Captain Jamie Merkel

Raised on Longboat Key and on the waters of the Suncoast, Captain Jamie has run charters for more than three decades, all over the globe. With a deep and rich history in offshore, inshore, and flats fishing, Captain Jamie is often recognized for his appearances on ESPN and The World Fishing Network, as well as hundreds of radio and print appearances, from local papers to the Wall Street Journal.
A true man of service on the water, Captain Jamie studied Biological Oceanography in college and is a graduate of Disney University, mastering the customer service and safety standards that have become synonymous with such a great tradition.
Also recognized as a premier SCUBA Instructor, Instructor Trainer, and Course Director since the early 90's, having certified more than a thousand divers and Dive Instructors, Captain Jamie is a master of safe in-water operations for all ages and all environments. His joyful and confident approach to all charters are a benchmark for customer service and ensure that every charter ends with success.
Bone Island Adventures
Serving the waters from Siesta Key to Anna Maria Island, Bone Island Adventures is designed and built to ensure memories of excellence and joy that last a lifetime. With locations throughout the area, we are almost certainly able to pick you up within a few miles of your accommodations, to ensure the easiest of charters for you and your family.
Our boats are second to none in age, cleanliness, speed, comfort, seating, restrooms, fishing and snorkeling equipment, and customer service. There are charters, and then there are experiences. Join the benchmark in chartering service with Bone Island Adventures.
