Down The Bayou Charters Crew

Meet The Captains | Grand Isle, LA

Joe Von Thron

Joe VT hails from Jacksonville, Florida, where he has built a career running fishing charters for over a decade. With extensive experience spanning from the West Coast to the East Coast, Joe considers the North Central Gulf his home turf. Joe fishing for Gulf of American Fishing charters. During the fall and winter months, you'll find him in Venice, Louisiana, chasing XL yellowfin tuna.

In the summer, Joe shifts his operations to Down the Bayou Charters where he continues to target tuna in the canyons while relishing the diverse bottom fishing opportunities. He skillfully pursues a variety of grouper and other bottom dwellers, showcasing his versatility and deep-seated passion for marine life.

With Joe's wealth of knowledge and dedication to the craft, he ensures each charter is not only a successful fishing trip but also a memorable adventure filled with excitement and camaraderie

What To Bring On Our Charters

Food & Water

Sunscreen / Hats

Lots of Ice Chest Room

Local Weather

PORT FOURCHON WEATHER

Our Sponsors

Daiwa Pacific Sport Fishing

Yamaha

Down The Bayou Charters

The Marina

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