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Stephen Hess

Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
I grew up saltwater fishing the coast of Virginia and North Carolina. Spent 20 years in Tennessee catching Trophy Stripers, but my love of saltwater and this area of Florida brought my wife and I here to settle. I offer Bay, inshore and nearshore trips If you don’t see a trip that suits your taste, contact me and let me know what type of trip you are looking g for. All start times and trip durations may be adjusted.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Stephen Hess

Stephen Hess

Independent Guide
I grew up saltwater fishing the coast of Virginia and North Carolina. Spent 20 years in Tennessee catching Trophy Stripers, but my love of saltwater and this area of Florida brought my wife and I here to settle. I offer Bay, inshore and nearshore trips If you don’t see a trip that suits your taste, contact me and let me know what type of trip you are looking g for. All start times and trip durations may be adjusted.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
300 lb Blue Marlin
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak and Shrimp
What’s your favorite band?
Kenny Chesney
What’s your favorite movie?
Shooter

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
300 lb Blue Marlin
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak and Shrimp
What’s your favorite band?
Kenny Chesney
What’s your favorite movie?
Shooter
What’s your favorite sports team?
Notre Dame
What’s your drink of choice?
Vitamin Water
What was your last halloween costume?
Pirate
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Spend it with my kids and grandson
How did you get started guiding?
Love to take new people fishing and see their excitement
What makes you different from other guides?
My passion for fishing and not just out to make a paycheck
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Bluewater-Charter Trips

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Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Panama City

PCB Nearshore Captains Choice 6 Hour

100% (3)
21 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Panama City

4 Hour PCB Nearshore

100% (3)
21 ft 1 - 8 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats in Panama City

3 Hour PCB Special

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Choctawhatchee Bay 4 Hour Inshore

100% (3)
21 ft 1 - 2 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Choctawhatchee Bay Inshore 6 Hour

100% (3)
21 ft 1 - 2 People From $750
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Santa Rosa Beach

Kids Trip

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Panama City

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21 ft 1 - 4 People From $500

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Recent Reviews of Bluewater-Charter

5.0
based on 3 reviews

Clyde

Verified Review

Captain Steve was excellent. He moved our fishing location to get better results. He was on time, friendly and knowledgable. He was great with my 2 grandkids, 8 and 10. We didn't catch much edible fish but caught quite a few others - 5 species in total. I would recommend Captain Steve and would choose him again if the occasion arises.

Clyde

Verified Review

Captain Steve was excellent. He moved our fishing location to get better results. He was on time, friendly and knowledgable. He was great with my 2 grandkids, 8 and 10. We didn't catch much edible fish but caught quite a few others - 5 species in total. I would recommend Captain Steve and would choose him again if the occasion arises.
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Response from Stephen:
Great time and a beautiful day to be on the water. Thank you guys!

Response from Stephen:

Great time and a beautiful day to be on the water. Thank you guys!
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Carrie

Verified Review

We highly recommend Captain Stephen! Best kids fishing trip ever & the spanish mackerel were soooo much fun to catch!!!

Carrie

Verified Review

We highly recommend Captain Stephen! Best kids fishing trip ever & the spanish mackerel were soooo much fun to catch!!!
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Response from Stephen:
Thank you! I enjoyed having you guys aboard and look forward to seeing you guys in the future.

Response from Stephen:

Thank you! I enjoyed having you guys aboard and look forward to seeing you guys in the future.
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Kellie

Verified Review

Great time!

Kellie

Verified Review

Great time!
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Response from Stephen:
Thank you! Grayson handled the water really well and he will be ready to push offshore a bit further by next year!

Response from Stephen:

Thank you! Grayson handled the water really well and he will be ready to push offshore a bit further by next year!
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Potential Target Species

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