Skip to main content
  • Screaming Reel Charter Logo Website
Screaming Reels Fishing Charters
Fishing for catfish since 1989
John Garland
Captain John
Recent Trip
Johns phone

Evening Charters Now Available!

Screaming Reels Charters is a preeminent catfishing charter service focused on catching trophy Blue Catfish on the James River out of Richmond Virginia. We also serve the surrounding areas of Chesterfield, Chester, Hopewell, and Henrico County.

Let Captain John take you out on his 24’ Angler Qwest Catfish Edition Triple Tube pontoon for a great day of fishing for giant catfish. With his experience and knowledge of the local waters, Captain John has the ability to make your day fun and memorable.

This spacious and comfortable boat is powered by a 200 horsepower Honda 4 stroke engine to get us on the fish quickly and quietly. Lots of amenities for the comfort and convenience of family and crew, including privacy on-board for bathroom breaks. The boat has a cabin that can sleep two people when you are in need of rest, an ipod docking station with am/fm stereo and a power wench to pull up the anchor. The boat also has low range GPS, ship to shore radio, fresh water and raw water washdown, sink, porta potty, swim ladder and a custom made rod holder system . Oh, and don't forget the soft top to keep you in the shade on hot sunny days.

Captain John is U.S. Coast Guard Licensed and has been honored with the following:

  • Master Angler Award
  • Expert Angler Award
  • Tournament Angler
  • Recognized by VA Governor Terry McAuliffe for fishing outreach with the Richmond Area Boys & Girls Club
John Garland
Captain John
Recent Trip
Johns phone