Tired? Under a lot of stress? You deserve a proper break and a chance to recharge your batteries. Luckily, the Shallow Water Fishing Company has the right idea – nothing melts stress like the combination of relaxation and excitement that inshore fishing offers!

Captain Fred Laager runs his trips out of the lovely St. Augustine and Palm Coast estuaries, places known locally for their excellent productivity (and a great view to boot!). Join him aboard his 22’ flats boat, along with your best fishing buddy; she can hold up to 3 anglers in comfort at the same time. The boat was manufactured by Pathfinder, and powered by a 200 HP Suzuki outboard engine – she’ll take you to the hottest fishing spots in no time.

Capt. Fred will take you after a wide range of gorgeous inshore species. If you’re looking for a fight the local Bull Redfish are happy to oblige! Bottom fishermen will be happy to know that the Flounder in this area is fantastic. Other species you’ll go after are Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, Black Drum, as well as anything you may run into. Capt. Fred can even take you fly fishing, though you’ll have to provide your own equipment.

The charter will supply you with all the required fishing equipment, as well as fishing licenses. All you have to do is bring sunscreen and a camera to take pictures of your trophy catch! If you want to use live bait you can, it will stay active and appetizing long after it’s caught thanks to the onboard live bait well.

So, if you’re ready to set off on a memorable and pleasant fishing experience, you’re ready to book a trip with the Shallow Water Fishing Company.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Inshore Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $350
    If you're in the mood to let the stress evaporate, hop on this inshore fishing trip! You'll go after all the inshore top stars such as Redfish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and whatever else you run into! You will be supplied with all the required equipment by the charter.

FAQs about Shallow Water Fishing Company

Shallow Water Fishing Company offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Inshore Trip (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Shallow Water Fishing Company, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radio

Trips booked with Shallow Water Fishing Company include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Fishing License

Shallow Water Fishing Company offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing

Shallow Water Fishing Company offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Shallow Water Fishing Company include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Fred Laager
St. Augustine, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
54 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2015
Captain Fred Laager spent his youth fishing and hunting the east end waters and woods of Long Island. After visiting family in his teens in St. Augustine he made the move. Celebrating 25 years on the water in St. Augustine fishing the flats and guiding outdoor enthusiasts has been one of his greatest accomplishments and adventures. Whether you are on family vacation or a work trip or just looking to fish in a new place, join Captain Fred out on the water. Sit back and relax, enjoy the Florida sunshine and go on an adventure catching fish in St. Augustine!

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Center console) originally built in 2019. Powered by a 200HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
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 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
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
American Express

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
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Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
85%
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Anthony T.
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Fred is a well rounded captain

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip on November 21, 2023
Fred had a great plan for the trip he put us on a variety of fish in several locations. He kept the boat in position and advised...
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Conrad B.
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A great day on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Inshore Trip on April 17, 2024
Very happy with my day of fishing with Captain Fred. He was very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I hopefully will return...
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Jack S.
Anthony, FL
Excellent
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Half day trip with captain Fred

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip on June 26, 2023
Asked to target specific species and that’s exactly what we did. Excellent knowledge of the water on the intercostal and...
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Jack H.
Green Cove Springs, FL
Excellent
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Josh T.
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Fishing with Fred

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore Trip on October 13, 2022
AWESOME Trip in St. Augustine **hidden content** three were a bunch of rookies in the salt water world but we still got on...
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