About Your Guide

Chris Neugin

Independent Guide 28 years of exp.

About Your Guide

Chris Neugin

Independent Guide 28 years of exp.

Captain Chris is a born and raised lifetime local. Growing up in a house on Boggy Bayou, part of Choctawhatchee Bay, instilled a deep passion for the water and fishing.

He got his first small boat at the age of 12, which he and his friends used to fish every piece of water between Pensacola and Panama City. From there, he started his first job at age 14 as a deckhand on the Destin fishing vessel Lady Evinthia, the sister ship to the New Florida Girl which still operates today.

At age 18 he obtained his OUPV (6-Pack) Captains License and began guiding for Back Country Outfitters in Destin. He worked as a parasail and fishing captain for the next few years during the summers while in college at Embry Riddle in Daytona Beach, FL where he graduated with a degree in Aeronautical Science.

At age 21, he upgraded his license to a 100 Ton Master Captain with an endorsement for Sail and Assistance Towing. When college was over, he continued down a dual career path, working as a flight instructor on Eglin AFB, and freelancing as a Captain for a charter.

At age 25, while working as a pilot for Comair, he became the Fleet Master and Lead Captain for AJ's in Destin. Soon after he met his wife Brandi, who blessed him with their amazing Daughter Brinley. He was hired as a pilot by American Airlines in 2010 where he continues his aviation career to this day.

Now as the Founder and Owner of his Inshore Fishing Company, he continues his lifelong passion for fishing, flying, and sharing this amazing area we call home.

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Destin Coastal - 26' Blue Wave

NEW Niceville, FL 1 - 6 People 6 - 8 Hours From $1,200

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Destin Coastal - 26' Blue Wave

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Niceville

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	8 Hours	6 Hours
1 Person	$1,200.00	$1,600.00
2 People	$1,200.00	$1,600.00
3 People	$1,200.00	$1,600.00
4 People	$1,200.00	$1,600.00
5 People	$1,250.00	$1,675.00
6 People	$1,300.00	$1,750.00

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Join Captain Chris or Captain Joe for this fishing excursion across the waters of the Choctawatchee Bay, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the Gulf of Mexico nearshore. You'll be targeting Red Snapper, Grouper, Triggerfish, Amberjack, Mahi, King Mackerel and classic Florida gamefish such as Redfish and Speckled Trout using a variety of techniques. Depending on the time of year, you can also hope to catch Mangrove Snapper, Sheepshead, Blue Fish, Ladyfish, Jack Crevalle, and Black Drum.
You'll be primarily using different live and cut baits, depending on time of year, but Captain Chris and Captain Joe are always happy to use artificial lures if you desire.

You'll be fishing from the deck of a brand new 26' Blue Wave center console—a perfect craft for these waters. Powered by a 300-horsepower Outboard, you'll be on the fish in no time! Additional features include state of the art electronics with down and side view chirp sonar, multiple live wells and fish boxes, a lavatory (women and emergency use), spot lock tech to hold you over the fish perfectly, plus a hard t-top for extra shade ensuring a comfortable and successful trip.
Most everything you need is provided and comes loaded aboard. Please remember to bring sunscreen, a good pair of polarized sunglasses, non-marking shoes or flip-flops and a camera. A clean cooler with ice is provided on the boat, so feel free to bring your beverages and food of choice. No glass, please. A cooler to put your catch in at the end of the trip is also recommended.

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 5 days before the trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Destin Coastal - 26' Blue Wave

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Blue Wave
Year Built: 2021
Boat Length: 28'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Blue Wave
Year Built: 2021
Boat Length: 28'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Powerpole, GPS, Fishfinder, T-top, Trolling Motor, Ice Chests Sonar, Side-view

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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
Black Grouper	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good
Flounder	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good
Gag Grouper	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Jack Crevalle	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good
Kingfish	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good
Mahi Mahi	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great
Mangrove Snapper	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Mutton Snapper	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good
Red Grouper	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good
Red Snapper	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good
Redfish	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Spanish Mackerel	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Speckled Trout	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good