Our Story & Crew

Local captains and guides who love family fishing

REELRIDGE started in Cocoa Beach with a simple goal: give families a safe, fun day on the water. Our crew grew up fishing these waters and still loves sharing them.

Captain Mike Delgado standing on the deck of a fishing charter
Cocoa Beach, FL

Mike Delgado

Captain & Owner

Inshore & Nearshore Charters

Born and raised on the Space Coast, Mike has spent over 20 years guiding families to redfish, snook, and snapper along the Cocoa Beach shoreline.

USCG Licensed Captain
1200 trips
Lisa Harmon helping a young angler with a fishing rod
Cocoa Beach, FL

Lisa Harmon

Family Experience Lead

Kids' Fishing & Safety

Lisa makes sure every child is comfortable, safe, and hooked on fishing, with hands-on help for first-time anglers and plenty of snacks on board.

Certified Child Safety Aide
850 trips
Tyler Brooks holding a fresh redfish on deck
Cocoa Beach, FL

Tyler Brooks

First Mate

Bait, Tackle & Fish Handling

Tyler keeps lines rigged, fish handled gently, and every catch photographed, so families leave with great memories and fresh-caught fish.

Marine Safety Certified
640 trips
Dana Ortiz pointing out dolphins from the boat
Cocoa Beach, FL

Dana Ortiz

Local Waters Guide

Shoreline History & Wildlife

Dana shares the story of the Indian River Lagoon, from dolphin sightings to coastal birds, making every trip educational as well as exciting.

Naturalist & Wildlife Guide
520 trips

Safe, Friendly Trips for the Whole Family

Every trip is run with safety first, clear instructions, and gear sized for kids. Our crew makes sure everyone goes home with a story to tell.

Our Track Record

Our promise to families

Every trip is built around safe, fun days on the water for the whole family, from first-time anglers to seasoned fishermen.

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Trusted
12+
Years on Cocoa Beach
Serving local families with safe, reliable fishing trips since our first charter.
Local captains, local waters
Happy Guests
8,000+
Families Taken Out
Parents and kids who have shared a day on the water with REELRIDGE crews.
Kid-friendly trips every season
On the Line
25k+
Fish Landed
Snapper, redfish, and trout caught by first-timers and seasoned anglers alike.
Fresh-catch memories
Top Rated
4.9/5
Average Guest Rating
Consistently rated for safety, friendly crew, and a relaxed family atmosphere.
Based on guest reviews
Family PromiseSafety & Service Standards

Built for safe, fun days with kids

From the first cast to the last fish of the day, our crew keeps families safe, comfortable, and smiling on the Atlantic.

Life jackets sized for every child on board
USCG-licensed captains with local knowledge
All tackle and bait included on every trip
Hassle-free cancellation and rebooking support