Marco Island Fishing Charters

Welcome to Wild Thing Charters
Wild Thing Charters fishes the offshore waters of Marco Island, Naples & 10,000 Islands in SW Florida. Our fishing charter service is open year around and we welcome everyone from the seasoned angler to first timers. We take great pride in teaching our customers about the fundamentals of fishing the abundant waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Wild Thing Charters is owned and operated by Captain. Randy Hamilton. Capt. Randy has fished the waters of Marco Island his entire life. Whether you are looking to catch tarpon, snook, snapper, grouper, kingfish, permit and even shark. Captain Randy is sure to get you on the fish.

About
Captain Randy Hamilton has 20 years of experience chartering, fishing, and diving in the waters around Marco Island and Naples, including Florida's East Coast, Gulf Coast, the Florida Keys, and countless lakes, rivers, and streams. On his fishing expeditions, you can expect the best in local knowledge and experience. Whatever style you prefer: Sand Balling, Bottom Fishing, Casting, Free Lining, or Jigging, the captain is ready to provide his years of expertise in any situation or season. He will show you the hottest reefs and shipwrecks, ensuring you a fishing adventure on par with the best in the world.

Captain Randy Hamilton, a U.S. Merchant Marine Officer, is certified as a PADI SCUBA instructor and as a Medic First Aid Instructor. Kids and novice fishermen are welcome too. Like his affinity for the sea, the Captain also has a passion for helping children. He is a fixture in the community, donating time to St. Jude Hospital's Fish for Kids, the Collier Sheriff Youth Ranch, and the Collier County Police Activities League program -- Hook Line & Sinker. Let him help you and your kids fish like a pro! "I get to spend a major part of my life on the water and in the great outdoors," he says about operating a charter service. "It sure beats a real job."