Family Tradition Charters 

4.9/5 (44 reviews)
 63 Hotz Avenue, Grayton Beach, FL 32459, United States

Grayton Beach has a fish with your name on it, so let Family Tradition Charters help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Van is prepared to put you on fish.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Amberjack, Cobia, Grouper, Almaco Jack, Mahi Mahi, Sailfish, Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, and anything else that bites. On the day of your trip, you’re likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle. Fish caught during the trip are yours to take home, so long as they’re within the legal limit. The crew can even clean your catch for you. Have a cooler ready in the car!

Your day begins aboard a 19’ Center console with room for 5 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain.

Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! It’s always wise to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Please use soft coolers only.

Your trip with Family Tradition Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

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Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $900 
4 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $1,000 
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $1,500 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 44 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

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Definitely recommend Van Butler
Family Charter was probably the best charter I’ve ever gone on a fishing trip with
Family Charter was probably the best charter I’ve ever gone on a fishing trip with
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

97%

Appropriate for children

97%

Friendly captain

97%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

100%

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Brandon O.
Brandon O.
5.0/5

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5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip on May 21, 2025

My sons and I had a great day of fishing with Captain Van! We probably caught about 60 fish, Mingo, Trigger fish, Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, White Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack and a few shark. Captain Van Will put you on the fish and if they don’t bite right away, he will quickly take you to another honey hole. I highly recommend Captain Van and Family Tradition Charters and will be using them on our next visit to this area.

My sons and I had a great day of fishing with Captain Van! We probably caught about 60 fish, Mingo, Trigger fish, Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, White Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack and a few shark. Captain Van Will put you on the fish and if they don’t bite right away, he will quickly take you to another honey hole. I highly recommend Captain Van and Family Tradition Charters and will be using them on our next visit to this area.  

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 Brandon O. recommends Family Tradition Charters
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James C.
James C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Family Charter was probably the best charter I’ve ever gone on a fishing trip with

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4 Hour Trip on June 10, 2025

Captain Van Butler went over and above with my novice fisherman daughters they were able to catch a limit of fish and some really big ones! I was very happy and would recommend it for anyone!! Captain Van worked really hard for them!!

Captain Van Butler went over and above with my novice fisherman daughters they were able to catch a limit of fish and some really big ones! I was very happy and would recommend it for anyone!! Captain Van worked really hard for them!!  

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 James C. recommends Family Tradition Charters

Dan W.
Dan W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Definitely recommend Van Butler

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4 Hour Trip on July 3, 2025

Van Butler did everything right to make our fishing trip memorable and successful. We were lucky to find him a month ahead of July 4th week. Next time I’ll book further ahead of time.

Van Butler did everything right to make our fishing trip memorable and successful. We were lucky to find him a month ahead of July 4th week. Next time I’ll book further ahead of time.  

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 Dan W. recommends Family Tradition Charters

Lanny F.
Lanny F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Great trip with my daughters!

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3 Hour Trip on June 1, 2025

Can’t thank Captain Van enough for a great time! He was awesome working with a couple of teenage ladies and their dad! He make sure we took precautions not to get some too! We have a great time! We will be back

Can’t thank Captain Van enough for a great time! He was awesome working with a couple of teenage ladies and their dad! He make sure we took precautions not to get some too! We have a great time! We will be back  

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Angela H.
Angela H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Wonderful Trip - Fantastic Team

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3 Hour Trip on December 22, 2024

Van and Brittany were so welcoming and kind! They knew the area better than anyone could imagine and were great with us first time fishers. We could not have had a more pleasant experience. The kids have asked if we can do this again every time we come down with Van and Brittany. We will certainly be back and recommend this time and again.

Van and Brittany were so welcoming and kind! They knew the area better than anyone could imagine and were great with us first time fishers. We could not have had a more pleasant experience. The kids have asked if we can do this again every time we come down with Van and Brittany. We will certainly be back and recommend this time and again.  

 Angela H. recommends Family Tradition Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2009
Boat manufacturer
Cape Horn
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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