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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Hop on board with Captain Jimmy and get ready for an action-packed day of fishing the flats in the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village"! The inshore waters around Destin, namely Choctawhatchee Bay, are a great spot to catch some sought-after fish without having to trek into the deep waters.

Captain Jimmy will help you target a variety of species on this 4 to 6-hour adventure, including Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. All you'll need to target these picture-worthy fish is classic light tackle with artificial lures or live bait. Whichever fish you want to go after, just let Captain Jimmy know and he'll get you set up with the best bait/lure to get one on the line! He'll even clean any keepers you catch for no additional charge.

You’ll be fishing aboard a 18' Pathfinder bay boat that can fit up to 4 anglers. Its 90 HP Yamaha engine will get you where the fish are biting in the beautiful blue Choctawhatchee waters. Captain Jimmy's vessel is equipped with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, and a Wireless Trolling Motor to make your fishing experience as seamless as possible.

Captain Jimmy will provide all license,rods, reels, tackle and live bait. We recommend you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and any food or drinks you might need to keep those energy levels up. Climb aboard with Captain Jimmy!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

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 1 days before the trip.

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

	4 hours	6 hours
1 Person	$500.00	$600.00
2 People	$575.00	$675.00
3 People	$650.00	$750.00
4 People	$725.00	$800.00
5 People (two boats)	$1,300.00	$1,500.00
6 People (two boats)	$1,300.00	$1,500.00
7 People (two boats)	$1,450.00	$1,600.00
8 People (two boats)	$1,450.00	$1,600.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Jimmy E.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quantity

If you're looking for a guide extensive local knowledge, look no further than Captain Jimmy; He's been fishing the Florida Panhandle for decades and will use his trade secrets to give you the best fishing experience he can!

For Captain Jimmy, fishing is more than just a job. He loves every moment of being out on the water and strives to show anglers the exciting fishing experience that got him hooked in the first place....

About Your Guide

Jimmy E.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

As a guide, 40"-45" Redfish are not uncommon in July.

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

Fish, fish and more fish!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

As a guide, 40"-45" Redfish are not uncommon in July.

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

Fish, fish and more fish!

Whats your favorite sports team?

LSU Tigers

Whats your drink of choice?

Flavored water

What was your last halloween costume?

Jack, my wife was Jill

How did you get started guiding?

We grew up on the water, fishing recreational, commercial. After retirement from Fire/Rescue, my older brother kinda got me to join him in guiding.

What makes you different from other guides?

I just love to see people get a fish on, those smiles are just pure joy

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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.

Panama City Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Boat Length: 18'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Boat Length: 18'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 90
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

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 1 days before the trip.

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 .

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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

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

License, RODS, REELS & TACKLE included.

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 up to 1 day before the trip and receive credit back to your account. 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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 8 reviews

Steve

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August 31

Captain Jimmy took great care of us and helped my son and his friend create the memory of a lifetime!

Steve

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August 31

Captain Jimmy took great care of us and helped my son and his friend create the memory of a lifetime!

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Trip: Early PCBeach Trip

David

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June 12

Had a great time with Jimmy on the water today, he put us on the fish and we had a great time catching tons of speckled trout. Had two teenage girls with me and they had a great time also and Jimmy kept it light and entertaining the whole time. Couldn’t have asked for more. Will definitely look to have another trip with him soon. Thanks

David

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June 12

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Kenneth

Verified Review

March 13

First class.

Kenneth

Verified Review

March 13

First class.

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Peter

Verified Review

November 17

Great trip today with Jimmy. Perfect weather and company. Even caught a few fish. Will definitely go fishing with him again!

Peter

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November 17

Great trip today with Jimmy. Perfect weather and company. Even caught a few fish. Will definitely go fishing with him again!

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Trip: Early PCBeach Trip

John

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May 8

Capt. Jimmy is great! Kept us on fish the entire time. Thanks

John

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May 8

Capt. Jimmy is great! Kept us on fish the entire time. Thanks

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Terry

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July 12

Captain Jimmy was awesome!
The weather was not co-operating with us, but the Captain did everything that he could to get us on fish.
we did catch a few - they just we not big enough to keep (spotted trout were 13"
- 14")
I think the Captain was more upset about us not catching fish than we were.
Thank you Captain Jimmy!

Terry

Verified Review

July 12

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Charlie

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November 19

Captain Jimmy is a gentleman and a scholar! I had one of the best days on the water. This was my first time salt water fishing and he got me hooked 🪝!!

Charlie

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November 19

Captain Jimmy is a gentleman and a scholar! I had one of the best days on the water. This was my first time salt water fishing and he got me hooked 🪝!!

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Herbert

Verified Review

July 27

Jimmy thank you for being a great guide and person. You helped make the trip memorable we appreciate it very much.

Herbert

Verified Review

July 27

Jimmy thank you for being a great guide and person. You helped make the trip memorable we appreciate it very much.

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Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

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.