Short Skirts Sportfishing

Charleston, South Carolina
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8 HR Offshore Reef/Harbor/Jetties

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Hayden Mincey

Certified Damn Good Guide
A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Comfortable
Beginner Oriented
Quality
With more than 40 years of experience, Capt. Hayden and his dad Capt. Chris are prepared to show you the best of of the Charleston SC waters! Among their favorite fish to target are Inshore Bull Red Fish, Trout, Flounder, Sea Bass. Offshore Blue Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Black Sea Bass and many more! If you're looking for an unforgettable saltwater fishing experience, you found it with us right here in Charleston, South Carolina. Very comfortable boat with private bathroom. We specialize in teaching families and love teaching kids. With options for trips from 4 to 12 hours, you'll have ample time to explore the depths of Charleston's bountiful waters. You'll get a chance to target a variety of species based on the season and weather conditions. Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and big game fishing, depending on the species you're after.

About Your Guide

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Hayden Mincey

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
With more than 40 years of experience, Capt. Hayden and his dad Capt. Chris are prepared to show you the best of of the Charleston SC waters! Among their favorite fish to target are Inshore Bull Red Fish, Trout, Flounder, Sea Bass. Offshore Blue Marlin, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Snapper, Black Sea Bass and many more! If you're looking for an unforgettable saltwater fishing experience, you found it with us right here in Charleston, South Carolina. Very comfortable boat with private bathroom. We specialize in teaching families and love teaching kids. With options for trips from 4 to 12 hours, you'll have ample time to explore the depths of Charleston's bountiful waters. You'll get a chance to target a variety of species based on the season and weather conditions. Expect to use techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and big game fishing, depending on the species you're after.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Marlin 300lbs
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Cobia and Wahoo
Whats your favorite band?
Country
Whats your favorite movie?
Rounders

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Marlin 300lbs
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Cobia and Wahoo
Whats your favorite band?
Country
Whats your favorite movie?
Rounders
Whats your favorite sports team?
Georgia
Whats your drink of choice?
Pinot Grigio or Buffalo Trace
What was your last halloween costume?
Skipper
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Time with Family
How did you get started guiding?
Love of fishing
What makes you different from other guides?
Want customers to have fun
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Short Skirts Sportfishing Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties AM

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
30 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
30 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,200
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

8 HR Offshore Reef/Harbor/Jetties

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
30 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Charleston

Offshore/Bottom Fishing

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
30 ft 1 - 12 People From $2,000
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties PM

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
30 ft 1 - 12 People From $800
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
24 ft 1 - 10 People From $575
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
24 ft 1 - 10 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

6hr Inshore/Jetties 24.5' Bay Boat

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
24 ft 1 - 10 People From $850
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 11AM

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
24 ft 1 - 5 People From $575
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty in Charleston

4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 12PM

100% (50) Guided by Hayden
24 ft 1 - 5 People From $650

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Recent Reviews of Short Skirts Sportfishing

5.0
based on 15 reviews

Kathi

Verified Review

We very much were looking forward to our trip. It was a bummer we did not catch anything at all (with the exception of a small bass). We did try all of the methods to catch them, but it just didn’t happen. We thought our guide did a good job. Except his playlist could have been more geared towards a family, not the profanity that he had on. Not a huge deal to us but...

Kathi

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We very much were looking forward to our trip. It was a bummer we did not catch anything at all (with the exception of a small bass). We did try all of the methods to catch them, but it just didn’t happen. We thought our guide did a good job. Except his playlist could have been more geared towards a family, not the profanity that he had on. Not a huge deal to us but you should cater towards your audience. Also the boat we were told we’d be on was suppose to have a bathroom, which we could have used.
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Response from Hayden:
Hi Kathi. Thank you for the review. Sorry for the confusion on the rest room. We have 2 boats and one has a restroom and the other does not. Please always feel free to request any music you would like or we can blue tooth to your playlist.

Response from Hayden:

Hi Kathi. Thank you for the review. Sorry for the confusion on the rest room. We have 2 boats and one has a restroom and the other does not. Please always feel free to request any music you would like or we can blue tooth to your playlist.
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John

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Wonderful experience. Captain Foster was patient with kids and worked hard to find us fish. Would recommend 1000%

John

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Wonderful experience. Captain Foster was patient with kids and worked hard to find us fish. Would recommend 1000%
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review John. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review John. Love to have y'all back.
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Ben

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Hayden was fantastic! Super helpful and knowledgeable of the areas we were fishing. Caught 3 sharks, a sea bass and a toad fish! Also had something large on the line that snapped the line! Made memories and would highly recommend Hayden to anyone looking to book a fishing trip.

Ben

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Hayden was fantastic! Super helpful and knowledgeable of the areas we were fishing. Caught 3 sharks, a sea bass and a toad fish! Also had something large on the line that snapped the line! Made memories and would highly recommend Hayden to anyone looking to book a fishing trip.
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Ben. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Ben. Love to have y'all back.
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Josh

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Captain Hayden did a great job for us. He put us on fish, was very professional and we will definitely book with him again. Highly recommend

Josh

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Captain Hayden did a great job for us. He put us on fish, was very professional and we will definitely book with him again. Highly recommend
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Josh. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Josh. Love to have y'all back.
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John

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Hayden was a great caption and the kids had a blast!

John

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Hayden was a great caption and the kids had a blast!
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review John. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review John. Love to have y'all back.
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Benjamin

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Hayden did a great job making us feel comfortable, helping teach us, and was a pleasure to be around. We had a tough day out there, to no fault of Hayden. He was a true professional when we havi g trouble getting bites and did a great job getting us to other locations.

Benjamin

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Hayden did a great job making us feel comfortable, helping teach us, and was a pleasure to be around. We had a tough day out there, to no fault of Hayden. He was a true professional when we havi g trouble getting bites and did a great job getting us to other locations.
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Benjamin. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Benjamin. Love to have y'all back.
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Magnus

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super fun time, Hayden was a great guide. We went out in the early morning and he was right on time. It was him and 6 guys, we went out caught a few fish and had a good time.

Magnus

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super fun time, Hayden was a great guide. We went out in the early morning and he was right on time. It was him and 6 guys, we went out caught a few fish and had a good time.
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Magnus. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Magnus. Love to have y'all back.
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Jeff

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Had a great time. Service was excellent.

Jeff

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Had a great time. Service was excellent.
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Jeff. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Jeff. Love to have y'all back.
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Isai

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Great guide! Thanks Hayden, made a great trip.

Isai

Verified Review

Great guide! Thanks Hayden, made a great trip.
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Isai. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Isai. Love to have y'all back.
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Jennifer

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WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!!! HAYDEN WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND LET US PARTICIPATE NOT ONLY FISHING BUT BAIT CATCHING. WE ARE EXCITED TO GO BACK NEXT SUMMER AND ARE GOING TO GO WITH HAYDEN AGAIN!!!

Jennifer

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WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!!! HAYDEN WAS VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND LET US PARTICIPATE NOT ONLY FISHING BUT BAIT CATCHING. WE ARE EXCITED TO GO BACK NEXT SUMMER AND ARE GOING TO GO WITH HAYDEN AGAIN!!!
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Jennifer. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Jennifer. Love to have y'all back.
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Bernard

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Great trip, we didn't caught any fish, but we enjoy the trip. We will try again

Bernard

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Great trip, we didn't caught any fish, but we enjoy the trip. We will try again
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Bernard. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Bernard. Love to have y'all back.
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John

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Had a great time with Capt. Hayden. WE caught fish a large bull red, shark and skates.I tend to fish with him again

John

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Had a great time with Capt. Hayden. WE caught fish a large bull red, shark and skates.I tend to fish with him again
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review John. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review John. Love to have y'all back.
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Sean

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Captain Hayden was great! He helped our party out every step of the way. I definitely recommend you giving this trip a go! A lot of fun!

Sean

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Captain Hayden was great! He helped our party out every step of the way. I definitely recommend you giving this trip a go! A lot of fun!
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Sean. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Sean. Love to have y'all back.
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Rhett

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We had a great time and caught lots of different fish. Would definitely recommend!

Rhett

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We had a great time and caught lots of different fish. Would definitely recommend!
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you for the review Rhett. Love to have y'all back.

Response from Hayden:

Thank you for the review Rhett. Love to have y'all back.
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Marc

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Had a great time with Capt Hayden! He was professional, easy going, and made us feel comfortable right out of the gate. We made some life long memories and was definitely the best part of our guy trip! Thank You!

Marc

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Had a great time with Capt Hayden! He was professional, easy going, and made us feel comfortable right out of the gate. We made some life long memories and was definitely the best part of our guy trip! Thank You!
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Response from Hayden:
Thank you so much. You guys were great. Hope to have you back out in the future!

Response from Hayden:

Thank you so much. You guys were great. Hope to have you back out in the future!
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Potential Target Species

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  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea
Inshore
Jetty
Nearshore

Recent Fishing Reports

Early July 2025
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Late August 2023
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Short Skirts Sportfishing Photo Gallery

8 HR Offshore Reef/Harbor/Jetties
8 HR Offshore Reef/Harbor/Jetties
June 13th, 2025
Charleston, South Carolina
4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties AM
4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties AM
July 8th, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor
6hr Inshore/Jetties 24.5' Bay Boat
May 1st, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties Fishing AM
4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties AM
January 22nd, 2025
Charleston, South Carolina
4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat
4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 12PM
June 25th, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat
4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM
June 19th, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat
4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM
May 1st, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
Redfish Fishing in Charleston, South Carolina
3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 11AM
June 25th, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor
6 HR Reef/Nearshore/Jetties/Harbor
January 22nd, 2025
Charleston, South Carolina
4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties Fishing PM
4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties PM
June 25th, 2024
Charleston, South Carolina
3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat
3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 11AM
June 25th, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
4 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties Fishing AM
4 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 12PM
June 25th, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
All Day Offshore Fishing
Offshore/Bottom Fishing
January 22nd, 2025
Charleston, South Carolina
6hr Inshore/Jetties 24.5' Bay Boat
6hr Inshore/Jetties 24.5' Bay Boat
June 23rd, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat
3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM
June 23rd, 2026
Charleston, South Carolina
2 HR Inshore/Harbor/Jetties Fishing
3 HR Inshore 24.5' Bay Boat 7AM
January 22nd, 2025
Charleston, South Carolina
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