Guide:

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

***CATCH & RELEASE***

If your young anglers want to spend a day on the water hooking their first fish, this is the trip for you. Join Captain Don on this nearshore voyage designed to introduce your children to saltwater fishing in calm protected waters close to shore. Near Orange Beach, AL, there are plenty of fish to be caught including Black Drum, Ladyfish, Crab, and Trout. This is a trip that will stay with your kids forever and hopefully ignite a love for fishing.

You and your family will also target Sheepshead and Skate on this short, 3 hour charter. It is a very manageable time so the young anglers don’t get fussy and Captain Don is great with kids, being a father himself. There is a possibility of seeing Dolphins, Sea Turtles, and Manatees as well, which can be a very exciting experience for children and adults alike.

On this trip you will be aboard a 26’ Sea Fox powered by twin 300HP Evinrude engines and equipped with a T-top for shade. The vessel provides a smooth ride through the calm waters, ensuring a safe and positive environment for your family. And not to worry-–Captain Don provides all the light tackle and other equipment needed to hook fish as well as bottled water. All your family needs to bring for an unforgettable experience is snacks and excitement!…(catch & release)

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	3 Hours
1 Person	$450.00
2 People	$450.00
3 People	$450.00
4 People	$450.00
5 People	$500.00
6 People	$550.00

Pay 20% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Donald R.

Independent Guide

Laid-back

Quiet

Comfortable

Beginner Oriented

Quality

Captain Don is an experienced seaman who has been fishing the waters near Orange Beach, AL since he was a little boy. Above all, he is a family man who prioritizes safety and fun. His charters focus on teaching young anglers the ins and outs of fishing, while also having a blast. He is not just a guide who drives the boat and leads you to fish; rather, he will educate everyone on board about...

About Your Guide

Donald R.

Independent Guide

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Orange Beach, Alabama

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Family Fun ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sea Fox
Year Built: 2000
Boat Length: 26'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sea Fox
Year Built: 2000
Boat Length: 26'
Engine Manufacturer: Evinrude
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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

Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Fishing 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

4.8

based on 18 reviews

Jeff

Verified Review

July 30

Don was awesome! we had a 4 and 7 year olds and he was very attentive to both. he wasn't overbearing like some captions and let us fish, but was on it if someone needed help. If you have kids and want to finish I highly recommend this charter!

Jeff

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July 30

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Linda

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June 20

Great time!

Linda

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June 20

Great time!

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Trip: Family Fun Trip - ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Haley

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July 21

This was a great trip!! Donald was amazing with our kids! Very patient and kind

Haley

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July 21

This was a great trip!! Donald was amazing with our kids! Very patient and kind

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Aaron

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July 16

It was a very good trip.

Aaron

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July 16

It was a very good trip.

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Trip: Kid’s Trip ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Matthew

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June 8

We had Donald’s assistant and he gave us an amazing experience! Our family has been coming to the beach for many years and this was one of our favorite activities ever!!

Matthew

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June 8

We had Donald’s assistant and he gave us an amazing experience! Our family has been coming to the beach for many years and this was one of our favorite activities ever!!

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Trip: Hooked on Fun: 2hr Kid Fishing

Shawna

Verified Review

May 13

Had a great time out fishing with Captain Don today! Group of 5 adults and we all caught several fish. We all felt safe and everything was well maintained. The views of course were amazing! Will definitely use him again next time we are in Gulf Shores area.

Shawna

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May 13

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Aimee

Verified Review

March 16

Captain Danny was awesome! He was so good with my boys (13, 12, & 6) and us- I would highly recommend booking with this group! Capt Danny was so friendly and experienced, he was able to maneuver us around to catch some even when it was super cold. We really enjoyed it! They were flexible with us on scheduling too. If you're thinking of doing a beginner fishing trip- go this

Aimee

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March 16

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Trip: Family Fun Trip - ***CATCH & RELEASE***

William

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October 3

Great Trip Donald is very good at what he does. We had a Great Time and caught a lot of fish.

William

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October 3

Great Trip Donald is very good at what he does. We had a Great Time and caught a lot of fish.

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Trip: Hooked on Fun: 2hr Kid Fishing

Preston

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July 31

Preston

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July 31

We were disappointed with this trip. Don was nice. However, our inshore fishing trip not what we expected or have experienced on similar trips with other services. We BARELY left the marina, we went to 3 seemingly random fishing “spots” that yielded no fish and it didn’t even feel like he was trying to get us on the fish as a normal guide would do. After we got back to the marina, he let us know that he did catch and release only. This is NOT what your website said. We are very disappointed we paid so much money and weren’t informed of the guide’s preference for catch and release only.

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Trip: Kid’s Trip ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey Preston, we’re sorry to hear your trip didn’t meet expectations, and we completely understand your frustration. It’s disappointing that the fishing locations didn’t feel productive and that you felt there was a lack of effort to get you on the fish. On top of that, not being informed ahead of time about the guide’s catch-and-release policy is a huge oversight. We’ve addressed this with Capt. Don and have noted that his kids trip is...

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey Preston, we’re sorry to hear your trip didn’t meet expectations, and we completely understand your frustration. It’s disappointing that the fishing locations didn’t feel productive and that you felt there was a lack of effort to get you on the fish. On top of that, not being informed ahead of time about the guide’s catch-and-release policy is a huge oversight.

We’ve addressed this with Capt. Don and have noted that his kids trip is "CATCH AND RELEASE" in the title. We’ve reached out to you with a discount and would love the opportunity to provide a better experience next time.

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James

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July 17

Great trip with Captain Donald!! We caught a lot of fish and had a great time!! Highly recommend!!

James

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July 17

Great trip with Captain Donald!! We caught a lot of fish and had a great time!! Highly recommend!!

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Paul

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July 11

Super nice guy. Did his best to get us around to different fishing spots. We had fun. He did great getting all the fish off and baiting our hooks. Great trip for any level fisher. Not the best day for fish biting but it was fun.

Paul

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July 11

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Trip: Family Fun Trip - ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Lisa

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July 5

We loved Captain Ty. He went out of his way to accommodate us and we would definitely book with him again!

Lisa

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July 5

We loved Captain Ty. He went out of his way to accommodate us and we would definitely book with him again!

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Trip: Hooked on Fun: 2hr Kid Fishing

Tony

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July 5

The captain was very friendly and personable. It was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone.

Tony

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July 5

The captain was very friendly and personable. It was a great experience and I would recommend it to anyone.

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Trip: Kid’s Trip ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Michael

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June 11

Good trip. Recommend

Michael

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June 11

Good trip. Recommend

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Trip: Kid’s Trip ***CATCH & RELEASE***

John

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June 5

Very patient and good with the kids!

John

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June 5

Very patient and good with the kids!

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Trip: Kid’s Trip ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Dennis

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May 28

Donald was awesome! Great with conversation and helping the kids out. Definitely recommend him for your next fishing trip!

Dennis

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May 28

Donald was awesome! Great with conversation and helping the kids out. Definitely recommend him for your next fishing trip!

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Trip: Hooked on Fun: 2hr Kid Fishing

Craig

Verified Review

July 19

We had a great experience with Captain Danny today! There were three dads and three 8 year olds on the boat and he was such a great guide and teacher with the little ones. We caught some fish right away at the first stop and then spotted a number of dolphins on the bay. We all had a great time!

Craig

Verified Review

July 19

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Trip: Family Fun Trip - ***CATCH & RELEASE***

Gary

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July 11

Did a good job everyone enjoyed the trip.

Gary

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July 11

Did a good job everyone enjoyed the trip.

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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, bait, 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.