About Your Guide

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Daniel Ackerman

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
Captain Daniel, a retired Air Force veteran with over 20 years of service, is passionate about providing safe and exciting fishing adventures around Charleston, South Carolina, alongside his family—his wife Holly and their three boys aged 5, 7 and 15. With extensive experience navigating local waters since 2004, he and his crew specialize in various fishing techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, and trolling, ensuring clients have a memorable and successful outing. When not running charters, they focus on honing their fishing skills to locate the best spots for their clients. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, now is the perfect time to book your day on the water and enjoy a worry-free, family-friendly fishing experience.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Daniel Ackerman

Daniel Ackerman

Independent Guide
Captain Daniel, a retired Air Force veteran with over 20 years of service, is passionate about providing safe and exciting fishing adventures around Charleston, South Carolina, alongside his family—his wife Holly and their three boys aged 5, 7 and 15. With extensive experience navigating local waters since 2004, he and his crew specialize in various fishing techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, and trolling, ensuring clients have a memorable and successful outing. When not running charters, they focus on honing their fishing skills to locate the best spots for their clients. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, now is the perfect time to book your day on the water and enjoy a worry-free, family-friendly fishing experience.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
I've caught numerous trophy Redfish, Cobia, Sheepshead and huge Blue and Flathead catfish. But I'd say the biggest fish I ever caught was a Bull shark while targeting Cobia in the Chesapeake Bay.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
I would definitely do a fish fry or a huge pot of fish stew.
What’s your favorite band?
Sturgill Simpson
What’s your favorite movie?
Inglorious Basterds

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
I've caught numerous trophy Redfish, Cobia, Sheepshead and huge Blue and Flathead catfish. But I'd say the biggest fish I ever caught was a Bull shark while targeting Cobia in the Chesapeake Bay.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
I would definitely do a fish fry or a huge pot of fish stew.
What’s your favorite band?
Sturgill Simpson
What’s your favorite movie?
Inglorious Basterds
What’s your favorite sports team?
Pittsburgh Penguins
What’s your drink of choice?
Sweet Tea
What was your last halloween costume?
A zombie hunter
What do you want for Christmas this year?
For my family to get what they want and the less fortunate to hopefully be blessed during the holiday season.
How did you get started guiding?
Before retiring from the Air Force fishing was always my passion, so it was the logical next transition. I wanted to do something I love and enjoy it with customers!
What makes you different from other guides?
I'm not just gonna do a 2hr shark fishing trip just to make some money. I will tailor your fishing trip to whatever species you want to target all the way from freshwater, to the rivers and out to the ocean!
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Primetime Fishing Charters Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Mount Pleasant

(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish

100% (1)
23 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Mount Pleasant

(4hr) Inshore/Jetties

100% (1)
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $550
Veteran Operated
This trip is managed by a veteran of the US armed forces.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Moncks Corner

(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish

100% (1)
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $550

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Recent Reviews of Primetime Fishing Charters

5.0
based on 1 review

Isaac

Verified Review

Cpt Daniel is a great guide. He put us on fish at every location, meaning he worked hard to get fish in the box. We ended the morning with a nice catch of reds and specs, exactly what we were targeting. A veteran, we also got to chatting about our years of service and experiences. It was a great morning, indeed!

Isaac

Verified Review

Cpt Daniel is a great guide. He put us on fish at every location, meaning he worked hard to get fish in the box. We ended the morning with a nice catch of reds and specs, exactly what we were targeting. A veteran, we also got to chatting about our years of service and experiences. It was a great morning, indeed!
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Potential Target Species

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(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
May 25th, 2026
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
May 25th, 2026
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
July 23rd, 2025
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
May 22nd, 2026
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore/Jetties
May 22nd, 2026
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore/Jetties
May 22nd, 2026
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
July 23rd, 2025
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
July 23rd, 2025
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore/Jetties
May 25th, 2026
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
May 25th, 2026
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
May 22nd, 2026
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore/Jetties
May 22nd, 2026
Goose Creek, South Carolina
(4hr) Inshore Seatrout/Redfish
May 25th, 2026
Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
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