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Brandon Hilliard

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Laid-back
Beginner Oriented
Instructional
Quality
Comfortable
Capt. Brandon was born and raised in East St. Louis, IL. There he started freshwater fishing for bass, crappie, and catfish with his father around the age of 5.

In 2009 he became a member of the U.S Air Force, and soon after was stationed at Hurlburt Field in Fort Walton Beach, Fl. It was then he experienced his first taste of Saltwater fishing and never looked back. Beginning with surf and pier fishing, he soon graduated to the world of offshore fishing and it has been his passion ever since. His excursions have taken him all over the Panhandle, down to the Florida keys, and even the Bahamas.

Capt. Brandon specializes in bottom/reef fishing for Snappers, Groupers, and Amberjacks, but is also well versed with the Pelagic Species (Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, King Mackerel, etc..).

Capt. Brandon is fully certified through the United States Coast Guard. He will ensure a safe and excellent time, filled with plenty of fun, laughs, and jokes. The excitement and happiness that customers get when they're catching fish is what fuels every trip for him. Customers...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Brandon Hilliard

Brandon Hilliard

Independent Guide
Capt. Brandon was born and raised in East St. Louis, IL. There he started freshwater fishing for bass, crappie, and catfish with his father around the age of 5.

In 2009 he became a member of the U.S Air Force, and soon after was stationed at Hurlburt Field in Fort Walton Beach, Fl. It was then he experienced his first taste of Saltwater fishing and never looked back. Beginning with surf and pier fishing, he soon graduated to the world of offshore fishing and it has been his passion ever since. His excursions have taken him all over the Panhandle, down to the Florida keys, and even the Bahamas.

Capt. Brandon specializes in bottom/reef fishing for Snappers, Groupers, and Amberjacks, but is also well versed with the Pelagic Species (Mahi-Mahi, Wahoo, King Mackerel, etc..).

Capt. Brandon is fully certified through the United States Coast Guard. He will ensure a safe and excellent time, filled with plenty of fun, laughs, and jokes. The excitement and happiness that customers get when they're catching fish is what fuels every trip for him. Customers
of all ages will have a safe and memorable experience that will be ever lasting.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
80lb Wahoo
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Triggerfish
What’s your favorite sports team?
Eagles
What’s your drink of choice?
Tequila Sunrise
How did you get started guiding?
Just the passion and love for Fishing
What makes you different from other guides?
I pride myself on not being your average Charter Captain. The whole experience with me is a vibe. Come see for yourself and experience it!!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
80lb Wahoo
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Triggerfish
What’s your favorite sports team?
Eagles
What’s your drink of choice?
Tequila Sunrise
How did you get started guiding?
Just the passion and love for Fishing
What makes you different from other guides?
I pride myself on not being your average Charter Captain. The whole experience with me is a vibe. Come see for yourself and experience it!!
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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
Blackfin Tuna
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Cobia
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Gag Grouper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Kingfish
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Lane Snapper
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Mahi Mahi
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Mangrove Snapper
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Red Grouper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
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
Vermillion Snapper
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Wahoo
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
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

Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
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