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CAPTAIN SCOTT ‘SKITCHY’ BARNES

Is one of the youngest but most experienced fisherman in Bermuda.
Fishing is in his blood and he and his family have been fishing the
beautiful waters of Bermuda for over 3 generations! He has been fishing
for over 12 years with Vitamin Sea, Hakuna’s commercial sister boat,
before transitioning to Captain his own ship.

He not only commands the boat but enjoys being hands on and fishing
Argus Banks, where he enjoys catching big game fish such as Tuna, Wahoo
and Mahi Mahi. During 2015, Captain Scott Barnes led Hakuna Matata to a
1st place finish in the Bacardi Challenge and enjoys competing in the
multiple fishing tournaments held in Bermuda’s waters. In Captain
Scott’s spare time he was the Commodore of Spanish Point Boat Club
(2011) and races go-karts in Bermuda and the USA.

FIRST MATE MICHAEL BARNES

Has been fishing for over 40 years, starting at the young age of 16.
Michael is the owner and operator of our commercial sister boat Vitamin
Sea. His vast experience and knowledge ranges from nets and lobster
pots, to rod & reel and line. Michael grew up fishing the waters of
Bermuda and can navigate the banks (Argus or Challenger) with his eyes
closed, and can provide you with the true Bermudian fishing experience.