Ruff's Custom Coastal Adventures

Darien, Georgia
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4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

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Chris Ruff

Independent Guide
Talkative
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Quality
Comfortable
Laid-back
As a native of Jekyll Island, Georgia, I’ve spent my entire life boating and exploring the beautiful coast that I call home. My 25-year career in land management with both the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the National Park Service has given me extensive knowledge and experience that I incorporate into every excursion. As an avid outdoorsman and father, I’m passionate about creating extraordinary experiences for families and people from all walks of life. Let me show you the stunning beauty of the Georgia coast like you’ve never seen it before! At an early age (And I mean EARLY, 7) I found my love for fishing. I have been fishing the coastal waters and lakes of the Golden Isles since! I have been featured in outdoor magazines such as Georgia Outdoor News and local fishing reports. As a young adult I began fishing and diving offshore in Georgia and Florida. These experiences helped me understand fish activity and migrations. Many of our inshore species migrate between inshore, nearshore, and offshore. Because of my years as a Game Warden for...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Chris Ruff

Chris Ruff

Independent Guide
As a native of Jekyll Island, Georgia, I’ve spent my entire life boating and exploring the beautiful coast that I call home. My 25-year career in land management with both the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the National Park Service has given me extensive knowledge and experience that I incorporate into every excursion. As an avid outdoorsman and father, I’m passionate about creating extraordinary experiences for families and people from all walks of life. Let me show you the stunning beauty of the Georgia coast like you’ve never seen it before! At an early age (And I mean EARLY, 7) I found my love for fishing. I have been fishing the coastal waters and lakes of the Golden Isles since! I have been featured in outdoor magazines such as Georgia Outdoor News and local fishing reports. As a young adult I began fishing and diving offshore in Georgia and Florida. These experiences helped me understand fish activity and migrations. Many of our inshore species migrate between inshore, nearshore, and offshore. Because of my years as a Game Warden for Georgia Department of Natural Resources, I have extensive knowledge of what is biting along with the when and where. You can expect to have a wonderful coastal experience by booking with me.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
A huge Greater Amberjack
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Low Country Boil
What’s your favorite band?
Some sort of Country
What’s your favorite movie?
Last of the Mohicans

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
A huge Greater Amberjack
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Low Country Boil
What’s your favorite band?
Some sort of Country
What’s your favorite movie?
Last of the Mohicans
What’s your drink of choice?
Water
What was your last halloween costume?
Lt. Dangle from Reno 911
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Outdoor Gear
How did you get started guiding?
Been a dream of mine since I was a young adult
What makes you different from other guides?
The customer experience and my experience on the local waters
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Ruff's Custom Coastal Adventures Trips

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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Darien

4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore

NEW Guided by Chris
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing in Darien

4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore

NEW Guided by Chris
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Big Game Hunting in Darien

Hog Hunt

NEW Guided by Chris
1 - 2 People From $500

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Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Rifle Hunting
Shotgun Hunting
Sight Casting
Topwater Fishing
Trolling

Types of Trip

Big Game
Inshore
Nearshore

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4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore
January 17th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
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Hog Hunt
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Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
4-8 Hours Trip – Inshore/Nearshore
4-8 Hours Trip – Nearshore
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
Hog Hunt
Hog Hunt
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
Hog Hunt
Hog Hunt
January 25th, 2025
Darien, Georgia
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