Meet Captain Dave Sipler

Capt. Dave is a resident of Jacksonville, FL. With more than two decades of experience on the St. Johns River and the surrounding coastal waters

He has spent much of his life exploring the saltmarshes, inlets, and backwaters that define the region’s rich ecosystem. His knowledge isn’t limited to catching fish—it extends to teaching anglers how to read the water, adapt to changing conditions, and develop confidence on the water. From first-time visitors to seasoned locals, he brings patience and encouragement to every trip, ensuring that each guest leaves with new skills and great memories.

Over the years, Capt. Dave has guided anglers to countless catches, from Redfish and Speckled Trout to Black Drum and Sheepshead. He is a member of the 10 pound Speckle Trout Club, catching his first ''holy grail' sized Trout April 29th of 2009. This isn't really a club, but rather people that have gained respect in N. E. Florida, who have caught one. It's the benchmark serious Trout anglers strive for. And by the way, before hooking his 10 pounder, the two Trout just minutes prior were a 3 & 5 pounder. His reputation is a serious self proclaimed Trout Snob, and loves taking his customers and having them catch a true ''Gator Trout'' as they are known as in N.E. Florida. Capt. Dave's professionalism and local knowledge has led to many guests, to catching their own 'personal largest fish'' of their life.

The Jettywolf ll

The Jettywolf was the name of his old boat he ran from Oct. 2005 to November of 2024, before selling it. And having a new Jettywolf boat built. Why change the name, he thought. The new boat that carries guests on Capt. Dave’s Sport Fishing trips is a customized 20-foot HANKO boat works built in Berwick Louisiana. Designed to be simple, easy to maintain and economical. With both performance and super fishability in mind. Powered by a reliable Suzuki 90-horsepower engine, it cruises smoothly at speeds up to 40 mph, making travel into the shallows easy, with lightness, stability and super toughness., Being all welded aluminum 5/16ths inch plate. The Jettywolf ll , is equipped with all the essentials anglers expect, including a bait tank, soft cooler, a USCG safety equipment, GPS, fish finder, VHF radio, jack plate to raise the motor, 36v trolling motor and bow and stern casting platforms. With space for up to two guests, it provides a platform tougher than a flats boat, and goes in inches of water a bay boat can't. All while still giving capabilities to explore the St. Johns River, the marshes, or venturing to the inlet. The Jettywolf is safe, stable and reliable.