Boca Grande - Charlotte Harbor, Florida - Tarpon, Snook and
Redfish - light tackle and fly fishing charters with fishing guide Capt. Mark Bennett
I feel this in the most important page on
this website.
Without happy
clients I would not be here.
Graduation Trip!
I
just wanted to drop you a note now that I’m back
in Iowa to let you two know how special this 18th
birthday / graduation trip was for my son,
Cody. You welcomed us from the get go, the
conversation never faltered, and you were just a
pure pleasure to spend time with! Growing up in
Hawaii, I’ve caught my fair share of big fish
from the shore and from boats. I’ve NEVER
fought fish like I did with those tarpon. Wow!
They fought like dragons! To quote you, Mark,
“Yeah Man!" Cody was absolutely thrilled with
the experience too. As you know, we don’t get
fish like that here in Iowa. So the opportunity
to spend 2 days with you and really get after
those Silver Kings was just amazing. Truly.
I’ll be your evangelist here in Iowa; and
anywhere/how/who I can talk to about fishing
charters, it’ll be your name that I mention.
You guys are the best! Again, thank you for an
awesome time.
Thanks,
Jesse
Milligan
“Beyond excellent!!!!!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 24, 2015
Capt. Mark Bennett and wife Jenni run a class "A" guide business. If you want
the time of your life book your Tarpon trip with them. Mark definitely knows
where the fish are and will get in them straight away. Jenni is a fantastic
photographer and will email you your memories each day. They truly have a
passion for their work. The boat and equipment are the best and very well
maintained. Their knowledge of the area is limitless and they are very willing
to share it with you. If you want a holiday with no regrets book with Capt. Mark
and Jenni Bennett. They are living prove there is AWESOMENESS alive and well in
Florida.......
Sally Schwaesdall
Fishing for and catching tarpon
with Mark and Jenni was a pleasure. We fished all day and only saw two or three
other boats and those were at a distance that did not interfere with our
experience. Mark definitely knows his fishery and understands the local tarpon.
He was able to match the feeding habits of these tarpon perfectly. We kept a
tarpon on the line all day catching 5 large tarpon in one morning.
One of the best days fishing
that I have ever had. I will definitely remember this and will be back ASAP.
Once again thanks,
Mike Shealy
After seeing some large tarpon
on a trip to the Keys, I vowed to my son that we would catch one of those giant
fish. My promise turned out more difficult than expected until we found Captain
Mark and Jenni. Understanding that Boca Grande offered some of the best tarpon
fishing in the world, we booked several trips with other fishing guides but did
not even see a tarpon. However, when we fished with Captain Mark and Jenni we
spotted tarpon early in the day and we hooked up in no time. Clark jumped four
fish and landed one after about an hour long battle.
He will never forget this first
tarpon.
Thank you Captain Mark and Jenni!
Sincerely,
Randall and Clark Place
Thank you for making my dad's birthday a
day to remember.
Also thank Jenny for these great pictures and your expertise in guiding
us on a great tarpon fishing trip.
Also feel free to call me for more chocolates and coffee!
Sincerely,
Capt. Mark and Jenni,
It has been a couple of
weeks since we fished together and have really had time to collect my
thoughts, and let it soak in a little.
Let me start by telling
you what an incredible experience fishing with you two was. It is like the
two of you have some kind of intuition going that was really unbelievable. Jenni sees some fish, Mark is on them, Jenni is rigging, Capt. Mark holds
out his hand , Jenni places a rod in his hand, He casts , hands the rod to
me, and it is on!! And is it ever on! Then the verbal commands start. What
a pro! I have never fished with a guide (and I have fished all over the
world) that had as much knowledge, patience, and ability to teach you how to
be successful at catching and landing HUGE Tarpon. The whole time wonderful
Jenni shooting great images of the fight, re-enforcing Marks instructions,
and all the while encouraging you to hang in there.
It would be impossible
for me to convey to anyone what a life experience those four days were,
awesome fishing, lots of laughs, beautiful surroundings, and lifelong
friends, but we know what went down. I have told everyone I know about the 4
days in June, and now I’m sharing my thoughts with you.
If I could offer just
one piece of advice it would be to try to book at least two days, because
you are going to love fishing with these guys!
I plan to fish with you
guys for many years. I’m Hooked now.
John Gholson
Fort Worth, Texas
What
an amazing 3 days of fishing my brother and I have just experienced. Buck and I
caught 7 tarpon with chances of 5 more. We had the privilege of tarpon fishing
with Captain Mark Bennett and 1st Mate Jenni Bennett. The days were full of
fishing stories that could have only come from a guide with 20 plus years of
experience of fishing for tarpon from Homosassa to the Everglades. And the
stories were not just about catching the 'Silver Kings' and their behavior, but
also a love for guiding and those that mentored him and meeting people. Being
novices, you can guess how excited we were, but to my surprise, Mark and Jenni
were more excited than us. When the fish were spotted, it was as though Mark was
seeing them for the first time and everyday he had that same excitement and
enthusiasm.
His
presentation to the pod was right on each time and his maneuvering of the boat
with our fish on always kept the fish in front of the boat. He was as patient as
anyone with two people that had never done this and told us exactly what we
needed to do to land these monsters. There is no wonder why he is considered by
Sport Fishing Magazine the top tarpon guide in Boca Grande, Florida which makes
him one of the top captains in the world. But please consider he has the best
1st mate in Florida also. Jenni consistently spotted fish we could not see and
always had the rod baited with the bait of the day as well as steering the boat
when we were fighting fish. If that sounds to good to be true, also consider
she is a professional 'tarpon' photographer.
That's right, she also was taking pictures of every jump the fish made, the
enjoyment on our faces with a fish on and the release of the fish by Mark and
us. Her photographs are sought after by
sporting magazines from Texas to Florida. There is nothing more beautiful in
this world than a tarpon jumping out of the water and running off your line as
if that was the reason he was born.
There are very few people in
this life one meets that have the power to share a great and wonderful
experience with you. These two people truly share this kind of experience with
you.
Mark and Jenni, you truly made a
dream a reality for me.
Randy Howe
Guntersville, Al
"Capt. Mark is bar-none the most dedicated and
avid tarpon fisherman that
I've ever been associated with. I have never heard someone get so excited
about every single fish he catches. It's great to be around. And as
professional guides go, he and Jenni combine for a tandem that can't be
beat, both in numbers of fish caught and for a fun experience on the water
in-between bites (which isn't very often on a typical day with those two).
The best part is that his customers reap all the rewards -- and lifelong
memories -- of Mark's life spent chasing these beautiful and exciting game
fish, as we are the ones who get to enjoy every jump and bow to the silver
king on the other end of the line.
My dad, a lifetime native Florida angler, will never forget the first big
tarpon he caught at age 49 in 2002, with Capt. Mark. Then again, how can
he?! The photo that I took of him with that fish went on to become the cover
shot of the Sept/Oct 2002 edition of Sport Fishing magazine. That cover
hangs on the wall in his home today and for years to come to remind us all
of that incredible experience of what has become a typical day of 'poon
fishing with Capt. Mark Bennett. Now, at the start of every season, I'm
calling Mark begging him to take me tarpon fishing again. 'Just one more
shot, Mark.'... Problem is, word's out on him and he gets booked in a hurry.
My advice: Don't miss your shot. Call Mark and book a trip NOW."
Jason Cannon, managing editor, Sport
Fishing Magazine
I wanted to take a moment and thank you both for
the Tarpon trip of a lifetime. I could have never imagined a more exciting
trip in my wildest dreams. To say the trip was "Awesome" would be an
understatement. It was pure magic to witness the numbers of Tarpon you put
us onto. Seeing first hand the skill and knowledge you provide for your
clients was spectacular and left us with sore arms from fighting the "Silver
King". We will be back to do it all again... After our battered bodies
have recovered from fighting so many Tarpon. Sincerely,
Rod Luke, Custom Homes of Rotunda, Rotunda, FL
After fishing extensively in the
northeast (tuna & stripers) and S.E. Alaska (salmon & halibut) I moved
to Florida's gulf coast where the tarpon fishing is world class.
Fourteen years ago I was fortunate to have
had Capt. Mark Bennett recommended to me as a tarpon guide and I have
had no reason to search further. Capt. Bennett has consistently
put me on fish and has created productive days often at times when it
was obvious that other local guides were struggling.
Capt. Bennett is a man who has a
passion for tarpon and tarpon fishing and is on the local waters everyday
(even his "free days") in order to locate and obtain a better
understanding of this magnificent fish. This translates into a skill
level seen in few, and a hookup ratio envied by many.
For providing exceptional experiences
and lifetime memories thank you Mark.
JEFFREY MILLEY
To anyone who is looking for a top native Floridian guide to put you on fish
in the Boca Grande/Charlotte Harbor area I highly recommend Captain Mark
Bennett. I have fished all over the world and have not found a guide with
the personality, knowledge, first class tackle and boats, around the globe. The
fact is I have fished with Captain Mark for over twelve years now and
continue to book for both backcountry fishing as well as Mark's specialty,
Tarpon. I truly believe that Mark is part Tarpon, he knows how to read the
movements of the pods and puts you right on top of the fish without spooking
them, unlike most guides I previously fished with in the past...he always finds
the fish and the best part is that he refuses to join the cluster of boats in
Boca Grande Pass. I have fished with numerous guides in the Boca
Grande/Port Charlotte area who fished the pass and half the battle if and when
you hooked a tarpon was fighting the boat traffic not the fish. Mark
fishes along the beaches and the harbor area where the water is shallow and the
"Poons" have the opportunity to show their true acrobatic talents.
The backcountry fishing for snook and redfish is phenomenal with Mark, as well.
I highly recommend booking a scenic shallow water experience in this beautiful
area...nothing beats hearing a snook or redfish swallow your "whitebait" from
under the mangroves and battling it out in shallow water. So if you are heading
to the Boca Grande/Charlotte Harbor, Florida area and want a first class day on
the water make sure you contact Mark or if you have any questions do not
hesitate to call me in Indiana at
219-363-3488.
Tight Lines and Good Fishing! Todd Hudson
I have fished with Capt. Mark
the last couple of years and can't put it into words how great of a time we
had. Of course always getting out on the water is worth the trip, but we go
fishing to catch fish, and Mark definitely knows how to put you on the
fish. For instance, this past May we turned the corner at Little Gasparilla
pass and there were literally hundreds of tarpon rolling. We crept up on
them and within minutes had a fish on. You may ask why wouldn't you, or
say, of course, but when we arrived there were about three boats already
there and they could not even get fish to look at their bait. We ended up
losing the first one but went right to the same pod and immediately caught
another tarpon, and not just any tarpon, a 175 lbs. beauty. And again no
other boat even got a fish on. After a 45-50 min. fight we went back to the
same pod and caught another fish, well you get my point. Mark knows and
loves tarpon fishing, and if you want a guide with a passion for tarpon,
then Capt. Mark is your man.
Anonymous E-mail received 5/22/2002:
Subject: Dues Unpaid?
Is
it a curse? Dues unpaid? I haven't done enough wrong to be sentenced to year
after year of watching you demoralize every guide I've chartered! You changed
boats, changed mates, I fished with you a couple years back with some brawny
long haired bearded Florida boy, a little intimidated to do the right thing just
in his presence, but that changed when we boated more tarpon than the entire
party of 15 boats put together! Who was that Mate!!!! I thought for sure he
would be doing this kind of thing right beside you? You really rode his ass
hard! Any way I wanted to tell you that the day with you and your mate changed
the way I see people and its all to yours and his credit! I am no longer with
Berkley and my health will prevent another season down south. Don't change!!!!
Reply to sender:
I remember the day you fished with me. It
truly was a great day. Large group trips like that one for are not
really my style. Contrary to popular belief, fancy boats, shirts and corporate
sponsorships don't catch tarpon. Like my daddy always said "money can't
buy you love". This especially holds true with tarpon.
Thanks for
the letter of encouragement,
Capt. Mark Bennett
I cannot thank you enough Mark for helping to create a lifetime memory of
exhilaration and joy. The sheer amazement watching the physical ability of a
Tarpon flying through the air with reckless abandon, attached to the other end
of the line held by my pole shall forever be burned into my memory.
An experience of a lifetime, which I will now look forward to one day sharing
with my children when they are ready to hunt the the most incredible fish in the
world with the best guide in the world.
You and Jenni were both great. I very much look forward to seeing the pictures
Jenni was able to take. Please forward whenever you have time.........
I hope to see you next year about the same time........ to create another memory
of a lifetime.
Best Regards,
Keith Foley
Capt's Mark and Jenni,
Hello, We had the
opportunity to fish with you back in May. We had a really great
time fishing with you two. We were very impressed with how well you two work
together.
Mark I got to hand it
to you, you really know them fish! I remember we went out in the harbor out
off of Burnt Store and we looked and looked but never could find them. So
you took us back to where some boats were and there were poons there. You
slipped right up in there and in a matter of minutes I had one on. What
impressed us most was you know exactly where to throw. I know by looking at
the rigs and watching you throw them it cant be very easy, let alone putting
it right where you want it. I ended up having 1 get off, catching a nice
cobia, then landing a real nice poon. A lot of guides would never have done
what you did then, leave fish to find fish. You had a feeling they would be
back out in the harbor off Burnt so away we went. You threw out and as usual
within minutes bam. This fish was a monster it was awesome! The best thing
was it was my wife Tonya's turn. Needless to say she fought for some time
and a big bull shark ended up getting after it and frayed the leader and it
got off. You and Jenni both reckoned it to be 180 lbs class fish. The good
thing is now she's addicted and wants to go back and try again to get one to
the boat!
We received Jenni's
photos about a month ago and were amazed! Really great pictures. I thought
we took some good ones till I saw yours.
We will be giving you a
call and setting something up for May again.
Todd and Tonya Aurand
Fort Wayne IN
Dear Mark and Jenni,
Charlie and I wanted to
thank you for the tarpon trip. We enjoyed it very much. Your
professionalism and dedication to catching fish goes above and beyond many
others we have taken trips with. You make a great team. It was a trip that we
both will always remember, especially Charlie as this was his first tarpon. Good
luck to both of you and many thanks!
Jill and Charlie Griner-Watson
I had the pleasure of battling silver kings once
again with Capt. Mark Bennett this past June. Reflecting back, it is difficult
to describe completely the experience and do it proper justice. Difficult,
because tarpon fishing with Capt. Mark is such a unique adventure and unlike any
other fishing I have ever experienced. From the anticipation building spot and
stalk, to the thunderous hook up, to the unparalleled acrobatic jumps right on
down to the after battle exhaustion. It all adds up to making the tarpon
experience with Capt. Mark unlike any fishing I have ever done before in my
life. I say fishing, but honestly, it is very akin to hunting in every
sense of the word. There is no blind casting, no trolling, no wishful
thinking that maybe there is a fish in the area. No. Capt. Mark goes
where the fish are. True there are other guides that try to use the same
tactics, but here is where the difference between Capt. Mark and others becomes
readily apparent. Capt. Mark is not your run of the mill guide, he is a
tarpon expert. It is rumored among the locals (and deservedly so) that
Mark has gills. He has a passion for and knowledge of tarpon that is
second to none. The intensity that he pursues these beasts is incredible.
It is nothing short of remarkable to watch him meticulously read a pod of
tarpon, then pick the right spot and time to present the bait to them. This
knowledge, coupled with a well maintained boat, top of the line tackle and an
intimate feel of the area is what makes fishing with Capt Mark the ultimate
tarpon experience. To put it simple, the Boca Grande/Charlotte Harbor area
is the tarpon capital of the world and Capt. Mark Bennett is the absolute best
guide around. Whether it is a once in a lifetime quest or if you are
looking for a perennial adventure Capt. Mark is the only way to go!
Jim Armstrong, Kentucky
Capt. Mark and Jenni,
We've been on the water with you
twice now and it gets better every time. We have never witnessed a fishing
guide team who shows passion, pride, professionalism and skill as much as you
two. We have fished with numerous guides from British Columbia for salmon
and halibut, to the keys for Dolphin and Wahoo, but have never met dedicated
experts like you two who enjoy being out there as much as the clients. In
fact, the first time we fished with you a few years ago the tarpon were still
all around us when it was time to go, but you and Jenni wouldn't leave until the
bite shut down. You made a point to have the best gear and you let us fish
with minimal assistance or coaching unless you were asked or it was needed.
Many guides are all about bringing in the fish to brag with photos and actually
get upset if you lose a fish...Not Mark and Jenni. You guys want your
customers to experience the whole ride. In fact, I think you love watching
someone hook their first tarpon. Sort of like watching a kid see Disney or
Christmas for the first time. It's just icing on the cake if the fish
comes boat side. Thanks again for the fishing trip of a lifetime and we
will definitely see you next season. Also thanks Jenni for the amazing
photos of our epic battles...can't wait to frame them!!!
Kai-Wei and Kristin Chung, Orlando, FL
I wanted to thank you both
for yet another awesome Tarpon adventure in the waters around Boca Grande. As
the coordinator for huntingforums.com, Tarpon hunts; it’s always my goal to book
my guys with the best Tarpon guides in SW Florida. The reports from each of my
anglers this year was again unbelievable. Without exception you were the
angler’s favorite. Deer hunters can be an intense bunch and demand the same
intensity from their guides. As usual, my guys knew they were fishing with the
most intense Tarpon guide there is when they were in your boat. Your passion and
knowledge of these fish seemed to again, be the dominate reason our guys were
flying Tarpon while other boats never hooked up and had to watch us catch
Tarpon. In case you hadn’t heard the total number of Tarpon hooked that weekend
was 61!! 42 of which were hooked from your boat! Those are phenomenal numbers
that left my guys with sore biceps and memories they will never forget! Thanks
again for making the 3rd annual “Tarpon Hunt” such a phenomenal
success. You guys ROCK!
Rod Luke,
www.huntingforums.com
I've had a couple weeks now to reflect on my
Tarpon trip and wanted to share with you my thoughts. It became very evident why
you are so successful. Being a guide myself, I understand what is involved. Your
skills and techniques are very polished and I do not know if I will ever meet
someone as passionate about something as you are with Tarpon. Your passion is
contagious and I'm certainly hooked for life. You certainly know what you are
doing and it is blatantly obvious that you are "the man" when it come to Tarpon
fishing on the Gulf Coast. I cannot imagine why someone would want to pursue
Tarpon any other way than the way you and Jenni do. The way you spot and stalk a
pod of Tarpon is worth the trip alone. And once the fish are presented the bait
or lure, anticipation sets in and the adrenaline soon follows, as it is required
to fight such a powerful fish. I don't know who got more excited when we hooked
up, you or us. These fish are amazing fighters. I'm certain I will never hook up
with another fish that will display, fight and play like a Tarpon. Simply
unbelievable.
And Jenni, your reputation proceeded you by mouth and by way of your work.
Your photography is wonderful and can't wait to see what you captured during
our trip.
My dad and I would like to thank you for a wonderful outing, as he realized
something he has dreamed about doing for years and I've developed a new
addiction. I plan to make Tarpon a yearly adventure with you. I will recommend
you without hesitation to anyone looking to Tarpon fish! Thanks for a wonderful
trip and helping us make some lasting memories. You and Jenni are first class.
Feel free to use me as a reference any time.
Good Hunting,
Bill Cartwright
www.WesternKentuckyOutdoors.com
Capt, Mark,
Its July one and the countdown
to this years tarpon fun for us
at America's Outdoorsman
continues. In 05 I sat in a
similar position dreaming of
tarpon and feeling the strength
of the silver king. In those
days I wondered, "will I catch
one". Today, I have no doubt
that my scheduled 06 July trip
with you and Jenni will produce
another incredible fishing
event, that includes a tired
fisherman and huge tarpon.
Without fail, you have always
produced spectacular days on the
water for me and my buddies.
I
have been privileged over the
years to fish and hunt many
places and as a guide myself I
tend to grade the experience on
the passion and tenacity and
knowledge, of the guide I am
with. You sir, are tops in that
regard, and put fish after fish
in front of us every time we
come.. I have watched you hook
up when no one was hooking, and
even spent a day 6-7 100 lb +
fish deep when the whole of Boca
Grande Pass was filled with
tourney boats that only
mustered one baby tarpon to win
their contest. All the while we
worked pods and got tight on big
poons while the pack watched in
awe. Got to love it when that
happens! Your are a tarpon
fishing genius Capt. Mark
Bennett and I look forward to
the next learning curve on
tarpon from you Baitbuster
Mayhem in July!!! We will see
you soon friend!
If
you are browsing around the net
getting ready to try tarpon look
no further this man is the best
out there. Simple as that.
John
Coit
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Captain Mark,
Thanks again to you and Jenni for truly a trip of a lifetime!
Unbelievable!
I've been waiting a lot of years to make a Tarpon trip as it was so
important to me, I wanted it to be a good one. Well I didn't get a
good one, I got a GREAT one!
You and Jenni are great guides...and seriously, I'd say that even if
we had not hooked so many Tarpon I lost count!
You two work very well together and it was a pleasure to fish with
both of you.
Thanks again for a great trip. Oh, and "see you next year...in AUGUST!!!"
Ed Novak
Mark,
Hope you're enjoying some well
deserved time off. I just wanted
to drop you a note to say thanks
for all you and Jenni did for Ed
and I Monday thru Wednesday.
My fishing buddies back here in
the Midwest are all jealous as
hell. You run a 1st class
operation and the testimonials
on your web site are right on
the money. Some of the photos we
took are great but I can't wait
to see Jenni's. After 3 days of
fighting 100# plus tarpon my
trip to Idaho for trout next
month will pale in comparison.
Hope you have some dates
available for August of 2008.
I'm sure this will be an annual
trip for Ed and I. Like Ed
said the only way to describe
the action you gave us is to
tell people that we honestly
couldn't keep track of all the
hookups and fish landed. When
you can say that about 50 to 180
pound fish it says it all.
Thanks again for all your
patience, help, and friendship.
It truly was
the trip of a lifetime and the
memories will last that long.
Sincerely,
Mike Reny
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Mark and Jenni,
I would like to thank you
for our first and definitely not final Tarpon trip. You truly exceeded our
expectations; very rarely do you meet someone as passionate about something
as you are about tarpon fishing. Once again thanks for everything those
couple of days.
I thought it was a great
gesture to come over and take a few pics of Ben with his first tarpon that
meant a lot to him.
Hope to see you in
August!
Thanks,
Matt Leech
Northeast Sales Manager
Formetco
Mark and Jenni,
Just made in home and we still can't wipe
the smiles off our faces. It was truly
a great adventure fishing with you both. Beth's fish will forever be brought up
in the many stories
of how she out fished me, and that line peeling run towards the beach. As it
should be! Thank you so much for sharing your time with us.
Hope to see you both again soon.
Tight Lines
Rod and Beth
The fishing trip of a lifetime!
What a wonderful trip! The pictures were
amazing! I was so thrilled to hear the kids tell their stories.
Greatest fishing we've ever experienced.
Thank you both so much it was incredible
May the fish always be on!
Susan Thoss
Dear Mark and Jenni,
Since it's been a few months since we were on the water
together, I thought it was high time to take a few minutes and thank you
both for the four days Patrick and I fished with you. When someone, like
myself, is truly passionate about sport fishing, and only has 10 or
perhaps 15 days each year to fish quality water, all hopes go into their
captain and crew. What I found in both of you was two people as passionate
as I was, each and every minute we were fishing. I have never been on a
charter boat with a captain or crew that matched your collective drive and
enthusiasm. I took note every morning of new leaders tied on every rod,
every drag being smooth, every hook sticky sharp. I know there's only one
way to go after fish like tarpon; that's the right way. Overlooking the
smallest detail usually results in disappointment. That's what made fishing
with you great; you leave nothing to chance, you see that everything within
your control is done the way it should be. I also need to mention that I
have never seen anyone "read" their target species as well as you. You
almost seemed to know which way the fish would turn, seemed to know if they
would or wouldn't bite. Really nothing short of amazing in my
opinion.
Of course, the cherry on top of all of this is that you both are so nice to
be with. When you spend four days together on a small boat, you get to know
someone by the end of the trip. Plain and simple, you guys are just fun to
be with. Factor the wonderful fighting ability of the tarpon into the
equation, and it makes for a truly unforgettable experience. I couldn't
think of any way to improve on our time together.
Thanks so very much, and stay well.
Jon Africano & Pat Benson
Wayne, NJ
I want to let you know what a great time we had. Dad
and I have been going on fishing trips for many years including numerous
visits to Canada, Alaska, Cabo San Lucas, Belize, and the Keys. This
was the best trip ever. The large number of very big fish was
outstanding. We also appreciate your well organized and professional
approach to everything.
Thank you again,
Paul Kleinen
Capt. Mark and Jenni,
I am a little late on this but just wanted to say thank you
very much. My family and I had one of the best vacations we have ever had
thanks to you. By thanks to you I am referring to your dedication to me and my
family as a charter and even most importantly giving me this trip for free
because I was returning from Iraq. We would have never considered something
like this as a fun family event. You and Jenni are truly wonderful people. I
have met many people in my travels and very few would I say have the genuine
concern for others that you display. An instance I am talking about is taking
the time out of normal Tarpon Fishing to put my daughter and her friend on
something they could catch. Of course I enjoyed catching a 125 pound tarpon,
however, as a father it was much more important after 15 months in Iraq to see
my family happy!
THANKS!!! Best wishes to both of you.
Sergeant Rick Shannon
1-15th Infantry Regiment/Stay Dragon
Dear Captain Mark,
Just a word of thanks for two great
days of back water fishing. Cari and I are avid fishermen—we got engaged 22
years ago while fishing. I've fished with many good guides from coast to
coast and in Mexico and Puerto Rico. The days we spent with you catching
snook, reds and speckled trout in the back waters off of Boca Grande were
great. I can say without hesitation that you are the most knowledgeable,
competent, best and most fun guide I've ever had the pleasure of fishing
with. Some guides have to always pretend to be tough guys—who can do no
wrong. It was a pleasure to fish with somebody who not only knows what he
is doing, but who readily admits to learning his trade from years of trial
and error, making the same mistakes we all have—and being able to laugh
about it too. You helped bring
professional fishing down to the level of a regular guy
and his wife. I
will be back—for many years hopefully—but for sure in
August to chase the big
"Silver Kings."
Until then, keep catching 'em and
keep laughing. See you soon.
Mark LaRose, Chicago
P.S. We fed 25 people fresh Trout,
Snook and Redfish cooked 6 different ways!
Hey Mark,
Just wanted to drop you a line after our trip yesterday.
Much thanks to you and your wife for giving me such a special day
on the water with my son. It wasn't just the fact that we caught fish
until our arms fell off, or even that huge redfish we took; those were just
bonuses.
It was the privilege of spending the day with a world class guide and terrific
person, in a spectacular place.
A magical day for sure.
All the best, and hope to see you again next year.
Very truly yours,
Carl Quance
If you are interested in world class tarpon
fishing with world class fishing guides then you must book a trip with Capt.
Mark Bennett. I grew up fishing and have used many guides when fishing for
species that I have never caught before. I have been with the worst and the best
and believe me…. Mark and Jenni are at the top, hands down. You will not find
anyone else who can consistently find tarpon and stay on them until you hook up.
I’ve fished with them several times and hot or cold we have always hooked up.
Above all else, Mark and Jenni are genuine people who practice sound
conservation and put fish and their clients first.
Thanks Mark and Jenni for your hard work and such an
awesome time.
Regards,
Daniel Evans
If anyone wants to call me for a reference please don’t
hesitate: (214) 796-8306
Captain Mark
and Jenni,
I just wanted
to tell you what a great time I had fishing with you guys on May 30th and
May 31st. As you may recall, I was your novice fisherman. But after Sunday
and 3 tarpon later I am at the very least no longer novice. More
importantly, I now have the fishing bug. There is not a better feeling than
when you have hooked a big one and then watch them fly in the air!!! I would
highly recommend you to anyone and will certainly be returning with some
buddies to enjoy the experience of fishing with the "Tarpon Whisperer."
Sunday was a great day with Adam catching 2 big tarpon and between us 5
total with 11 or 12 hooked. Anyway I can't wait to see the pictures Jenni
took. I hope to see you guys soon and certainly will continue to
recommend you guys to anyone who wants to catch Tarpon.
Sincerely,
Joe York
"Capt. Mark gave us the Tarpon fishing experience
of a lifetime. We had hookups while the other boats were wondering
what happened to the bite. His professionalism and knowledge of the
local waters made for a terrific sport fishing experience!"
It was an awesome day on the water and one I won't forget. Y'all are
the best. BTW: The pictures are
fantastic! Thank you very much!
Adam H. Putnam U.S. Congressman
Captain Mark,
Thank you again for an amazing
trip. I must say I have been very fortunate to have had the opportunity to fish
in many spectacular places and catch some great game fish. All the while making
memories I will never forget. Having guided trips for friends and been a deck
hand throughout many of my earlier years, I know first hand how challenging it
is to successfully provide people with a memorable trip.
A great captain understands
what it takes to consistently provide people with this kind of experience. In
my opinion, the success of a trip is derived from doing the little things right,
which all too often go unnoticed. It’s the little things that separate the
great captains from the average Joes. It’s being able to spot the subtle
indications that reveal game fish, providing meticulous attention to detail with
regard to tackle preparation, and proper boat positioning. It’s being dedicated
and maintaining focus - so that when an opportunity presents itself, you
capitalize with a hookup. Lastly and most significantly, it is truly guiding
the people you are fishing, and allowing them to share in and enjoy the
adventure.
You have mastered everything
mentioned above. In my mind, you are perhaps the best captain I have ever had
the pleasure of fishing with. While I know that is a bold statement to make,
it’s also quite apparent you and Jenni have created without a doubt, one of the
top charter operations in Florida. Personally, fishing with y’all is more like
fishing with old friends, and I really appreciate that. I am looking forward to
next year.
Sincerely,
Mike Tenini
I would like to thank you for a
wonderful tarpon fishing trip. We went out early on a Saturday morning
myself and my 12 year old son. Capt Mark and his wife Jenni were wonderful
hosts and were very supportive of my son. We initially hooked a 50lb tarpon
amongst 20 other boats that were catching nothing, unfortunately as we
pulled the fish in {my son was pulling} a 9 foot bull shark stole the catch
at the last moment. We continued to fish and if it were not for the great
expertise and knowledge that Capt Mark has we would have caught nothing. In
the last hour when I was ready to give up Capt. Mark persisted and my son
hooked a big fish that weighed as much as himself. Capt. Mark assisted from
afar and let my son reel in this 90 lb tarpon, a once in a lifetime thrill
for my son and myself. Thanks again Capt. Mark
Ken Blau
Sarasota, FL
Capt.
Mark & Jenni,
Elena & I just wanted to let you both know
how much we appreciated the three days we spent with you two in pursuit of the
greatest fish on earth. Working in a similar field as a hunting outfitter I
knew from the first prompt response I got from you via the email that you had
your act together. The pre-trip preparation is half the fun. And you made it
even easier by providing us with all the info we needed when it came to places
to stay & equipment to bring. We have fished all over the world with many
professional fishing guides. But I can say with no hesitation, your fishing
operation is the “Best” we have ever fished with! Starting the first morning at
the ramp, there was no dilly-dallying around the dock. One of the main reasons
was, we were the first ones there (5:30 am) & guess who was first on the fish?
As we pulled up on the first spot to “listen” for the fish, I’ll admit I was a
bit apprehensive. Here we are in the dark, in a large body of water with no
noticeable difference from the rest of the huge expanse of water around us doing
something none of the other fishing guides I had fished with had ever done? And
then I heard the fish! Then we started seeing fish! With in a short time I was
hooked up with a Tarpon! As a young man I use to watch The American Sportsman,
hosted by the late Curt Gowdy. Standing on the front of your boat hooked up
with a flying tarpon screaming line off the reel flashed me back to that time
from my youth. And as the fight was completed with a successful release of my
first ever tarpon, I had to fight back the tears of a childhood dream that had
just been realized & shared with my bride. This dream was realized because of
your dedication to what you and Jenni do so well! Fishing with you all is an
adventure I would recommend to anyone willing to listen. I would recommend they
book more than one day. You guys
took us to the bay the first two days. And then out to the beaches off of Boca
Grande the third day. It was like two different fishing experiences. What a
beautiful area you have been blessed with to call home. I think the tarpon
caught total was fifteen. Elena & I both caught the largest fish of our lives on
this trip! Three of these fish were over the 120lb mark. After the first one I
learned to listen to Jenni and use the fighting belt. Feel the Burn! And our
complete fishing adventure was professionally photographed by Jenni. Jenni,
thank you for the magnificent photos, every time I look at them I get a big
smile on my face. In closing, I will give the following advice. If you want to
go fishing in one of the most beautiful areas in the world with the “BEST”
Tarpon guides, Capt. Mark & Jenni Bennett are your only choice.
Thanks again for a wonderful adventure!
Mike & Elena Connett
“Wide Rack” Outfitting, Ohio
www.widerack.com
Capt. Mark and Jenni,
I hope all is well with you guys in sunny
Florida, we are all back in the rainy cold wet UK just the usual for us.
Firstly I would just like to pass on my sincere thanks to you and Mark for such
a memorable days tarpon fishing, it was the highlight of our holiday for us
boys, and the wives were getting slightly jaded of our stories and how our
catches seemed to grow in size over the 2 weeks.
Once again many thanks and we hope to join you again one day.
Best Regards,
MAC & Ryan
Hello Jenni and Mark,
We have been back home now for a week and things have settled back into a
routine again.. Just wanted to let you guys know that Jackie and I had the best
time fishing with you. It was so much fun for me watching Jackie battle her
first fish ever and then tangle with huge tarpon. She loved it and we can not
wait to return to do it again. The pictures are absolutely awesome. We are
having a hard time deciding which ones to get. Can't wait to come fish with you
guys again. Well keep in touch and we will talk to you soon. Once again,
thanks for everything. The two of you truly made this one of the most
memorable experiences of Jackie and my fishing careers.
Brad Whitfield
Hi
Jenni and Mark,
I
really enjoyed fishing with you folks. Thanks to you I have a new
personal best for sighted tarpon, tarpon bites and tarpon caught in one day.
Thank you very much!
Your knowledge, experience,
desire to catch tarpon and terrific team work, clearly demonstrated by
caught tarpon, make you the BEST! tarpon guides, by far!
I will
look forward to fishing with you again next year,
L.G. Couch
Melbourne, FL
Mark /
Jenni,
Wanted to
drop you guys a quick line and thank you again for the experience
yesterday. I've fished all my days and never have I hooked into beasts
like the ones you put us on yesterday.
I now
completely understand your love for this type of fishing and for the
Tarpon.
You guys
keep up the good work and I'm sure we'll meet again.
Thanks
Again,
Harold
Schoen
Capt Mark,
I enjoyed our trip today very much. First Tarpon, won't be
my last. I'll have to go again, maybe next year. This will be one of the few
times that I won't have to worry about finding a good guide. I found one. If
you can send the pictures my way, I'll make my friends jealous. I'll
probably even show them to people I don't like.
Thanks again,
Aaron Gann, D7 Waterproofing
Mark & Jenni,
I wanted to thank you for the best fishing
experience of my life. Words aren't justice for this experience. Your
professionalism was awesome. I did a morning trip and was able to pull up jump
on your boat and with in an hour we were reeling in a massive Tarpon. This was
my first ever Tarpon trip and with your expertise and knowledge I was able to
land two out of three fish. You and Jenni made this trip a true relaxing
adventure. This trip is one I know I will never forget. You will be the first
name and number I give when friends and family are wanting a fishing trip of a
lifetime. 6/3/2010
Jason Buck
Illusions of Tampa Bay (photography)
Dover, FL
Mark and Jenni,
Thanks so much for providing Jim & I with
the best charter (hands down) I have ever had. No one could have worked
harder than you two to put fish on the line. Every moment on the water with
you guys was a lesson in tarpon fishing 101. I can't imagine anyone more
proficient and capable than you and Jenni.
The photo's Jenni shared with us, were out
of this world!
Thank
you so much,
Larry Pidkowa
Mark and Jenni,I had the BEST time on Sunday with you! I also was
reading the Sport Fishing Magazine that has the tarpon articles in it and
saw that they mentioned you and your fishing philosophies! Very cool...read
that on my way home.
Dying to see the pics from May 30th - Bill and me April.
We will see you next year for sure- I told Gary that when
I hooked that one it was better than skydiving or even the shark diving we
did...the one on one thing....and thank you Jenni for being right behind
me!!!
I will be even more ready next year!
April Sleigh
Hey Mark & Jenni
Thanks for the trip on May 8th & 9th. You two make a
great team - like watching two surgeons in an operating room!
Hopefully we'll be able to get back down next year.
Does Jenni sell the pictures she takes? (ours didn't
come out too good and these are definitely the biggest fish we've
ever caught!)
Thanks,
Todd Higgins
Suzanne Karapashev
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Mark and Jenni,
I just wanted to say it was nice meeting both of
you, and getting to spend some time in your world of Tarpon.
I feel we went beyond the norm, by catching and
releasing three really awesome fish, in such a short period of time. I couldn't
have been more pleased with the results.
I had an absolute blast!
It amazes me how powerful, and how acrobatic these Tarpon are. They are capable
of almost anything.
My right arm is still a little sore.
I just want to say thanks to both of you for showing me such a good time. I
appreciate it.
This is something I will never forget and hope to do again real soon.
Cheers!
John Paulus
05/26/2010Hi Mark, Just a note to say "thanks" to you and Jenni for a great
fishing trip. Your professionalism and genuine concern for our having a
great time is sincerely appreciated. If anytime you want to use me as a
reference go right ahead. I would be happy to put in a good word for you.
I was impressed after the backwater trip and totally impressed after the
tarpon trip. I have taken a number of guided trips and yours has to rank at
the top.
Sincerely,
Doug Cole
04/19/2011
Hi Mark: Mike and I wanted to say "thanks" for
the great fishing trip today. You and your wonderful wife made our day a memory
to remember for a long time. Your willingness to go the "extra mile" to insure
our pleasure and satisfaction is commendable in this world of ho-hum service.
We are looking forward to seeing you again in
early June.
Doug Cole
Great Trip with Unbelievable
People!
I just wanted to write and thank
you guys from the bottom of my heart for a truly unbelievable trip. For us
it's not about the quantity of fish you catch it's so much more than that!!
We have come to fall in love with the Boca Grande area and the truly
unbelievable fishery you guys have. Being die hard King Mackerel fisherman
our entire lives for some reason this past year has been all about trying to
catch the elusive "Silver King"!! Our hats are off to you guys because you
made this happen for us!!! From our conversations on the phone , to your
boat, to your equipment , and Ms. Jenni being so organized, you guys are 1st
class! My husband still is saying I need to take pointers from
her-LOL! Being in the charter business ourselves we know how you want to
make every trip great, and you guys did this for us. After going with the
"other guys" in the area, WOW you blow them out of the water! My husband
being a past Pro Fisherman it seemed to us the other charter captains
belittled him as if he had never fished before- you did the opposite,
you gave him some good guidance and let him go at it. You guys were exactly
what we had been looking for in a charter. I've heard him talking on his
cell phone for the past two days about the trip, how great you guys were
and how you seemed to really care! Just like when we had landed 2 and time
was running out and you see another pod of Tarpon and you made one
last
attempt to hook them up so I had the chance to battle a Tarpon when you
could have just as easily taken us home . This truly impressed me and the
fact all those other guys didn't hook half what we did!! I think they were
all there to watch you-Haha!! We have fished on charters so many places-Key
West, Bahamas, St. Kitts, Jamaica, Aruba, and never once have I sent an
email thanking a captain, but I could not pass up this opportunity!! I told
my husband after Saturday it was the best trip we had ever been on, plus I
thought I was falling in love with Tarpon fishing. Needless to say we all
had permanent grins plastered on our faces the rest of the day. I enclosed
some pics we snapped that day, not nearly as good as some of Jenni's I've
seen on your website, but I thought you might like to have them. We are
looking at buying a place down there so we will definitely be back-sooner
the better for me (Possibly September)! Next time maybe our daughter will
have the courage to grab a rod- her comment was "Mom, I would have been
shark bait. Those fish would have pulled me in!!" Needless to say she asked
when were we coming back.....
Once again THANKS you do not know
how excited I was that we hooked 6 fish and landed 3, but you let us be
us! You guys are great people, coaches and fisherman and we can't wait to
take the water again with you! Anytime you want to visit NC let us know we
own condos on the beach of the NC Coast and we would love to have you guys
as our guest!!
PS- So funny to look at these pics,
Mark's smile was as big as ours in every picture, just like he caught the
fish-you guys are the best!!
Thanks and good luck with the
rest of your season!!
When it
comes to fishing, I can take it or leave it…now, I mostly leave it. About a year
ago, my dad mentioned he saw a television program about tarpon fishing in Boca
Grande, Florida. We have talked for at least thirty-five years about going to
Boca; after every discussion, my dad soon dropped the idea. This time I was
determined to get him over there. You see, he has fished for tarpon many times
in Louisiana and has hooked plenty. The key word is “hooked.” He never landed
one. I started searching for a guide on the Internet and came across a website
that
caught my eye,
www.tarponsnook.com. There were several things on Captain Mark Bennett’s
website that I found
interesting. The first thing was he
doesn’t fish in the pass. Second, he was featured in Sport Fishing Magazine. He
is also involved in Florida’s Tarpon Genetic Research Program, having submitted
the most DNA samples last
year according to the
State of Florida website. Finally, he is a full-time guide.
I called
Captain Mark and had a nice conversation. He answered all of my questions and
even sent me information on hotels and restaurants in the area. In my mind, I
had the right guide. The only problem now was that I knew if I gave the
information to my dad, he would drop it. So my wife and I decided to book a trip
for three days in June and bring my mom and dad. We informed them of the trip
just
before departure.
Within
about one hour on the first fishing day, my previous idea that I had found the
right guide was confirmed. Captain Mark kept us on the fish. Even when we lost
sight of the pods, he would reposition the boat where they would resurface. The
first day we hooked five or six. The second day my dad landed his first tarpon
at 74 years old.
On the third day,
he helped my wife land her first tarpon after she hooked it. Altogether
we landed three tarpon. Captain Mark is wonderful, but he is only half the
team. His wife, Jenni, joins him as his mate. The teamwork between these two is
amazing. They speak very little to one another while in fishing mode. As soon as
Captain Mark puts his hand out, Jenni is handing him a freshly baited rod and
grabbing the used one. They have
good
quality equipment and know what to do with it.
My dad is
not an easy person to please, so for him to thoroughly enjoy himself is a feat.
In fact, he enjoyed himself so much he brought a friend for another excursion
two months later. During this trip, they landed six tarpon.
Because of Captain
Mark and Jenni’s teamwork, excellent equipment, and their concern for the
environment through the Research Program, we will not consider anyone
else for our next tarpon
fishing trip. I highly recommend anyone
with interest in tarpon fishing to
give Captain Mark and
Jenni a call!
Matt J. Cheramie
Cut Off, LA
Matt,
Towards the end of
the second trip when we were about to head in for the day, your Dad said
something to me that I will never forget. After almost 20 years as a
guide, I have never had anyone give me such a great compliment.
He said, "Mark we
know fishing, not tarpon fishing, but we know fishing. We have fished our
whole lives. I fished with a lot of guides all over. They all tell me how
good they are. How they did this or they did that. You didn't do that.
You
showed me how good you are."
His words mean a lot
to me and will stay with me forever.
It was great spending
time and getting to know your family. I hope to see you guys again soon.
Capt. Mark Bennett
Dear Capt. Mark and Jenni,
Attached is my tribute to the wonderful time you showed my husband Bob
and daughter Jennifer during our recent trip at the end of June......Bob
talks nothing but about the trip. It was truly the best experience in his 60
years of fishing. Attached is his favorite picture which now proudly hangs
framed on our entrance wall for all to see. I can not thank you both
enough for your dedication in making the trip successful (both last year and
this year.) I'm sure we will see you next summer, too.
T'was the night before the tarpon trip was to begin,
And I was trying to get some rest at the Veranda Inn.
When what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But the shadow of my husband who seemed filled with fear.
What if it gets off or just don’t even catch one?
What if I go back to Pennsylvania without landing a tarpon?
What if I can’t handle a big one with this old “bod”?
What
if panic and “jerk the rod”?
“Relax,” I consoled. “Just go and have fun.’
“Capt. Mark will make sure you land a tarpon.”
And sure enough Capt. Mark and his first mate Jenni,
Steered through the waters and found tarpon, a many.
With first mate Jenni’s help and Capt. Mark’s expertise,
My husband boated the silver king, not one, not two, but three.
A
140 pounder was the biggest one caught,
And everyday I still hear how hard it fought.
And everyday I hear about that trip to catch tarpon,
But mostly I hear of how the Capt. Mark and Jenni are better than anyone.
So thank you to the Bennett's for making my husband achieve his dream,
For now I look into his eyes I see no fear only gleam.
So for tarpon success see Capt. Mark and Jenni,
Because their superior talents and skills by far out rank any.
Sincerely,
Linda Hoenstine
Tarpon fisherman’s wife
P.S. This is my way of thanking the Bennetts (you can't make
this stuff up!)
Captain Mark,
We had a great time
--- highlight of our vacation and a lot of stories to be told. I
have learned over the years that our stories only get better over
time as we refine and embellish. My Captain Mark adventure is a
sure winner.
By the way, during the trip you told us that you were at 100 tagged
tarpon and said that we would be 101. So, that is my story and I am
sticking to it.....So from Boca 101 to you, enjoy the photos.
We will be in touch....Thanks again
April 2011
Mark, I just wanted to thank you and Jenni for a great day
on the water. My kids will never forget catching their first tarpon and the
both of you did a great job. I have been fishing for a long time and have
been on many charters, you guys were fun to fish with and down to earth.
If there is anyone in Boca Grande that knows tarpon
fishing, Captain Mark Bennett is the one!!!
Many Thanks,
Freddy St. Laurent
Mark & Jenni,
Couldn't have asked for a better weekend tarpon fishing with
you guys, you're a great team together and it's nice to see how passionate you
are about what you do. We do a lot of fishing at home, but it's going to be hard to
beat the tarpon fishing experience!! Can't wait to come back and try our luck
again.
Al & Nicki Ford
Ontario, Canada
Mark
and Jenni:
Headed back to Iowa today. Hope you had a great day on the water. Just wanted to
let you know what a great time we had June 1st and 2nd fishing with you two. The
whole experience was too notch! Our mission in coming to Boca Grande was to
catch tarpon and all I can say is "mission accomplished"!
Thanks for everything and get those pictures and videos uploaded, we can't wait
to see what Jenni was able to capture!
Thanks again,
Greg and Nick Overton
Capt. Mark:
I wanted to write and thank you for the fantastic two days of tarpon
fishing we enjoyed with you and Jenni. Catching a tarpon has been a
dream of mine for years. You certainly made that dream a reality. I very
much appreciated how hard you worked (with such patience) to teach us
how to catch tarpon. It was great to have six hook-ups and four landed
in the two days of fishing. I couldn't help but notice how much more
often we were on fish as compared to the other boats that we saw. I can
only equate that to your experience and skill as a first rate guide. I
also want to compliment your first mate Jenni. My wife really enjoyed
Jenni's company and Jenni made sure all the details were taken care of
with all the fishing gear (plus her pictures are fantastic). I know that
having those details taken care helped keep us on fish. I certainly did
not see any other guide I would want to be with on a tarpon trip to the
Boca Grande area. I hope to have the chance to fish with you again in
the future and would certainly recommend you to any friend interested in
tarpon fishing. Thanks again for the great time.
Doug Cannon
Mark
and Jenni,
I want to thank you for the great time and enthusiasm on our tarpon fishing trip
on May 30. It was a great experience and I appreciate the expertise you brought
to the table as we hook up multiple times and one to the boat when others around
did not hook up once. You have a great knowledge and eye for the the tarpon.
Again, we need to stay in touch and maybe we can get you up to Southeast Iowa
for some big Iowa whitetail bucks. Jenni I would appreciate any photos you would
have on the fish we got to the boat. Let's stay in touch and thank you again for
a wonderful day. Hope you new Mathews bow is shooting awesome for you.
Thanks,
Ryan Lauer
Ryan, I am still waiting on that call to get after those Iowa
bucks!!!
Hey Mark!
I wanted to say thanks
for the great time yesterday. Jerry and I had a blast!
No pain, no gain.
Speaking of which, my gut's a little sore today. I think next time Jenni
asks me, "Do you want the belt", I may take her up on it.
.
Again, thanks for the
trip and I hope to see you in August. I think I would like to throw some
plastics. It looked like a blast on the videos.
Thank You,
Walt (don't jerk)
Williams
I
just wanted to thank you and Jenni for a wonderful 3 days of fishing. My
dad and I had a great trip. The fishing, company and weather could not
have been better. I will be contacting you soon to book a trip for next
year. This time my wife will be coming.
Good fishing,
Keep your lines tight,
Ritch Nally
5-4-2012
Mark,
Good evening! Sorry it has
taken me so long to write! I just wanted to write and thank you so
much for making Brandon’s 16th Birthday a blast!!!! All of
us will remember this trip for the rest of our life! Brandon will
remember hooking and catching his first tarpon. I will remember
watching his enjoyment. My dad will remember not falling out of the
boat! He had a blast! It was awesome seeing all those tarpon and
actually getting to catch them.
You and your wife worked so
good together making the trip easy and enjoyable…
Thank you again.
May God bless you and lead
you!
BRAD BOYLES
5-25-2012
Mark, I can't thank you
enough for the wonderful fishing trip. You and Jenni made it an absolute blast.
I will be talking with my dad so we can book again for next year.
Thanks so much!!!!!
Chris Lorenz
6-13-2012
Well, I made it home with many
lasting memories fresh on my mind. I cannot express my gratitude enough to you
and Jenni in putting all the effort that you did to enable me to have such a
good time. Tell Jenni I'm still grinning. Good luck, and I hope that you
continue to allow people the same thrill I had to say " fish on" Tell Jenni
thank you for the many shots she took of the trip. I cannot wait to show them to
several of my friends. Again, Thank you.
Here is something you might want to use, your call.
If you desire to have the greatest opportunity to say "fish on", you need to
give Mark Bennett a call. From the moment you meet Mark and his wife Jenni, you
are comfortable knowing that you are in the best boat, using top of the line
equipment and giving you the best chance to land a tarpon. Mark's years of
experience and knowledge of tarpon behavior is unsurpassed in the guiding
business. He will do everything possible and give you that extra effort for you
to have that trip of a lifetime. So get that "I caught a tarpon grin. " Give
Mark a call and reserve a spot on his boat. You will be glad you did
Johnny Holcomb
San Antonio, Texas
Capt. Mark,
Thanks for everything! You made it a very
enjoyable time. Its an
experience every one should have with you and Jenni
I know my brother and I will always remember it.
THANK YOU!!!
MARK ZIEMER
Captain Mark,
Monday's tarpon fishing trip was totally beyond our expectations. We were hoping
for at least one or two tarpon for the day; but did not expect to hook up with
nine and boat seven. The high quality photos taken by Jenni were outstanding and
an added bonus.
It was a trip of a lifetime for us! Looking
forward to another trip!
Thanks for the great experience and adventure.
Bill & Lu Fleming
Norman, OK
Hey Mark & Jenni,
I just want to thank you both for an
absolutely amazing experience. I’ve chartered over 30 captains over
the past 5 years and you’re right at the top of that list. Your knowledge,
expertise and demeanor really sets you guys apart. And those photos!
There isn’t one boat that can offer such an amazing service. I’ll be
spending my nights trying to re-capture those moments every chance I get.
Hit me your mailing address – I’m going
to send you a couple of those fly lines.
If you have days open up drop me a line,
I can pretty much hop down there with little or no lead time.
Looking forward to the next trip!
Will Keh
Thanks Mark and Jenni,
I got back home in good shape although the
boat is
still rocking in my head and I'm still hearing "reel-reel-reel-reel-reel!"
Your expertise is truly amazing - there must
be some tarpon in your DNA.
Though my brother is the true fisherman, it was great to learn that I too
could bring in those 100-pounders using some of that "inner bad-ass" in me.
I will always remember this great experience
and thanks for all the great
pictures. Well done!
Sincerely,
Ralph Roper
For Information and reservations:
Capt. Mark Bennett
(941) 474-8900
captmark3@comcast.net
Tarpon, Snook and
Redfish - light tackle and fly fishing charters with fishing guide Capt. Mark Bennett
Boca Grande - Charlotte Harbor - Englewood - Port Charlotte
- Venice - Sarasota
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