Jacksonville Rod-Bender

NEW Jacksonville, FL 1 - 2 People 5 Hours From $600 Trip #2251


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Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

Head out with Captain Chris to explore the inshore Salt and Brackish waters around the St. Johns River and all its tributaries chasing Redfish, Seatrout, Flounder, Snook, Black Bass and more. Captain Chris likes to start these trips at 6:45am to get out there for the dawn bite and early morning action! For all 6 hours, Captain Chris will be there to put his extensive fishing knowledge to make sure you catch what your looking...

About Your Trip

Head out with Captain Chris to explore the inshore Salt and Brackish waters around the St. Johns River and all its tributaries chasing Redfish, Seatrout, Flounder, Snook, Black Bass and more.

Captain Chris likes to start these trips at 6:45am to get out there for the dawn bite and early morning action! For all 6 hours, Captain Chris will be there to put his extensive fishing knowledge to make sure you catch what your looking for. Combined with his 20+ years of fishing experience and success you are sure to have an awesome fishing adventure of Jacksonville FL.

Captain Chris will bring a fully loaded boat no matter which trip you choose to run. He will have rods, reels, tackle, bait, and all the fishing licenses you will need for a successful and safe day out on the water.

He can also pick you up at any of the Jacksonville are boat ramps including St. Augustine and Amelia Island ramps as well. So let him know where your staying or whats most convenient for you, and he will meet you there!
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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund 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

5 Hours
1 Person
$600.00
2 People
$600.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

Chris H.

Independent Guide 23 years of exp.
Captain Chris is a native of Jacksonville, Florida and a graduate of the University of North Florida. He's been guiding in Jacksonville for the last twenty years. He grew up here fishing with his father and knows every nook and cranny of the many creeks and waterways of the United States largest city. He is an experienced boat operator and licensed U.S. Coast Guard Captain. Captain Chris is a regular inshore tournament competitor and he...

About Your Guide

Chris H.

Independent Guide 23 years of exp.
Captain Chris is a native of Jacksonville, Florida and a graduate of the University of North Florida. He's been guiding in Jacksonville for the last twenty years. He grew up here fishing with his father and knows every nook and cranny of the many creeks and waterways of the United States largest city. He is an experienced boat operator and licensed U.S. Coast Guard Captain.

Captain Chris is a regular inshore tournament competitor and he has been field testing for lure companies for over 20 years. He has far too many tournament wins to list, but he won the following major championships so far: 1999 Governors Cup Flats Fishing Championship, The 2003 Mitizi Skiff's Redfish Shootout Championship and the 2010 Xtreme Redfish Series Championship. Captain Chris is also an accomplished outdoor writer, his work has been published in Florida Sportsman Magazine, Coastal Angler Magazine, Onshore Offshore Magazine and more.
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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.
Jacksonville, Florida
Areas Fished
  • Amelia Island

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Jacksonville Rod-Bender
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Champion
Year Built
2000
Boat Length
20'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Champion
Year Built
2000
Boat Length
20'
Engine Manufacturer
Mercury ProXS
Total Horsepower
200
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box
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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 kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund 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
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Light Tackle Fishing
  • Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Fishing License, Ice Box, 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.

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