About Your Trip

Water Type

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

Full-day offshore trip (weather dependent if we have to we can adjust to an inshore trip and adjust the price accordingly) this trip specializes in bottom fishing for Snapper, Triggerfish, Grouper, and live bait trolling for Kingfish, Cobia, Sailfish, wahoo and Mahi Mahi depending on the season. This trip can be anywhere from 9 to 45miles offshore. You never know what you’ll find out there.If any of the trips are a “meat trip” this is...

About Your Trip

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours
1 Person	$1,200.00
2 People	$1,200.00
3 People	$1,200.00
4 People	$1,200.00

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

Christopher D.

Independent Guide

Quiet

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quantity

About Your Guide

Christopher D.

Independent Guide

Captain Chris is a lifelong local of Saint Augustine and second generation captain with loads of knowledge of our local waters. Having fished his whole life from guiding salmon in Alaska to fishing the Florida keys he is well versed in whatever comes our way. Offering inshore, near coastal and offshore fishing adventures targeting a multitude of species with the ability to change tactics depending on what you want to do. Children of all ages, lady anglers, families and seasoned anglers are more than encouraged to join. There’s nothing better than putting a kid on their first fish or helping to grow their love of the water and fishing!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

400+ pound Goliath grouper or 180+ pound tarpon

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

Wahoo or cobia steaks!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

400+ pound Goliath grouper or 180+ pound tarpon

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

Wahoo or cobia steaks!

What’s your favorite band?

Sturgil Simpson

What’s your favorite movie?

Big Lebowski

What’s your favorite sports team?

Jacksonville Jaguars

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

The joker

What do you want for Christmas this year?

To old for gifts now. Time with family is most important

How did you get started guiding?

Family tradition

What makes you different from other guides?

I love what I do and love putting people on fish. It never gets old to me

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Start Location & Lodging Options

St. Augustine, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Pathfinder
Year Built: 2018
Boat Length: 25'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha F300
Total Horsepower: 300
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

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

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

Bottom Fishing
Deep Dropping
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included even bottled waters. I recommend bringing a small soft side cooler with drinks and food as well as sunscreen.

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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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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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.