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Meet The Captain

Captain James "Jim" Pollard is a USCG Licensed Master Captain and Pinellas County native, who has been fishing the waters of Tampa Bay and the Gulf of America since 1994. In 2017, Capt. Jim left a successful career in the restaurant and hospitality industry to pursue his passion for fishing and his dream of guiding clients in the waters he loves. Capt. Jim is dedicated to providing exceptional fishing experiences for every client; using top-of-the-line tackle, with a boat specifically designed with his clients’ experiences in mind. 


Capt. Jim and his family are avid outdoorsmen and women who hunt and fish their way from Montana to Costa Rica. On days when Capt. Jim isn't guiding clients, he can be still be found on the water with his family and dogs.

  • The Boat

    • 2015 24ft Avenger (Fully Rebuilt in 2021)
    • Custom Built Dual Station Tower 
    • 2023 Mercury 250HP Outboard Motor
    • Minn Kota 36v Trolling Motor 
    • Dual 10ft Minn Kota Raptor Shallow Water Anchors 
    • Garmin 12in and Garmin 9in Navigation System with Fish Finder and Side Scan Technology 
    • 55 Gallon Live Well with Two Pumps 
    • SafeFloor High Performance Marine Surfacing Throughout for Superior Slip Resistance and Comfort
    • Deck Gear Fighting Chair for Battling Large Tarpon/Gamefish
    • Two Yeti Coolers for Your Food/Beverages, and Ample Storage for Personal Items

  • The Tackle

    Inshore Setup:

    • Temple Fork Outfitters Rods - 7’6” 8-17 pound rod paired with Florida Fishing Products reels spooled with 15lb braided line

    Tarpon Setup:

    • Temple Fork Outfitters Rods - 8’ 50 pound rod paired with Daiwa BG 6500 reels spooled with 50lb braided line
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