Georgia Sport Fishing Pro-Guide  Capt Josh Cook

Captain Josh Cook — Owner, Georgia Sport Fishing Charters

Background

Captain Josh Cook is the owner and lead guide of Georgia Sport Fishing Charters, one of the premier fishing charter companies on the Georgia coast. Based near St. Simons and Jekyll Island, Josh has built a reputation for delivering action-packed trips targeting trophy redfish, tarpon, sharks, and a wide range of inshore and offshore species.

Experience

Josh has been fishing  for over 15 years on Georgia’s coastline and developed a passion for fishing early in life. After earning his U.S. Coast Guard Captain’s License, he dedicated himself to professional guiding and eventually took over the company, continuing its legacy while shaping it into one of the top-rated charters in the region.

Fishing Expertise

Josh specializes in:

• Inshore/Nearshore: Bull Redfish, Tarpon, Trout and a variety of Sharks
• Nearshore/Offshore: Cobia, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Red Snapper

His approach focuses on live bait techniques, light and medium tackle, and creating a hands-on experience for anglers of all skill levels.

Guiding Style

Josh is known for his easygoing personality, strong teaching skills, and ability to keep trips fun and exciting. Families, beginners, and experienced anglers alike consistently praise him for making each outing productive and memorable.

The Boats

As owner, Josh oversees and captains the company’s fleet of proven fish catching machines, including their flagship 27-foot “Wizard”, designed specifically for Georgia’s shallow and often challenging waters and the Grady White 306 which is known for its offshore capabilities. Safety and comfort are a top priority, allowing guests to fish confidently in any condition.

Reputation

Under Josh’s leadership, Georgia Sport Fishing Charters has earned top reviews on TripAdvisor and Google for delivering consistent catches and exceptional customer service. Many guests highlight Josh’s professionalism, local knowledge, and commitment to making sure everyone leaves with a story—and usually a trophy catch.

Philosophy

For Josh, running Georgia Sport Fishing Charters is about more than putting people on fish. It’s about creating experiences: teaching kids to reel in their first fish, helping families make lasting memories, and giving serious anglers the chance to battle Georgia’s biggest inshore and offshore gamefish.