Gulf Coast Nearshore Adventure

100% (1) Pensacola, FL 1 - 6 People 4 - 8 Hours From $800

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Gulf Coast Nearshore Adventure

Nearshore Fishing in Pensacola

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	8 Hours	6 Hours	5 Hours	4 Hours
1 Person	$800.00	$950.00	$1,100.00	$1,250.00
2 People	$800.00	$950.00	$1,100.00	$1,250.00
3 People	$800.00	$950.00	$1,100.00	$1,250.00
4 People	$800.00	$950.00	$1,100.00	$1,250.00
5 People	$800.00	$950.00	$1,100.00	$1,250.00
6 People	$800.00	$950.00	$1,100.00	$1,250.00

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Go aboard with Captain Craig for a nearshore slam! On this trip you can spend anywhere from a half to a full day on the offshore waters of the Gulf targeting incredible species. You and up to 6 of your family and friends will be setting out from Pensacola, FL, in search of Amberjack, Cobia, Kingfish, Red Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, and more. Who knows what you might hook in the wild nearshore waters?

Captain Craig's 25’ Contender center console is equipped with all the amenities for an amazing fishing experience. The 300-HP Suzuki engine with power you smoothly out to the deeper waters, where you can drop lines and begin trolling the bottom. The boat comes with a wireless trolling motor and a live bait well, which makes trolling super easy and fun. Just sit back, relax, and wait for the scream of the reel! Besides trolling you will be practicing your drift fishing and jigging, using both light and heavy tackle. Just tell Captain Craig what you want to catch and he’ll do his best to put you on it!

Captain Craig will provide all the equipment you need for a successful day on the water. All rods, reels, bait, and tackle are included in the trip. He even provides fishing licenses for everyone on board, so you don’t have to worry about that hassle! You should bring a cooler to store your catch, which Captain Craig will clean and fillet at the end of the journey. You should also wear appropriate clothing and bring plenty of drinks and snacks. It can be a long day out there—you can’t be too prepared!

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 1 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Gulf Coast Nearshore Adventure

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Contender
Year Built: 1986
Boat Length: 25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Contender
Year Built: 1986
Boat Length: 25'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor

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Recent Reviews of Brighter Days Sport Fishing

5.0

based on 1 review

Stephanie

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Stephanie

Verified Review

Craig and Spencer were great. Both were very personable and knowledgeable, not just about the ocean and fishing but the surrounding area. As we were heading out, Spencer told us about the history of area/fort and even gave us suggestions for things to do in the area. Craig knew exactly where to go to hit the hot spots for fishing. They made the trip so much fun (even when I was feeling puny). We caught tons of fish. If you’re looking for a good time with great people who know a ton, these are the guys to book with.

I just can’t say enough good things about these two. Definitely 5 stars!

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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
Cobia	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good
Kingfish	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great
Red Snapper	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Scamp Grouper	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal
Triggerfish	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good	Not Ideal

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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).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing

Bottom Fishing

Drift Fishing

Heavy Tackle Fishing

Jigging

Light Tackle Fishing

Trolling

Type of Fishing

Nearshore

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