail, Sea Trout, and Shark have been moving in to the area in quite the numbers. Clients have had a blast tackling these fish.
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No Red Tide in The Ten Thousand Islands
No Red Tide in The Ten Thousand Islands
Ago 3, 2018 Nápoles
July was a phenomenal month for Snook, Trout, Black Drum, and even Flounder. We have been releasing many slot sized Snook and above. Big Black Drum have been released and invited to the table. The Trout bite is still on fire, and we’ve caught a couple of quality Flounder. Other species are still hanging around. Juvenile Tarpon still litter the canals and river mouths, as well as juvenile Red Fish. We expect conditions to remain the same throughout the month of August. There is no Red Tide or Green Algae in our water. Everything is healthy for the table and quality of life. Tight Lines, Captain Jim Fortman
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Fintastic Fishing in the Ten Thousand Is
Fintastic Fishing in the Ten Thousand Is
Jul 4, 2018 Nápoles
The summer bite is hot in the Ten Thousand Islands. It has not been affected by by the Red Tide or Algae Bloom to our north. Fishing has been great! Many fish coming over the rails, including 35 inch Black Drum, 35 inch Snook, 18 inch Flounder, Shark, Redfish, large Jacks, and all the Trout you can take home.
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First Two Weeks of July
First Two Weeks of July
Jul 16, 2017 Nápoles
I was able to get back out on the water for some backcountry fishing. Snook and Redfish are still in abundance on the points and deep shorelines. Trout are hanging out on the outside, but not as much on the inside. My favorite species to catch on light tackle showed back up...The Black Drum is a great dinner fare and one of my favorites to eat. They can be found in the same areas as the Snook and Redfish. Tarpon and Shark are still making appearances in the backwater bays and flats. I know of one lucky tarpon that I stalked for at least an hour, on a mudflat. He was interested, but not hungry. We watched him gorge himself on the fry.
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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Barco
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Fotos de clientes (84)
Great Day on the Water
Magnificent fish
Magnificent fish
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Buena experiencia
97%
Capitán amigable
98%
Recomienda este charter
96%
Apto para niños
93%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
91%
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Michael S.
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Experiencia:
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Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Magnificent fish

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day – Backwater Fishing (AM) on Marzo 20, 2024
An hour into the fishing trip, I hooked a huge tarpon! Captain Jim was by my side the whole time, providing help and guidance,...
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Matt L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
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5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day on the Water

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day – Backwater Fishing (AM) on Marzo 29, 2024
My spouse and I had an amazing time with Captain Jim at the helm. We caught a lot of fish and Jim’s knowledge and expertise...
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John B.
Ave Maria, FL
Excellent
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Experiencia:
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Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5-Hour Trip with Captain Jim

VERIFICADO   Half Day – Backwater Fishing (AM) on Julio 4, 2023
Took my wife and grandson fishing.  The tide was unfavorable so the bite wasn’t as strong as it could have been, but Captain...
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Charles G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
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5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great times!

VERIFICADO   Half Day First Responders (AM) on Enero 22, 2024
Captain will put you on the fish and tell you exactly what to do to catch them. Had an amazing time and caught multiple fish...
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Brian B.
Excellent
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Experiencia:
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Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun day on the water

VERIFICADO   Half Day – Backwater Fishing (PM) on Marzo 1, 2024
Jim was outstanding and was able to explain how to catch and land fish for our group of first timers. We’ll be back!!
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