Brian Howard's Charter Fishing

Destin, Florida
Red Snapper Fishing in Destin, Florida

About Your Guide

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Larry Meyer

Independent Guide 14 years of exp.
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
Captains Brian and Larry offer incredible, family-friendly deep sea fishing charters out of stunning Destin, Florida. Captain Brian and his team specialize in trolling and bottom fishing for premium species such as King Mackerel, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Red Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, Cobia, and more! (Species are targeted based on Local/Federal fishing seasons and regulations).

All trips include fishing licenses for all passengers, bait, gear, tackle, ice, and complementary fish filleting upon return. Book now to get in on the action with Captain Brian and his expert team.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Larry Meyer

Larry Meyer

Independent Guide 14 years of exp.
Captains Brian and Larry offer incredible, family-friendly deep sea fishing charters out of stunning Destin, Florida. Captain Brian and his team specialize in trolling and bottom fishing for premium species such as King Mackerel, Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Red Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, Cobia, and more! (Species are targeted based on Local/Federal fishing seasons and regulations).

All trips include fishing licenses for all passengers, bait, gear, tackle, ice, and complementary fish filleting upon return. Book now to get in on the action with Captain Brian and his expert team.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
I guess different folks are looking for different answers- It could be a 250lb Shark, a 150lb Sailfish, or a 70lb Wahoo- depending on what you think "counts."
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
No doubt- fried fish.
How did you get started guiding?
As a direct descendent of the founders of Destin, FL., fishing has been in our blood for literal hundreds of years.
What makes you different from other guides?
The TradeWinds has several unique factors that set us apart: -We are Federally permitted, which puts us well into the minority of charter boats. This allows us to access and harvest fish from Federal waters beyond 9 miles offshore. -The TradeWinds is a full, 360 degree, walk-around vessel. So you won't be crammed on the back of the boat fishing on top of the rest of your group or having to take turns. You can spread out. (Our cabin is also air-conditioned with 2 full restrooms!) -That stuff is marvelous, but the heart and soul of the TradeWinds is the people that serve you. Our Captain, a USMC Veteran diver, has 50+ years experience captaining, and deckhands all have 20+ years saltwater fishing experience- so no matter what, you've got 70+ years of expertise at your back.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
I guess different folks are looking for different answers- It could be a 250lb Shark, a 150lb Sailfish, or a 70lb Wahoo- depending on what you think "counts."
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
No doubt- fried fish.
How did you get started guiding?
As a direct descendent of the founders of Destin, FL., fishing has been in our blood for literal hundreds of years.
What makes you different from other guides?
The TradeWinds has several unique factors that set us apart: -We are Federally permitted, which puts us well into the minority of charter boats. This allows us to access and harvest fish from Federal waters beyond 9 miles offshore. -The TradeWinds is a full, 360 degree, walk-around vessel. So you won't be crammed on the back of the boat fishing on top of the rest of your group or having to take turns. You can spread out. (Our cabin is also air-conditioned with 2 full restrooms!) -That stuff is marvelous, but the heart and soul of the TradeWinds is the people that serve you. Our Captain, a USMC Veteran diver, has 50+ years experience captaining, and deckhands all have 20+ years saltwater fishing experience- so no matter what, you've got 70+ years of expertise at your back.
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Brian Howard's Charter Fishing Trips

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Destin 12 Hour Private Charter

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Destin 5 HR Private Fishing Charter

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65 ft 1 - 30 People From $2,118

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Recent Reviews of Brian Howard's Charter Fishing

5.0
based on 1 review

Greg

Verified Review

Great time Capt. Larry and Justin were very helpful. We had several rookies in our group and Justin helped get them started. They made sure we had plenty of time to fish.

Greg

Verified Review

Great time Capt. Larry and Justin were very helpful. We had several rookies in our group and Justin helped get them started. They made sure we had plenty of time to fish.
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Amberjack
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Blue Shark
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Cobia
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Kingfish
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Mahi Mahi
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Mako Shark
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Red Grouper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Red Snapper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Wahoo
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Deep Dropping
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting
Topwater Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea
Nearshore

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