Catching Fire Fishing Charters offer amazing fishing trips around Jacksonville. Captain Chad Duncan has been fishing in this area for more than 30 years. As he loves fishing tournaments, he designed the trips he runs in a similar style. This listing offers Captain Chad’s inshore trips, but make sure to visit his second listing if you’re interested in going offshore.

Capt. Chad welcomes you aboard his 18’ flats boat. She can accommodate up to 3 anglers. This boat is powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine and a wireless trolling motor for when you need to sneak up on fish.

Your main fishing spots will be in the St. Johns River and Intracoastal Waterway. Depending on the season, you’re most like to catch Flounder, Sheepshead, Redfish, Trout, and Tarpon. Capt. Chad will prepare live bait in advance, but he can also teach you how to catch it – this is especially fun for kids. Luckily, most of these species can be kept and your captain will clean and fillet your catch after the trip.

Kids of all ages and people of all fishing skills are welcome. You don’t have to be an angler when you first step on the boat, but you’ll definitely be one when you step off it. Capt. Chad is a great instructor and he will help you to catch your first fish. Join him and see what fishing is all about!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Sand Bar / Sightseeing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $300
    Have a personalized experience in the waters of NE Florida. Open some time at the sandbar, porpoise watching, nature cruise, or I'll provide you a boat ride to a local restaurant of your choice on the water. Depending on your party size (2-6 People) we availability of our 18' Flats Boat or 24' Center Console
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $450
    Captain Chad will take you fishing flats and rivers around Jacksonville. Your main targets will be Flounder, Redfish, Tarpon, Sheepshead, and Spotted Seatrout, but you cal also learn how to catch smaller fish for live bait! No need for a fishing experience – Capt. Chad will gladly show you the basics.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $550
    Go on a 6 hour fishing adventure in the St. Johns river and Intracoastal Waterway. Captain Chad will prepare your fishing equipment and also clean your catch after the trip. The boat is located at the Mayport Boat Ramp.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $700
    Capt. Chad will take you on a full day adventure! Your main targets will be Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Tarpon, and Redfish. Captain will provide your fishing equipment and drinks, you only need to bring your snacks.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
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FAQs about Catching Fire Inshore Charters

Catching Fire Inshore Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - 4 Hour Sand Bar / Sightseeing (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Full Day Trip – Inshore (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Catching Fire Inshore Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Catching Fire Inshore Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Catching Fire Inshore Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Catching Fire Inshore Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Catching Fire Inshore Charters include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Chad Duncan
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
4 Customer reviews
Member since December 2018
Captain Chad grew up in Northeast Florida and has been fishing since he was a kid. He participated in a lot of tournaments and loves taking his clients on tournament-style fishing trips. He specializes in teaching adults and kids to fish – he’s very patient and a great instructor. He works fire rescue as well, he’s a certified paramedic.

About this listing

Targeted species

Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead
Spotted Seatrout Spotted Seatrout

Boat specs

Back Country (Flats boat) originally built in 2003, and restored in 2011. Powered by a 250HP Mercury engine.

Length
18 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 1.5% charge will apply.

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Recent fishing reports

Had a couple hours to get out and catch
Had a couple hours to get out and catch
March 28, 2024
We had to wait for the storms to pass but the Seatrout bit was hot after they oassed. Kept enough for dinner and realeased another 15
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Inshore on July 25, 2021
Me and my wife an amazing day, and can’t wait to do it again.  The Capt. Was so friendly and knowledgeable, and went above...
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