Grocery Gettin Charters
+44If you're ready to enjoy fishing in Panama City, we've got you covered with Grocery Gettin Charters. Captain Jack will be your guide, which allows you to benefit from years of knowledge and experience.
Depending on the season, you might hook into a Gag Grouper, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Amberjack, Gray Triggerfish, Red Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Spanish Mackerel, and who knows what else! On these trips, it’s common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Don't forget to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!
Your adventure begins aboard a 32' Pro-Line walkaround with space for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.
A First Mate will be there (depending on availability) to make sure everything is running smoothly. If not, Captain Jack will make sure everything goes as planned. It's customary to tip the Mate or Captain 15–20% 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! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
Don't leave home without sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
The charter offers free night stays when a charter is booked. Located at East Bay Fishing Village. Contact them for more info!
You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with Grocery Gettin Charters?
Captain
Jack Whaley
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Good experience
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Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
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Satisfied with the boat
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Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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Best fishing trip I’ve done
8 Hour Trip on February 9, 2025
Captain Jack know what he is doing. He had us on the fish having us catch fish all day. We caught some big ones with his help. Very professional and very friendly. The stay at east bay fishing village that is included in the charter was amazing. Once we got back to the village Captain Jack filleted the fish and we cooked them fresh that night for dinner. We will definitely be going back and going fishing with Grocery Gettin and Captain Jack again. Highly recommend G
Captain Jack know what he is doing. He had us on the fish having us catch fish all day. We caught some big ones with his help. Very professional and very friendly. The stay at east bay fishing village that is included in the charter was amazing. Once we got back to the village Captain Jack filleted the fish and we cooked them fresh that night for dinner. We will definitely be going back and going fishing with Grocery Gettin and Captain Jack again. Highly recommend G
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Spring break 4 hour
Spring break 4 hour special offer! on March 19, 2025
What a great day on the water with Capt Jack. We arrived at their private dock to get the morning started they had the boat ready to go we made a nice run out about 8 miles and started fishing within the first cast we were hooked up it was hot and heavy for the rest of the trip we limited out on some snapper and moved to catching trigger fish and mango snapper then caught a few nice grouper and even hooked up with a shark we had a blast. Thanks again.
What a great day on the water with Capt Jack. We arrived at their private dock to get the morning started they had the boat ready to go we made a nice run out about 8 miles and started fishing within the first cast we were hooked up it was hot and heavy for the rest of the trip we limited out on some snapper and moved to catching trigger fish and mango snapper then caught a few nice grouper and even hooked up with a shark we had a blast. Thanks again.
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8 hour with CPT Jack
8 Hour Trip on October 13, 2024
Man what a trip!! First off, take the 8 hour and above because you get a free night at the best spot in the city! Private Inner coastal area that my wife enjoyed while me and my boy went out with CPT Jack. She recommends staying at their lodge any time of the year it’s so beautiful! CPT Jack was not only professional but Super Fun! My son loved spending time with him. Grocery Gettin Charters I’d definitely family friendly! He was super helpful with my son and I teaching us the ropes as we have never fished before! I learned a lot and bought a great rod and reel that Jack recommended so I can take it home to continue this new found love thanks to Jack! We are definitely going to be taking another trip out here this summer with my family to get the big fish!
Man what a trip!! First off, take the 8 hour and above because you get a free night at the best spot in the city! Private Inner coastal area that my wife enjoyed while me and my boy went out with CPT Jack. She recommends staying at their lodge any time of the year it’s so beautiful! CPT Jack was not only professional but Super Fun! My son loved spending time with him. Grocery Gettin Charters I’d definitely family friendly! He was super helpful with my son and I teaching us the ropes as we have...
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8hr. Trip with Capt. Jack
8 Hour Trip on July 13, 2024
I booked a 8hr. Trip with Capt. Jack and Grocery Gettin Charters for my Son , Father in law and myself. We had a wonderful time, Capt. Jack was very friendly, professional and put us on the fish all day ! We caught Red Snapper - Mahi and a lot of others in between. I can’t forget to mention our stay at East Bay Fishing village that was included in our charter . We had a great stay at the fishing village, being picked up for our charter right from there private dock was very convenient . After our charter Captain Jack brought us back and cleaned our fresh fish for us right at the dock. They had bbq. Grills right on there private beach where we cooked up our catch from the day . We had a Wonderful Time and we will definitely be going back! Highly Recommended! Captain Jack and East Bay fishing village won’t disappoint!
I booked a 8hr. Trip with Capt. Jack and Grocery Gettin Charters for my Son , Father in law and myself. We had a wonderful time, Capt. Jack was very friendly, professional and put us on the fish all day ! We caught Red Snapper - Mahi and a lot of others in between. I can’t forget to mention our stay at East Bay Fishing village that was included in our charter . We had a great stay at the fishing village, being picked up for our charter right from there private dock was very convenient . After...
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6 Hour Trip on June 21, 2025
Captain Jack did a really good job. Caught a lot of fish unfortunately several were out of season and couldn’t keep them and several broke off. Booked another trip with him. He kept us on fish as much as possible.
Captain Jack did a really good job. Caught a lot of fish unfortunately several were out of season and couldn’t keep them and several broke off. Booked another trip with him. He kept us on fish as much as possible.
FAQs about Grocery Gettin Charters
What are the trip rates for Grocery Gettin Charters?
Grocery Gettin Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $1,300 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - 8hr, 4hr fishing and 4hr island day (8 hours)
- US $1,700 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
- US $2,000 per group - 8 hr Red Snapper and more (8 hours)
- US $2,200 per group - 10 hour (10 hours)
- US $2,500 per group - 12 hr (12 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Grocery Gettin Charters?
When you book a trip with Grocery Gettin Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet The toilet is located in the cabin and is completely private. A sink for hand washing at your convenience and toilet paper are provided.
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Grocery Gettin Charters?
Trips booked with Grocery Gettin Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (If live bait is available and abundant, it will be caught and provided before we depart the dock. IF NOT, then we will have to either spend some time catching some on the way out or stop by the bait barge and grab some. ALL the other necessary bait will b)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (We will clean your catch and bag up for you however you want it! all fish cleaning will be done at East Bay Fishing Village)
- First Mate (one will be on the boat when available )
- Fishing License (All the fishing licenses are covered by the captain and the boat for your day on the water. Hassle-free. Step aboard, sit back, and catch some dinner! and bring back from groceries! )
What types of fishing does Grocery Gettin Charters offer?
Grocery Gettin Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (Depending on weather conditions)
What fishing techniques does Grocery Gettin Charters offer?
Grocery Gettin Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Grocery Gettin Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Grocery Gettin Charters include:
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Wahoo
Your captain
Panama City, Florida, United States
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Captain Jack is the owner of Grocery Gettin Charters. Jack has loved to fish since he can remember and decided to turn that passion into a career. Jack started pursuing his dream when he was 18 years old and moved to Panama City Beach. His family has owned a home there since he was 2 years old, and he has been taking his family boat out alone since he was 14 years old. Captain Jack started as a mate on several different charter boats of all sizes. He eventually earned enough sea time to get his USCG captain’s license. Jack has fished all along the coasts of Florida and has studied the industry religiously, gaining knowledge and experience to be the best captain he can be. Captain Jack most recently spent a year in Jacksonville, learning the northeast coast of Florida. He had an excellent season there, but decided it was time to move home to fulfill his dreams of creating, owning, and running his charter in Panama City Beach.
Victoria M.
Business associate
Jack W.
Captain
Liam M.
First mate
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Depending on weather conditions
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
The toilet is located in the cabin and is completely private. A sink for hand washing at your convenience and toilet paper are provided.
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
If live bait is available and abundant, it will be caught and provided before we depart the dock. IF NOT, then we will have to either spend some time catching some on the way out or stop by the bait barge and grab some. ALL the other necessary bait will b
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean your catch and bag up for you however you want it! all fish cleaning will be done at East Bay Fishing Village
First Mate
one will be on the boat when available
Fishing License
All the fishing licenses are covered by the captain and the boat for your day on the water. Hassle-free. Step aboard, sit back, and catch some dinner! and bring back from groceries!
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 included in price
Child Friendly
Kids are welcome and encouraged to bring along on the charter trip! If they are under 90 pounds they must wear a PFD (life jacket) at all times. We specialize in showing kids a good time and love to watch and help them reel in a fish!
You Keep Catch
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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 2.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Panama City right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel
Triggerfish (Gray)
Wahoo