Afterdark Charters 

4.9/5 (16 reviews)
 
State licensed
 650 Lemoyne Drive, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, United States

Afterdark Charters 

Up to 9 miles
Dauphin Island, AL, United States
24 ft
6
4.9/5 (16 reviews)

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Fishing at night creates a whole different atmosphere and experience for every angler. Join Afterdark Charters from Dauphin Island and Mississippi, well, after dark. Captain Bruce will share his experience with you and do whatever he can to make you feel comfortable.

Just because the trip starts in the evening, it doesn't mean you have to send your kids to bed. Bring them along and spend some quality fishing time as a family. Anglers of all skill levels are welcome to join, so it doesn't matter if there are beginners in your group.

Everything begins on a 19' Carolina Skiff boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This flats boat is powered by a 115 HP Yamaha engine and a wireless trolling motor. Besides all kinds of the necessary safety and navigational gear, the boat also features a cooler for your catch.

On this charter, gigging is the key, so you can forget about rods and reels. You'll go after Flounder, Sheepshead, Ray, and Crab. Everything that you catch is yours to keep. Before you leave the boat, the captain will clean your catch free of charge.

All fishing equipment you'll need for this trip is included in the price. The captain also covers your fishing license. This leaves you only to bring some snacks and drinks, and don't forget to dress something warm.

Afterdark Charters will take you on an adventure this evening. Catch your dinner and experience a different kind of fishing.

Fishing at night creates a whole different atmosphere and experience for every angler. Join Afterdark Charters from Dauphin Island and Mississippi, well, after dark. Captain Bruce will share his experience with you and do whatever he can to make you feel comfortable.

Just because the trip starts in the evening, it doesn't mean you have to send your kids to bed. Bring them along and spend some quality fishing time as a family. Anglers of all skill levels are welcome to join, so it doesn't matter if there are beginners in your group.

Everything begins on a 19' Carolina Skiff boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This flats boat is powered by a 115 HP Yamaha engine and a wireless trolling motor. Besides all kinds of the necessary safety and navigational gear, the boat also features a cooler for your catch.

On this charter, gigging is the key, so you can forget about rods and reels. You'll go after Flounder, Sheepshead, Ray, and Crab. Everything that you catch is yours to keep. Before you leave the boat, the captain will clean your catch free of charge.

All fishing equipment you'll need for this trip is included in the price. The captain also covers your fishing license. This leaves you only to bring some snacks and drinks, and don't forget to dress something warm.

Afterdark Charters will take you on an adventure this evening. Catch your dinner and experience a different kind of fishing.

Bruce Howle
Captain
Bruce Howle
12 years of experience

Trip availability and prices

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Saltwater Bowfishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat)
Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Yellowfin)
Redfish
Flounder
+5
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
16 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Ty Garner
Ty Garner
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Night fishing with Captain Bruce
Saltwater Bowfishing Trip on May 2, 20222 adults

First of all, Bruce called the day of asking if I would like to postpone the trip for the following evening since the weather was not supposed to be ideal for bow fishing. Unfortunately I could not postpone but we had a great time anyway. Bruce had to work a little harder and the bay was pretty cloudy, but we still caught our limit in less that 4 hours. Bruce is very knowledgeable and his equipment is amazing. We had a great time and I recommend this trip for anyone.

Mark  Carpenter
Mark Carpenter
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Five hour trip with Captain Bruce
Saltwater Bowfishing Trip on March 29, 20222 adults

Great experience for my 14yr old son and I, Captain Bruce went out of his way to make sure my son had a left handed bow, thanks Bruce . Weather and water conditions weren’t optimal but captain Bruce worked all night to put us on fish, and it paid off. Captain Bruce had to change our launch location to be closer to better water conditions . We missed more shots than we made but we still brought fish home. Overall great trip and would do it again!!! Thanks Captain Bruce.

Michael Moore
Michael Moore
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2020
4 trips
5.0
Verified
5 hour night trip
Saltwater Bowfishing Trip on May 31, 20222 adults

We had some last minute things come up causing us to be about an hour late, and captain Bruce was very polite and understanding. Even with one less hour to fish, we had a very action packed night and got to see tons of fish and wildlife. I definitely recommend this trip to anyone who may bowfish back home, or anyone just looking to try something new and different than standard rod and reel fishing. Definitely see us booking again next year

John Sullivan
John Sullivan
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Night charter = no sunburn
Saltwater Bowfishing Trip on May 4, 20222 adults

Our trip was awesome. Captain Bruce's boat setup is very impressive. We harvested a dozen or so flounder with what I like to call a triton. We seen several different species of fish and even a baby fox on the shore. We have never taken a charter like this and Captain Bruce showed us exactly what to do. Overall experience was really great. I highly recommend Captain Bruce. Personal advice, wear comfortable shoes.

Bruce Lucas
Bruce Lucas
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Flounder gigging and bow hunting with Captain Bruce
Saltwater Bowfishing Trip on May 23, 20212 adults

A very different way to fish. Neither my friend or I had previous bow experience, but gave it a try, as well as gigging a few. Captain Bruce was infomative and showed us the basics to gigging flounders. He pointed out fish that I couldn't see even with him basically outlining them for me. He has a real knack for finding flounders. And really put in the effort for a successful trip. Really a cool experience, that doesn't interfere with your daytime activities. Certainly glad I experienced it.

FAQs about Afterdark Charters

Afterdark Charters offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $750 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - Saltwater Bowfishing Trip (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Afterdark Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Afterdark Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing license
  • Lunch
  • Fly fishing equipment
Afterdark Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Afterdark Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Ice fishing
  • Flounder gigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Afterdark Charters include:
  • Alligator Gar
  • Crab
  • Flounder
  • Ray
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your captain

Bruce Howle
Bruce Howle
Bruce Howle

Dauphin Island, Alabama, United States

16 Fishing Reports
16 Customer reviews
Typical response within 23 hours
Member since August 2020

I started guiding because I have always had a love and passion for the outdoors and taking friends and family on fishing trips. I want to share the fishing fun and excitement the Mobile Bay has to offer to other people.

16 Fishing Reports
16 Customer reviews
Typical response within 23 hours
Member since August 2020

I started guiding because I have always had a love and passion for the outdoors and taking friends and family on fishing trips. I want to share the fishing fun and excitement the Mobile Bay has to offer to other people.

The fish you can target

Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Crab
Crab
Flounder
Flounder
Ray
Ray
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Crab
Crab
Flounder
Flounder
Ray
Ray
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Long Beach Boats
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Bowfishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Ice Fishing
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless trolling motor
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Fishing license
Lunch
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

More details

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.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Crew keeps catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Dauphin Island right now

RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)

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