Captain
Jim Loftus

Member since January 2016 Ramrod Key, United States
Background
I've basically been fishing my entire life. I started out as a freshwater fisherman fishing rivers and lakes and then when I moved to Florida I began fishing the saltwater flats, reefs and wrecks. After a successful career in the business world I began exploring the idea of becoming a charter captain/guide and started the process of obtaining my US Coast Guard License to pursue my true passion for fishing. I've been a licensed captain for the past 10 years and I am a full time guide in the lower Florida Keys where I reside. In addition to my USCG License, I am a guide member of the Lower Keys Guides Association – a guide member of the Florida Coastal Conservation Association, and an accredited captain of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary & Blue Star operator. I am also fully insured to operate as a for hire charter/guide service. I also believe in giving back to our country service men and women so I do donate trips to the Wounded Warrior Foundation.
Techniques
My preferred style of fishing is the back-country shallows, flats and near shore reefs and wrecks of the lower Florida Keys from Big Pine Key to Key West. The species I typically target depending on time of year and season is Tarpon-Bonefish-Permit-Sharks and Snappers. I prefer to fish live bait when possible but I am not opposed to fly and other techniques such as dead baiting and artificial lures. I have the option of using three different vessels depending on the type of fishing the client wants to do or the weather conditions permit: 16' Hewes Bonefisher with a 90 HP Yamaha 22' center console Panga with a 115 HP Evinrude

Hey, I'm Captain Jim Loftus

Ramrod Key, Verenigde Staten
Background
I've basically been fishing my entire life. I started out as a freshwater fisherman fishing rivers and lakes and then when I moved to Florida I began fishing the saltwater flats, reefs and wrecks. After a successful career in the business world I began exploring the idea of becoming a charter captain/guide and started the process of obtaining my US Coast Guard License to pursue my true passion for fishing. I've been a licensed captain for the past 10 years and I am a full time guide in the lower Florida Keys where I reside. In addition to my USCG License, I am a guide member of the Lower Keys Guides Association – a guide member of the Florida Coastal Conservation Association, and an accredited captain of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary & Blue Star operator. I am also fully insured to operate as a for hire charter/guide service. I also believe in giving back to our country service men and women so I do donate trips to the Wounded Warrior Foundation.
Techniques
My preferred style of fishing is the back-country shallows, flats and near shore reefs and wrecks of the lower Florida Keys from Big Pine Key to Key West. The species I typically target depending on time of year and season is Tarpon-Bonefish-Permit-Sharks and Snappers. I prefer to fish live bait when possible but I am not opposed to fly and other techniques such as dead baiting and artificial lures. I have the option of using three different vessels depending on the type of fishing the client wants to do or the weather conditions permit: 16' Hewes Bonefisher with a 90 HP Yamaha 22' center console Panga with a 115 HP Evinrude

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Excellent Learning Experience

GECONTROLEERD   Full Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry op December 20, 2021
Captain Jim was a great teacher. Our goal was to understand back-country fishing tips and tricks relative to kayak....
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This is the Guy!

GECONTROLEERD   Full Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry op November 11, 2022
Capt. Jim took us out for a 4 hour trip after our flights got postponed and our arrival delayed.ย  He was very flexible and...
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Cathy And John Clark
Miami, Florida
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Half day trip with Captain Jim

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry op Februari 25, 2022
Had a really great day fishing with Captain Jim today!! Caught 10 different species of fish! Limited out on some really nice...
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David P.
Catonsville, MD
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Fishing with Jim

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry op Januari 6, 2023
Captain Jim was the upmost professional fisherman and gentlemen. His knowledge and experience was what made the excursion...
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Jessica R.
Columbus, OH
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Half Day Trip

GECONTROLEERD   Half Day Trip โ€“ Backcountry op Mei 17, 2023
Captain Jim was fantastic! We had an absolutely amazing time. He was friendly and knowledgeable (and patient with a first-timer!)....
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