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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

The full-day trip is 7 hours and usually begins early morning and we return late afternoon. With a longer day, we are able to go to Dauphin Island, Ft Morgan and the Gulf providing more opportunities for fishing!

Start your morning on the water with a relaxed, early‑light launch — most trips begin around 6:30–7:00 AM, but we’re flexible if you need a slightly different start time. Our inshore trips are designed to put you on the fish quickly, keeping you close to the shoreline, grass flats, oyster beds, and structure where the Gulf Coast’s most sought‑after species feed.

You’ll target a mix of Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Cobia, and Sheepshead, depending on the season and conditions. Whether you’re sight‑casting along the mangroves, drifting over grass flats, or working structure for ambush feeders, we tailor the trip to the bite and your experience level. The nearshore rigs and artificial reefs provide great opportunities for Cobia, Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Triggerfish etc.

This is a great option for families, beginners, and seasoned anglers who want a productive, scenic morning on the water without a long run offshore.

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🛥️ What’s Included

We make it easy — just show up and fish.

• All bait and tackle
• Rods and reels
• Fishing licenses for everyone onboard
• Fish cleaning and bagging at the end of the trip
• Cooler space for your drinks and snacks
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⏱️ Trip Duration

4 hours

Perfect for maximizing the morning bite and getting back before the heat sets in.

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🌅 What to Expect

• Smooth, calm inshore waters. Gulf waters tend to be slightly rougher than the bay.
• Hands‑on instruction if you want it
• A variety of fishing styles (live bait, artificial, sight‑casting, structure fishing)
• Beautiful sunrise views and plenty of wildlife

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 24 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	7 hours
1 Person	$850.00
2 People	$850.00
3 People	$850.00
4 People	$850.00
5 People	$850.00
6 People	$850.00
7 People (two boats)	$1,700.00
8 People (two boats)	$1,700.00
9 People (two boats)	$1,700.00
10 People (two boats)	$1,700.00
11 People (two boats)	$1,700.00
12 People (two boats)	$1,700.00

Pay $100.0 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Rick P.

Independent Guide

Laid-back

Quiet

Instructional

Quality

Adventurous

Beginner Oriented

About Your Guide

Rick P.

Independent Guide

I’m Capt. Rick, a U.S. Coast Guard Master Captain with a lifelong passion for fishing and helping others experience the water the way I do. I’m 55 years old and live on beautiful Weeks Bay in Fairhope, Alabama, where my wife and our dog, Chandy, keep life grounded and full of good company.

You’ll be fishing aboard my 22’ BlackJack, powered by a 250 HP Yamaha — a fast, smooth, and reliable setup that gets us to the fish quickly and comfortably. Whether we’re easing along the grass flats, working oyster beds, or chasing a tide change, the boat is built for exactly the kind of inshore fishing we’ll be doing.

What drives me is simple: I love fishing, and I love sharing that experience with others. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or stepping on a boat for the first time, I’m here to make the trip relaxed, fun, and memorable.

Come aboard, settle in, and let’s go make some great memories on the water.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Bull Reds, Cobia, Snapper

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Trigger Fish

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Bull Reds, Cobia, Snapper

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Trigger Fish

What’s your favorite band?

Rush

What’s your favorite movie?

Star Wars

What’s your favorite sports team?

Atlanta Braves, Roll Tide

What’s your drink of choice?

Coke

What was your last halloween costume?

lame

What do you want for Christmas this year?

FLIR

How did you get started guiding?

I started guiding because I wanted to share my love of fishing with others. That and eat, I need to eat.

What makes you different from other guides?

A lot of guides can put you on fish — that’s not the hard part. What sets me apart is the experience you get from the moment you step on the boat. I run a clean, safe, modern operation, and I tailor every trip to the people onboard. Some folks want hands‑on coaching, others want to relax and enjoy the morning, and some want to chase a specific species. I adjust the trip to you, not the other way around. I’m patient, I explain the ‘why’ behind what we’re doing, and I make sure everyone — from first‑timers to seasoned anglers — feels confident and has a great time. At the end of the day, my goal isn’t just to catch fish. It’s to give you a trip you’ll remember and want to come back for.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Fairhope, Alabama

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Full Day Trip 7 Hrs Up To 6 Ppl

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: BlackJack
Boat Length: 22'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: BlackJack
Boat Length: 22'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: livewell, GPS, trolling motor, powerpole

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, 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.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 24 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart »

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

Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip. If you are subject to motion sickness consider dramamine or a scopolamine patch. Full day trips may not be suitable for younger children.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 24 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 24 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.