Fish and Trips FL
Charter Company
Charter Company
Mitchell, a native Floridian, was born and raised in the Sunshine State, fostering a deep love and respect for its unique ecosystems from a young age. As a certified SCUBA diver, free diver, and passionate spearfisher, he brings a deep understanding of underwater environments to his charters.
Mitchell's intimate connection with Florida's coastal and offshore areas enriches the experiences he offers. With his genuine enthusiasm for the sea and dedication to sharing the beauty of his home state, Mitchell ensures memorable and safe adventures for his clients, whether it's fishing, spearfishing, sightseeing, or island charters.
Leon has been a SCUBA Instructor and guide for over 20 years, amassing several thousand dives worldwide. Certified to Advanced Tri-mix, Leon specializes in deep shipwreck research. In 1999, he authored "SHIPWRECKS of FLORIDA'S WEST COAST", a diving guide to Gulf of Mexico shipwrecks, which was re-released in 2023. He has lectured on shipwrecks and contributed to various local and national publications. His clientele includes professional athletes, business leaders, children, vibrant grandmothers, and even Tom Cruise.
This year, Leon published his second book, "The Tournament: Feeding Apex Predators For Fun and Profit", which explores Florida's growing shark population and the dark side of shark tourism.
Mark has been a Divemaster for over a decade and a scuba instructor since 2020. He specializes in guiding spearfishing excursions, both freediving and scuba diving, along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Over the years, he has worked as a Divemaster for several charter companies and completed thousands of dives while teaching hundreds of clients to spearfish.
Mark also builds his own line of spearguns, some of which are specifically designed for the unique environments found on the Gulf Coast. After serving for five years in the U.S. Army, Mark became a certified boat captain and marine mechanic (Thunder Coast Marine).
