Red Snapper Whacker

5 Hour | Deep Sea, Nearshore | 1 - 6 People | Trip #1685

About Your Trip

Deep Sea
Nearshore
This time of year, snapper are only available on the weekends, thus this trip is only offered Friday to Monday. On this 5-hour adventure, you will be targeting the elusive and delicious Red Snapper. You will climb aboard Captain Patrick's 25-foot Epic equipped with a 225 HP Suzuki, and with a brand-new Simrad NSX bottom machine, you'll be right on the fish from the minute you leave the dock!

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About Your Guide

Independent Guide
6 Years of Experience
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Patrick
Captain Patrick is a great example of how a life-long passion for fishing can turn into a full-time job. He spent every moment he could spare on the water and in 2010 he became a professional angler. Captain Patrick won several tournaments including the Dauphin Island Rodeo and Gulf Coast Slam in the Flounder and Speckled Trout category. These days, he loves running charters and meeting new people!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
165lb yellowfin
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Rib-eye, street corn, baked potato with a side salad
What’s your favorite band?
Sleep theory
What’s your favorite movie?
Step brothers
What’s your favorite sports team?
Notre Dame fighting Irish (college) and Atlanta Braves
What’s your drink of choice?
Titos, club soda and lime
What was your last halloween costume?
Rip from yellowstone
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Check back with me in September.
How did you get started guiding?
I was a offshore deckhand for 5 years and got tired of getting beat up offshore so i started fishing tournaments and realized i was a good inshore fisherman so i started guiding.
What makes you different from other guides?
My brutal honesty… to elaborate, I’m not going to take someone just to earn a paycheck. I want each group to have the best time possible on the water, and if that means the day we are scheduled for isn’t fishable and i have to cram more trips into another day I’d rather work longer than take someone out to just earn a paycheck. On rough days when explaining this to customers i use the phrase “ if you just want to get beat up, i can take you to the parking lot with a baseball bat, and you’ll feel the same but save your money….. OR if you REALLY want to go I’ll take you but it’s not going to be fun” …
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Start Location

1577 Alabama 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, United States (this guide can be flexible with their start location)

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Blazer bay 2400
Year Built
2003
Boat Length
24
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
225
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Multimedia System, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Nearshore, Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Yes, Included

Location

This trip has multiple pickup locations.

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Species

Red Snapper

Techniques

Bottom Fishing, Heavy Tackle Fishing, Jigging

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip
Pack a supply of drinks, snacks, and food, some sunscreen, and a camera. Fishing License, Rods, reels & tackle included.
Where to Buy a Fishing License
No license needed for this trip.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip.

Pricing Matrix

5 Hours
6 People
$1050
5 People
$1000
4 People
$950
3 People
$900
2 People
$850
1 Person
$850

Pricing & Availability

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Reviews

Daniel

Verified Review Fishing

July 10

Patrick was excellent, very friendly and good with my wife, 18 yr old son and 15 yr old daughter. He was able to read the water and put us on fish. Would recommend Patrick to anyone who is looking to catch fish.

Stephen

Verified Review Fishing

May 30

Captain Patrick made our trip special for my family. He was able to get us on the fish!

Kristie

Verified Review Fishing

September 10 | Epic Inshore Adventure

Great trip with Captain Patrick! Caught some keepers…mackerel and spade fish.

Richard

Verified Review Fishing

Family had a great time and caught a lot of fish. We are planning another trip with Captain Patrick.

Audie

Verified Review Fishing

Captain Patrick did a great job of keeping our whole party engaged and catching fish. He was very knowledgeable of the area and the types of fish we were going after. He made sure everyone had a fun memorable fishing experience. I would highly recommend him and ...Read More

Shelly

Verified Review Fishing

Best first experience couldn't have had a better time put us right on the fish and captain Patrick was super fun we all loved it especially the kids!

Brian

Verified Review Fishing

February 24 | Epic Inshore Adventure

Patrick was Great. The family thoroughly enjoyed our trip with him. We will Fish with him again in the near future.

First Time Booking with Us?

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.
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