1st Choice Charters – 24’
1st Choice Charters – 24’
Booked with us before? You may qualify for a Loyalty Discount. Sign in to check.
Formerly Southern Country Charters – now proudly operating as 1st Choice Charters under new ownership.
Come fish the beautiful offshore waters of Destin, Florida, with Capt. Magnum Owens aboard our 24' NauticStar center console. With new ownership by Blake Maddox, we're keeping the same great captains, same high standards, and adding a new level of energy to your experience.
This 24' NauticStar is powered by a strong Yamaha engine and is fully outfitted with GPS, fishfinder, a multimedia system, and a large cooler for your drinks and snacks. The boat fits up to 6 guests and is equipped with a livewell and safety gear for a reliable and comfortable ride.
We'll target species like Red Snapper, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Triggerfish, Blackfin Tuna, and more – depending on season and trip type. Whether you're trolling offshore or dropping baits over reefs, we'll put you on the fish.
All gear, fishing licenses, and catch cleaning are included. Just bring your food, drinks, and sun protection. (Children must be at least 10 years old.)
Book now with 1st Choice Charters and let Capt. Magnum show you why we're one of the fastest-growing names in Destin fishing!
Formerly Southern Country Charters – now proudly operating as 1st Choice Charters under new ownership.
Come fish the beautiful offshore waters of Destin, Florida, with Capt. Magnum Owens aboard our 24' NauticStar center console. With new ownership by Blake Maddox, we're keeping the same great captains, same high standards, and adding a new level of energy to your experience.
This 24' NauticStar is powered by a strong Yamaha engine and is fully outfitted with GPS, fishfinder, a multimedia system, and a large cooler for your drinks and snacks. The boat fits up to 6 guests and is equipped with a livewell and safety gear for a reliable and comfortable ride.
We'll target species like Red Snapper, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Triggerfish, Blackfin Tuna, and more – depending on season and trip type. Whether you're trolling offshore or dropping baits over reefs, we'll put you on the fish.
All gear, fishing licenses, and catch cleaning are included. Just bring your food, drinks, and sun protection. (Children must be at least 10 years old.)
Book now with 1st Choice Charters and let Capt. Magnum show you why we're one of the fastest-growing names in Destin fishing!
Trip availability and prices
| Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Customer reviews
Rating
Anglers' gallery (17)
What anglers say
All reviews (39)
We had an amazing fishing trip with Dusty in Destin, to say the least! He was friendly, patient, and made the whole experience so much fun. This was my stepdaughter's very first fishing trip, and she said it was her favorite part of our entire vacation! Seeing how excited she was every time she caught a fish made the day even more special. Dusty knew exactly where to take us, the boat was really nice, and he made sure everyone had an unforgettable experience. We caught lots of fish including groupers and limits of red snappers, then took to local restaurant he recommended for them to cook! We highly recommend fishing with Dusty at First Choice Charters and can't wait to come back! 🎣🌊💙
Thank you so much, Dana, for the amazing review! It means the world to us that your stepdaughter’s first fishing trip became the highlight of your vacation. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Captain Dusty he takes great pride in creating unforgettable experiences for every guest. We’re thrilled you caught some great fish and enjoyed a delicious fresh-cooked meal afterward. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Destin for another incredible day on the water! 🎣💙🌊
I recently had the pleasure of going on a fishing trip in Destin, Florida with 1st Choice Charters, and the experience was absolutely amazing from start to finish. The crew was professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable, making sure everyone felt comfortable and had a great time on the water. We caught plenty of fish and truly enjoyed every moment of the trip. I highly recommend 1st Choice Charters to anyone looking for a top-tier fishing experience. This trip was a 10/10, and I’m already looking forward to booking again soon! 🎣
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We truly appreciate you choosing 1st Choice Charters for your Destin fishing trip. Our crew works hard to make every trip fun, safe, and memorable, so hearing you had such a great experience means a lot to us. We’re glad y’all caught fish, had a great time on the water, and felt taken care of from start to finish. We can’t wait to have you back out with us again soon! 🎣🔥
How an awesome trip i will be returning 10/10
10/10—that’s what we aim for every trip. Appreciate you, Tumea! We don’t just go fishing, we put people on fish and make it a trip you remember. Glad we delivered and we’ll be ready when you come back next time we’re going even bigger. 🎣🔥
Appreciate you, Logan! Glad you had a great time and got on some fish. That’s what we aim for every trip. Looking forward to having you back out with us soon! 🎣
Thank you, Darby, for the recommendation and 4-star review! It was a pleasure having you and your family on the water. We hope Blake and everyone had a great time making memories together, and we’d love the opportunity to earn that fifth star on your next trip. We look forward to fishing with you again soon! 🎣🌊
FAQs about 1st Choice Charters – 24’
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (2 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (4 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip-Offshore Fishing (4 hours)
- US $1,250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (6 hours)
- US $1,250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (6 hours)
- US $1,600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning & Filleting: Included at no extra charge your catch will be cleaned and filleted for you after the trip.)
- Fishing license (Licensing: All fishing licenses are fully covered under our charter no need to bring your own. We also provide all fishing gear and equipment. Just bring your snacks, drinks, and sunscreen!)
- Offshore fishing (Fish up to 9 nautical miles offshore in state waters, or head further out with our federally permitted boat for deeper waters and bigger fish. )
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
Your operator
Destin, Florida, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
1st Choice Charters offers private fishing charters out of Destin, Florida, led exclusively by Capt. Anthony Dewberry, a local captain dedicated to safe, enjoyable, and productive trips on the Gulf. Whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned fisherman, every trip is tailored to deliver a memorable day on the water.
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
1st Choice Charters offers private fishing charters out of Destin, Florida, led exclusively by Capt. Anthony Dewberry, a local captain dedicated to safe, enjoyable, and productive trips on the Gulf. Whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned fisherman, every trip is tailored to deliver a memorable day on the water.
Real catches by this captain
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Destin right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Tuna (Blackfin)Compare similar fishing charters
State licensed4.8(156)26 ftGroup size 1 - 61 - 6
+74 hour trip • 4 personsUS $900
Federally permitted4.9(73)27 ftGroup size 1 - 61 - 6+74 hour trip • 6 personsUS $800
Federally permitted5.0(20)33 ftGroup size 1 - 61 - 6
+94 hour trip • 6 personsUS $1,000
