Heavy Hitter Charters
Heavy Hitter Charters
Get ready to track down and catch some big fish with Heavy Hitter Charters! Your captain for the day, Benny Hendrix, is a Florida native with decades of experience fishing the local waters of Fernandina Beach. So if you're in search of an action-packed adventure with a knowledgable guide who can put you on fish, you've come to the right spot.
You'll be fishing off of a 25' C-Hawk center console. This boat comes with top-of-the-line fishing gear, electronics, and safety equipment, and is perfect for navigating through shallow waters. She accommodates up to 6 passengers
guests and children of all ages are welcome aboard.
Capt. Benny specializes in inshore fishing – targeting Redfish, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, and Tarpon. You'll explore the backwaters of Fernandina Beach, fishing structures such as jetties and docks, as well as grass beds and oyster bars. Other target species include Flounder and various inshore Shark species such as Blacktip and Bonnethead.
If the weather allows, Capt. Benny also takes his customers out into deeper waters to go after Snapper, Bluefish, Kingfish, and other species that inhabit nearshore waters. No matter your skill level, Capt, Benny will work hard to put you in the right place at the right time and make sure you're having a great time on the water.
Top-quality Daiwa rods and reels are available on board. You'll also be provided with artificial lures, as well as live and cut bait, all included in the price. Your fishing license is also covered, so you can come straight to the pick-up location, and the rest will be taken care of.
Just be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing, bring sun protection, and any snacks and drinks you'd like. Get ready for a fun adventure and choose Heavy Hitter Charters for your next fishing trip!
Get ready to track down and catch some big fish with Heavy Hitter Charters! Your captain for the day, Benny Hendrix, is a Florida native with decades of experience fishing the local waters of Fernandina Beach. So if you're in search of an action-packed adventure with a knowledgable guide who can put you on fish, you've come to the right spot.
You'll be fishing off of a 25' C-Hawk center console. This boat comes with top-of-the-line fishing gear, electronics, and safety equipment, and is perfect for navigating through shallow waters. She accommodates up to 6 passengers
guests and children of all ages are welcome aboard.
Capt. Benny specializes in inshore fishing – targeting Redfish, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, and Tarpon. You'll explore the backwaters of Fernandina Beach, fishing structures such as jetties and docks, as well as grass beds and oyster bars. Other target species include Flounder and various inshore Shark species such as Blacktip and Bonnethead.
If the weather allows, Capt. Benny also takes his customers out into deeper waters to go after Snapper, Bluefish, Kingfish, and other species that inhabit nearshore waters. No matter your skill level, Capt, Benny will work hard to put you in the right place at the right time and make sure you're having a great time on the water.
Top-quality Daiwa rods and reels are available on board. You'll also be provided with artificial lures, as well as live and cut bait, all included in the price. Your fishing license is also covered, so you can come straight to the pick-up location, and the rest will be taken care of.
Just be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing, bring sun protection, and any snacks and drinks you'd like. Get ready for a fun adventure and choose Heavy Hitter Charters for your next fishing trip!
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Captain Benny was fantastic — knowledgeable, informative, and had us on fish right away. We landed about a dozen fish, brought our catch into town, and had a local spot cook it up into some amazing fish tacos. Great bonus on the out: we spotted a military submarine coming into port, which was a really cool first for me. Captain Benny made the whole trip smooth and fun from start to finish. he was patient with the kids on how techniques and everyone had a rod in thier hand at all times. Highly recommend booking with him if you want a productive, enjoyable day on the water!
Thank you all, i enjoyed it
I booked a two-hour trip with Benny for myself, my two kids (12 and 10), and my dad (82). We had a blast - a bunch of whiting, catfish, and spots in the first hour, before moving to a shark-fishing spot and pulling up some bonnet head and Atlantic Sharpnose sharks. Benny’s style is to help the kids do things for themselves (i.e., dropping lines and setting hooks, not just reeling in), and that was fantastic. We’d definitely do it again!
Thank you all I enjoyed it
We booked a 3 hour charter 9-12, after an awesome picture in front of Ft Clinch and a tour near Cumberland Island we pulled up at our first spot. It had a lot of catfish so Capt Benny immeadiately moved us a little ways away and Bam! We were on the fish; Whiting, Spot fish, Jacks, and even a few Bonnethead sharks! Everyone in the boat caught a bunch of fish, we then moved on to go after the big dawgs. Chunk bait in deeper water and we hooked into 2 good sized sharks. Everyone got a turn pulling on them and we got both to the boat. Capt. Benny was a great help to everyone, being born and raised in the area he had a ton of local knowledge and knew all the spots the fish like to hang out. Also just a great guy to spend a few hours with. All in all an amazing trip, we all made awesome memories and we would absolutely book Capt. Benny again!
Captain Benny was delightful; from the minute my family arrived at the bait shop he made us feel welcomed and safe. From charming stories about his past to endless jokes and anecdotes to keep the mood light, Benny is a full professional. There is no one I would have felt safer captaining myself and my family. Four hours flew by as Captain Benny took us around Amelia Island. With an impromptu tour, Benny was full of surprises. He truly cared about making my family’s experience worth while. There was not a moment where I regretted making room for Captain Benny on my trip and I can bet that you won’t either.
thank you all, i enjoyed it
We enjoyed our trip ! This was our 2nd time saltwater fishing but our first with heavy hitters. Captain Benny was great ! He was VERY knowledgeable and great with our 3 kids!He took the time to teach our kids about saltwater fishing . We fish fresh water and of course that definitely different. We caught 25 whiting, 2 Bonnethead sharks and a couple of saltwater catfish . It was great day on the water. Definitely would recommend him for anyone looking to do some saltwater fishing. Will book again if we are down that way again.
thank you all i enjoyed it
FAQs about Heavy Hitter Charters
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 12:15 PM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 2:30 PM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 3:30 PM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 4:30 PM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 5:15 PM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 6:30 AM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 6:30 PM (2 hours)
- US $375 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip (7:45AM) (2 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip (3 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip - 12:15 PM (3 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip - 5:00 PM (3 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip - 6:30 AM (3 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Sunset Bull Redfish (3 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip - Jettys (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip - Jettys - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
- US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Night BIG Sharks . (3 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Nearshore fishing (Jetty fishing )
- Backcountry fishing (Grass flats, oyster beds, & docks )
- Light tackle (Spinning gear for Trout, Reds, Sheepshead, & more )
- Heavy tackle (Used for Bull Reds, Shark, & Tarpon )
- Spinning
- Black Drum
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Flounder
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Kingfish (Southern)
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bonnethead)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Red)
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
Your captain
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Benny Hendrix has been fishing since he was 12 years old. His dad taught him how to fish and since then, he hasn't put the fishing rod down. He's a Fernandina Beach local and knows every inch of these waters. His favorite part of being a charter captain is putting his customers on fish and sharing his passion with others. Capt. Benny welcomes you aboard Heavy Hitter Charters for an incredible adventure off the Atlantic Coast of Florida!
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Benny Hendrix has been fishing since he was 12 years old. His dad taught him how to fish and since then, he hasn't put the fishing rod down. He's a Fernandina Beach local and knows every inch of these waters. His favorite part of being a charter captain is putting his customers on fish and sharing his passion with others. Capt. Benny welcomes you aboard Heavy Hitter Charters for an incredible adventure off the Atlantic Coast of Florida!
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Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:
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