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Chuck Wilson

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Captain Charles, the owner and operator in this beautiful paradise of Kona, Hawaii, invites you and your family to join him for a spectacular day of big game fishing for our fabled Blue Marlin, Ono, Ahi and Spearfish.

He has been fishing for over 40 years in California, Mexico, Cabo San Lucas, Texas and Hawaii. As a Chief Fire Officer and Captain of a beautiful, pristine world class 43′ Hatteras Convertible, he has a passion for fishing and being on the ocean.

In 2013 he and his crew boated a 1058 lb. giant blue marlin and became a member of the World Grander Club, celebrating the catching of a marlin weighing over 1000 lbs.

Due to some temporary health issues, Charles may or not be on board on any given day. There will always be a credentialed Captain and Crew on the boat who is familiar with Kona local waters and experienced fisherman who he has personally selected to represent him.

About Your Guide

Chuck Wilson

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

1058 Pound Blue Marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish Tacos...Ono!

What’s your favorite band?

Beatles

What’s your favorite movie?

Tin Cup

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

1058 Pound Blue Marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish Tacos...Ono!

What’s your favorite band?

Beatles

What’s your favorite movie?

Tin Cup

What’s your favorite sports team?

LA Dodgers

What’s your drink of choice?

Cabernet

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Health!

How did you get started guiding?

Love of the Ocean

What makes you different from other guides?

I believe it is all about the guest. The most important guest I will have on the boat is the one there today!

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Snorkeling in Kailua-Kona

Kona, HI Offshore Fishing

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42 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,150

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Snorkeling in Kaiminani

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43 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,500

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Jessica

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What a great experience! I have three sons (ages 10–15), and they had a fantastic time being out on the water and learning about fishing. Charles and Scott were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the trip enjoyable for everyone.
A special thank-you to Charles, who helped my oldest son reel in an ono—an unforgettable moment and definitely one of the highlights of our time on the Big Island. We highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for...

Jessica

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