Blue Water Connection – Billistic
Blue Water Connection – Billistic
There's a fish with your name on it in Panama City Beach and Blue Water Connection will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Justin is prepared to put you on fish.
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into King Mackerel (Kingfish), Yellowfin Tuna, Vermilion Snapper, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, Red Snapper, Red Grouper, White Marlin, Snowy Grouper, Salmon, Gag Grouper, Lane Snapper, and whatever else takes the bait. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself fishing with heavy tackle, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Justin can also have you kite fishing.
Blue Water Connection is a child-friendly charter service, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!
You'll be casting lines from the Billistic, a 48' Viking sportfishing vessel with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, along with lures.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It's always wise to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
If you have any questions about fishing with Blue Water Connection, you can send Capt. Justin a message down below.
There's a fish with your name on it in Panama City Beach and Blue Water Connection will help you catch it! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Justin is prepared to put you on fish.
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into King Mackerel (Kingfish), Yellowfin Tuna, Vermilion Snapper, Wahoo, Blue Marlin, Red Snapper, Red Grouper, White Marlin, Snowy Grouper, Salmon, Gag Grouper, Lane Snapper, and whatever else takes the bait. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself fishing with heavy tackle, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Justin can also have you kite fishing.
Blue Water Connection is a child-friendly charter service, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Don't forget to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!
You'll be casting lines from the Billistic, a 48' Viking sportfishing vessel with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, a fighting chair, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, along with lures.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It's always wise to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
If you have any questions about fishing with Blue Water Connection, you can send Capt. Justin a message down below.
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Reviews (52)
Brendon Phillips5.0VerifiedGreat time out
6 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on June 28, 2026 • 6 adultsRodger and captain Chuck did nothing but help us catch fish. We got plenty of snapper and grouper for all 6 of us. Rodger was very knowledgeable on everything he was doing. Rule #1 any charter you take, listen to the crew. He truly knew what to do. And captain Chuck found all the schools, anytime we stopped getting bites they told us to reel in and they immediately went back to a new spot. 10/10 experience, great boat, great crew, great time.
Will Nixon5.0VerifiedGreat family fishing trip!
6 hour (12pm) on October 22, 2025 • 5 adults • 1 childWe had a great time dishing with captain Jimmy and Roger was great helping on the deck with all the bait and fishing poles. The boat was plenty big with lots of room inside as we were driving with good a/c. The kids all caught a ton of fish and had a great time doing so. I would definitely recommend using these guys. We will be back, Once we got back they helped take the fish right over to the fish cleaning service where we had most dry packed. Captain Jimmy gave us a recommendation where we could have the fish grilled up at a restaurant nearby. We went to J Maxwell’s a few blocks away and it was delicious. Boat was clean and my wife and I and the kids all had a great time and hailed in some good sized fish.
David Dunn5.0VerifiedExcellent Trip!
6 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on June 13, 2026 • 6 adultsFirst time booking a fishing charter, so wasn’t sure what to expect but we had a blast and caught a bunch of fish! We had mixed fishing experience levels but our deck hand was amazing and getting us fixed up and the captain put us right on the fish! We took home 85 fish at 95 lbs in a 6 hour trip! Will definitely book again!
Cody CoxRepeat angler5.0Verifiedgreat time
6 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on June 9, 2026 • 4 adultsWent down with some friends for a quick fishing trip. Bite was slow starting out which is just how it goes soemtimes, captain made sure to find us some fish to put in the cooler in the end! plan on bringing the family back next time and would use them again!
Anna BrickerRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAmazing crew, constant catching
6 hour (12pm) on June 8, 2026 • 1 adultWe so much fun, caught lots of snapper, grouper and trigger fish (which unfortunately were not in season. Crew was knowledgeable and great to work with. My mom is almost 70 and visually impaired and fished the whole time and had an amazing time. Would definately recommend.
Lucky Vaughan5.0VerifiedNice boat & great crew
6 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 8, 2026 • 6 adultswe had a great time in Ballistic. The captain and crew worked hard to put us in the fish, while dealing with dolphins. Very attentive deck hand and so nice to the inexperienced girls. I highly recommend this boat.
Robert Smith5.0VerifiedGreat 6 Hour Trip
6 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on August 7, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain Jimmy and Mike were fantastic and put us on fish right away. We were on an amazing boat, used great equipment and were made to feel like it was our own. I would recommend!
Saul Soliz5.0VerifiedBest Trip Ever
8 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 16, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 childThe crew was excellent! The deckhand was very attentative with everyone, especially the ones that needed it. We caught lots of fish and had a great time! Highly recommend and we will go again!
Korey Thompson5.0VerifiedAWESOME TRIP WITH AWESOME PEOPLE
6 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on June 10, 2026 • 3 adultsRoger and cap went above and beyond to make sure we caught fish dispite the dolphins playing tug of war all the way up we was still able to get fish in the boat it was a great time !
Jeff Jones5.0VerifiedRoger was great and Captain Charles did a great job as well
6 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) on May 29, 2026 • 6 adultsWe caught a butt ton of Bliners cause Snappers were out of season. We had a great time and ate them for dinner. They were amazing.
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We had a 6 hour trip scheduled but the weather was not good. The boat did well and got us out to various fishing spots. We were able to avoid most of the rain and lightening but the seas were choppy. The captain got us on the various spots and we caught some snapper and grouper but the swells made it difficult to keep a good stance. Through this all our deck hand (Mike) moved one fisherman to the other aiding us in baiting, getting the fish off and back in the water quickly. We had two novice fishermen on board (grandson and granddaughter) and they both did well thanks to Mike's instructions. Would definitely repeat and hopefully get a little better weather and sea conditions.
Rodger and captain Chuck did nothing but help us catch fish. We got plenty of snapper and grouper for all 6 of us. Rodger was very knowledgeable on everything he was doing. Rule #1 any charter you take, listen to the crew. He truly knew what to do. And captain Chuck found all the schools, anytime we stopped getting bites they told us to reel in and they immediately went back to a new spot. 10/10 experience, great boat, great crew, great time.
We had a great time dishing with captain Jimmy and Roger was great helping on the deck with all the bait and fishing poles. The boat was plenty big with lots of room inside as we were driving with good a/c. The kids all caught a ton of fish and had a great time doing so. I would definitely recommend using these guys. We will be back, Once we got back they helped take the fish right over to the fish cleaning service where we had most dry packed. Captain Jimmy gave us a recommendation where we could have the fish grilled up at a restaurant nearby. We went to J Maxwell’s a few blocks away and it was delicious. Boat was clean and my wife and I and the kids all had a great time and hailed in some good sized fish.
We had three 11 year old boys and their Dads for a birthday celebration trip. They went out for 6 hours on Ballistic II and caught over 70 fish! They were able to bring in a giant amberjack (released due to season, but it was beautiful!), vermillion snapper and a black snapper so big it won a contest! The captain, deck hand, boat and equipment was top notch. BWC communicated with me the couple days before and accommodated a date change due to rough seas. Our boys will never forget this trip. Could not recommend this charter more! Book it!!
First time booking a fishing charter, so wasn’t sure what to expect but we had a blast and caught a bunch of fish! We had mixed fishing experience levels but our deck hand was amazing and getting us fixed up and the captain put us right on the fish! We took home 85 fish at 95 lbs in a 6 hour trip! Will definitely book again!
FAQs about Blue Water Connection – Billistic
- US $1,200 per group - 4 hour (1:30pm) (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - 4 hour (12pm) (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - 4 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) (4 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - 6 hour (1:30pm) (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - 6 hour (12pm) (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - 6 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) (6 hours)
- US $2,400 per group - 8 hour (1:30pm) (8 hours)
- US $2,400 per group - 8 hour (12pm) (8 hours)
- US $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) (8 hours)
- US $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) (8 hours)
- US $2,700 per group - 9 Hour Trip - Summer (6/1) - (9/30) (9 hours)
- US $3,000 per group - 10 Hour Trip - Summer (6/1)-(9/30) (10 hours)
- US $3,000 per group - 10 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) (10 hours)
- US $3,600 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Summer (6/1)-(9/30) (12 hours)
- US $3,600 per group - 12 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) (12 hours)
- Toilet The boat has two full restrooms with full-size toilets
- Air conditioning
- Fighting chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- First mate (First name is Roger, he's been working on this boat for six years. Without going very good with kids. never had a complaint about Roger. )
- Fishing license (The boat holds a fishing license that covers all passengers, the only thing you need to bring it whatever you want to eat and drink. )
- Offshore fishing (The distance traveled off shore depends on the length of the trip, on a four hour trip we fish somewhere between 1 to 7 miles, six hour trip 13 to 18 miles, eight hour trip around 20 miles, 10 hour trip 25 to 35 miles, 12 hour trip could be over 45 miles )
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Drift fishing
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Grouper (Snowy)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Marlin (White)
- Salmon
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Your operator
Panama City Beach, 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.
Captain Justin Steele's main priority on his fishing charters is to ensure that his customers get the most out of fishing in Panama City Beach. To achieve that, he supplies a hard working, experienced crew, the latest tackle, and a clean and well-maintained boat. Not only does he know where the fish are, he provides a friendly and professional service as well, all aboard one of the best charter boats in the area – the Billistic and Reelistc. He's joined by Capt. Jimmy Barton, an experienced and friendly captain. Depending on your trip, you'll get to experience a first-class fishing experience with either Jimmy or Justin, and will be treated to plenty of first-hand advice and knowledge.
Jimmy B.
Captain
Roger D.
First mate
Brannon K.
First mate
Si N.
First mate
Charles C.
Captain
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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.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Panama City Beach right now
Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)
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