Join Captain James Bland and Wild Child Charters for a day of offshore fishing in Franklin County, FL. Capt. James offers offshore trips year-round. An experience which is great fun for the whole family. All ages are welcome aboard and you don’t need previous fishing experience.

Come aboard Capt. James’ 26’ Twin Vee center console that accommodates 6 guests. There’s a cooler on board to keep your drinks cold and fresh but you can also bring your own (especially if you want to keep the catch).

On your fishing trips, you’ll head offshore and fish for various species such as Snapper (including Red Snapper when in season), Grouper, and more. You could also hook into the likes of Spanish and King Mackerel.

Fishing equipment will be provided and the captain also supplies fresh water. You only need to bring your snacks for the day and you’re good to go!

Capt. James has fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming a professional fishing guide. Seeing people experience the same thing makes him happier than when he catches a fish on his own. He especially likes to provide someone’s first fishing experience and welcomes beginners.

Capt. James looks forward to meeting you on the dock!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Offshore Charter
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $1,100
    This trip is offered for up to 6 people in waters 20-30 miles offshore. When in season, you will target Red Snapper and Grouper. Other species targeted (but not limited to) will be King Mackerel, Pinkmouth Grunt, Rock Bass, Cobia, and legal Shark species.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
    Grunt
    Grunt
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip – Offshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,600
    This trip is offered for up to 6 people in waters 20-40 miles offshore. When in season, you will target Red Snapper and Grouper. Other species targeted (but not limited to) will be King Mackerel, Pinkmouth Grunt, Rock Bass, Cobia, and legal Shark species.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Thresher)
    Thresher Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
    Grunt
    Grunt
There are 3 people looking at this charter.

FAQs about Wild Child Charters

Wild Child Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,100 per group - 5 Hour Offshore Charter (5 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Offshore (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Wild Child Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Wild Child Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Shimano)
  • Live Bait (Usually prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)
  • First Mate (20% tip is customary)
  • Fishing License

Wild Child Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Wild Child Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Wild Child Charters include:
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grunt
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Meet the Captain

James Bland
Carrabelle, Florida, United States
5 Customer reviews
Response time 12 hours
Member since June 2019
Captain James Bland has been fishing and scalloping the waters off Keaton Beach, FL in Taylor County all of his life. His knowledge and experience on the Taylor county flats are extensive. If you are looking for a Captain to show you around this forgotten slice of paradise, Captain James Bland and Wild Child Charters are the right choice.

About this listing

Targeted species

Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper
Grunt Grunt
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Twin Vee (Center console) originally built in 2017. Powered by 2 140HP Suzuki engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn, Shimano
Live Bait
Usually prepared in advance
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water
First Mate
20% tip is customary
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
All ages welcome; bring life vests for kids
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
PayPal
Checks

Carrabelle Fishing Calendar

Loading Fish Calendar!
Please Wait...

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 5 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (3)
10hr trip
10hr trip
10hr trip
Angler rating
4
0
0
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
80%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 5 reviews
Kylen M.
Nashville, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

10hr trip

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 30, 2023
First location fish were not biting so we ended up going out father total of 75 miles. Captains promised that we would go home...
Kylen M. recommends Wild Child Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  James Bland Captain replied

Jason L.
Tallahassee, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 hour scalloping trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Scallop Trip on July 25, 2020
We had a great time scalloping with Captain James!  He and Trent were fantastic and we limited out on scallops.  Definitely...
Jason L. recommends Wild Child Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  James Bland Captain replied

Alan A.
Valdosta, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   6 Hour Scallop Trip on August 19, 2020
Alan A. recommends Wild Child Charters
Mark review as helpful
2 persons find this review helpful
You and 2 people found this review helpful
Alan A. recommends Wild Child Charters
Mark review as helpful
2 persons find this review helpful
You and 2 people found this review helpful

Tracie J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   6 Hour Fishing Trip on July 1, 2020
Tracie J. recommends Wild Child Charters
Mark review as helpful
4 persons find this review helpful
You and 4 people found this review helpful
Tracie J. recommends Wild Child Charters
Mark review as helpful
4 persons find this review helpful
You and 4 people found this review helpful

Gary O.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   July 7, 2021
The charter operator canceled 104 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
Mark review as helpful
2 persons find this review helpful
You and 2 people found this review helpful
Mark review as helpful
2 persons find this review helpful
You and 2 people found this review helpful