Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender

Always Hookin Fishing Charters is a father-and-son owned and operated charter service located in Jacksonville. USCG Captain Big Greg is retired from law enforcement with over 32 years of experience. USCG Captain Gregory has been fishing these waters since he was 5 years old. He is a full time Captain and Commercial fisherman. He also loves to fish competitively in numerous tournaments. Captain Gregory and crew have won or placed in numerous tournaments throughout Florida. Gregory loves to put you on fish and show you different techniques to catch them.

What sets them apart from most charters is their ability to find & catch fish AND their beautiful 31’ Contender Boat that is comfortable and quick. Our "Always Hookin" Contender is top-notch with a new interior, twin supercharged Mercury 300 Verado engines, and plenty of room to stretch out and fish. Smaller boats mean a rougher ride out and back, ride on our Cadillac of boats! We also have a marine toilet onboard (head).

They fish with newer quality equipment and rods and reels,they weigh less and are easier to reel. The Captains are also safety conscious, having newer electronics; EPIRB satellite beacon, satellite texting, 2 VHF radios, Type-1 personal flotation devices, and more.

Captains Big Greg and Gregory fish wrecks, reefs, ledges, & live bottom. They mainly target King Mackerel (Kingfish), Snapper, Cobia, Tarpon, Grouper, Black Drum, Dolphin (Mahi Mahi), Redfish, Tuna, and more depending on the season and conditions.

From novice to advanced, they will show you how to use their tackle for bottom fishing and different techniques for trolling big game fish.

All rods, reels, bait, tackle, and gas are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will also include all the necessary fishing licenses and permits for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. Tips appreciate



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Inshore, Near shore, Jetties 4 hour
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $595
    This trip is perfect for folks who dont want to go all the way offshore. We fish for various types of fish depending on the time of year. We fish the jetties, near the beach and have some other spots close by in the St. Johns River. We supply everything, including licenses. You just supply good and drinks :)
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
  • Private trip
    Morning 4 Hour Trip –OFFSHORE
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $895
    This is a half day offshore trip where we hit various places between 10-25 miles out. The crew takes care of all fishing gear, licenses, bait, and ice. You just bring your food and drinks. We target different fish depending on the season.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
  • Private trip
    Morning 6 Hour Trip – OFFSHORE
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,125
    This is our 6 hour offshore trip. The captain takes care of rods and reels, tackle, bait, fishing licenses, and ice. You just bring your food and drinks. You will mostly fish within 15-35 miles of the inlet. Depending on the time of the year we may slow troll for or bottom fish, depending on whats in season and biting. Join in and spend a great day on the water!
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    Morning 8 Hour Trip- OFFSHORE
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,400
    This is a nice trip for a party that wants a lot of fish but doesnt want to go all the way out to the ledge . We fish between 20-50 miles out on various live bottoms, wrecks and structures. We may also troll and sight fish on flat lines as well. This is a great trip and a lot of fun!
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    Morning 10 Hour Trip- OFFSHORE
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,700
    This is a 10 hour trip . We take care of everything, you bring your food and drinks and get ready to catch a lot of fish!! We fish mostly between 25-60 miles out and hit various structures and fish.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Tuna (Bluefin)
    Bluefin Tuna
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    Morning 12 Hour Trip OFFSHORE
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $2,500
    We hit the Gulf-stream or Ledge on this trip. This is the biggest and best we have. We go out 50-75 miles and catch deep water fish. This trip is good for up to 6 fisher folks. We catch a bunch of fish and its a blast going out that far! Come give it a try!
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Mutton)
    Mutton Snapper
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
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FAQs about Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender

Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $595 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Inshore, Near shore, Jetties 4 hour (4 hours)
  • US $895 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Morning 4 Hour Trip –OFFSHORE (4 hours)
  • US $1,125 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Morning 6 Hour Trip – OFFSHORE (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Morning 8 Hour Trip- OFFSHORE (8 hours)
  • US $1,700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Morning 10 Hour Trip- OFFSHORE (10 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - Morning 12 Hour Trip OFFSHORE (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet In console (see pic)
  • GPS Dual 12 inch Garmin 7612
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Live Bait Well Twin Tanks
  • Wireless Trolling Motor Brand New Rhodan GPS Spotlock
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box Coolers and fishboxes

Trips booked with Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We supply all baits. We use different baits depending on the fish we are targeting.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (My crew works for TIPS)
  • First Mate (On most trips)
  • Fishing License (We supply all your fishing licenses and permits)

Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (With the occasional inshore charters we will fish various structures in the St Johns River and parts of the Intracoastal waterways. )
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Most of our trips fish between 10 and 75 miles out depending on the booked trip.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Always Hookin Fishing Charters– 31' Contender include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Meet the Captain

Gregory Foxworth
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
43 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
19 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2022
Big Greg and Gregory are a father and son team, both USCG Captains that have been fishing together since Gregory was a little boy. Big Greg is retired from law enforcement with over 32 years of experience. Gregory is a full time Charter Captain and Commercial Fisherman. He has worked in the past for marinas also as a mate and Captain for multiple other fishing charters. Gregory has been operating boats on our waterways several times a week or more for years. Gregory has won or placed high in numerous fishing tournaments throughout Florida. He is one of most driven USCG/Florida State Certified Captains running boats in NE Florida. They opened "Always Hookin" Fishing Charters to work together and share their passion for fishing with you.
Our Team
Gregory F.
Captain
Big Greg F.
Captain
Kendall P.
First mate
Michael A.
First mate
Jonathan B.
First mate

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Contender (Center console) originally built in 2006, and restored in 2021. Powered by 2 300HP Mercury engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
31 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
With the occasional inshore charters we will fish various structures in the St Johns River and parts of the Intracoastal waterways.
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Most of our trips fish between 10 and 75 miles out depending on the booked trip.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
In console (see pic)
GPS
Dual 12 inch Garmin 7612
Fishfinder
Garmin
Live Bait Well
Twin Tanks
Wireless Trolling Motor
Brand New Rhodan GPS Spotlock
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We supply all baits. We use different baits depending on the fish we are targeting.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
My crew works for TIPS
First Mate
On most trips
Fishing License
We supply all your fishing licenses and permits

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
We welcome most children onboard our boat. Offshore trips no children under 4 years old please.
You Keep Catch
We clean them for you
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Captain Greg was the best
Captain Greg was the best
These guys were punctual, personal, professional and fun.
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
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Jonathan M.
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Caring and flexible captain provides a great day on the water!

VERIFIED   INSHORE 6 Hour Trip on November 20, 2023
November weather is challenging and Captain Greg was very accommodating after the sea state was too high for an offshore trip....
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These guys were punctual, personal, professional and fun.

VERIFIED   NEW  Inshore, Near shore, Jetties 4 hour on April 4, 2024
Weather conditions were challenging and yet Captain Greg and first mate John found the fish, showed us how to catch them and...
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Captain Greg was the best

VERIFIED   NEW  Inshore, Near shore, Jetties 4 hour on April 8, 2024
Super helpful with my 7 year old and we both had a blast. Also caught tons of fish! Plan on an off shore trip when I’m back...
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Chase B.
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Great crew, great trip!

VERIFIED   Inshore, Near shore, Jetties 4 hour on March 16, 2024
Captain and first mate were knowledgeable and fantastic. Put us on fish immediately and throughout the day. They were fully...
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VERIFIED   INSHORE 6 Hour Trip on July 13, 2023
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