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Owner/Capt Blair Willis began guiding outdoor adventures in HHI in 1996, and running his own boat charters by 2006. He is not only a fishing guide but an engaging host with a wide knowledge of the local waterways and nature.
"I treat every trip as if it were an outing with my own family." — Capt. Blair
A Live One is a Freeman Boatworks custom 29' center console. Freshly re-powered for 2025 with Yamaha 300 twin motors, and a full electronics console refresh, it has everything you need for a productive day on the water. It's the only Freeman fishing charter on HHI, a high performance catamaran hull with an unmatched ride. The wide layout of this boat is more akin to a 34' monohull in terms of space, and unquestionably more stable and smoother riding than boats in and above its class. Get there fast and comfortably, with more time to fish!
Backcountry/Inshore trips on A Live One are great for kids and very family-friendly! Child-sized life vests are provided, but feel free to bring your own if preferred. Coastal/Reef trips are age 13+ recommended, and Offshore Full Days are best for 16+. 6 Max Guests for most trips (4 for Offshore Full Days).
Inshore trips are catch-and-release fishing. Choose coastal/reef or offshore options if you're looking to bring home a meal. Contact us if ANY questions. Results greatly vary by season and trip type, and we want to make sure to match you with the best trip for your crew!
All fishing tackle provided. Live bait is often targeted by cast net to start the day, or fresh cut bait as available. Fully licensed charter boat, so no additional personal license is needed. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol ok in moderation; no hard liquor, no glass bottles, and no *wheeled* coolers.
Please be sure to read the Directions for details on picking up your gate pass (!!!) as it is extremely important so you don't miss your trip.
Experience fishing in Hilton Head Island for yourself, and catch A Live One!
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Ben Bond
5.0
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Great skipper and very knowledgeable
2 Hour – Junior Anglers on June 23, 2025 • 1 adult • 2 children
We first found menhaden for live bait. The other captains worked together to locate the menhaden up around Corn Island. We then set out toward the Broad River almost down the coast even w HH airport. Capt Blair was noting how we were early enough to use the high tide change to low tide for the fish to swim against the tide to catch fish. This worked brilliantly as we actually sat between 2 sand bars and anchored. We tried whole menhaden as well as cut bait. Cut bait proved to be the winner as we ended up finding a school of fine toothed sharks. My son caught/released 2, I caught/released 1, and my younger we believe he caught one but it got off before we could get it close enough to the boat. Considering we were catching shark, their razor sharp teeth were cutting the line 3-4 times when we were close to the boat. My 7 yr old and 12 yr old both had a blast and Capt Blair was very patient and explained to them very well and showed/taught them new things about fishing.
Would definitely go back out, and certainly recommend Capt Blair. Our was a shorter 2 hr stint, as I wasn’t sure how the boys would take for their first one. He does 2, 3, 5 and even deep sea tours as well.
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Chris Gaetani
5.0
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Amazing charter
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure 10:15 on June 3, 2025 • 4 adults
Capt. Blair was friendly, and knowledgeable about everything evolved in our day. He knew where the fish were, what they were eating, and even gave us interesting facts about the geography and types of fish. I’d highly recommend going on this charter. His boat is beautiful and fast to the fishing grounds. We will be going out again, next time we visit. Thank you Capt. Blair!
Reported catch:
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Jessica Cattles
5.0
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Birthday Fishing Day
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (APR) on September 27, 2025 • 3 adults • 2 children
Booked for my son's 7th birthday who is obsessed with fishing and sharks. It was a HIT. Caught a shark, stingrays, and multiple kids of fish. The kids were THRILLED.
Response from Captain
October 8, 2025
Jessica, thanks for the opportunity to be part of your family’s birthday celebration. Glad we caught some monsters!
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Andy McLean
5.0
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Awesome Experience!!!
2 Hour – Junior Anglers - 10:15 AM on April 4, 2025 • 3 adults • 3 children
Captain Blair has been fishing these waters for decades but still shared the same level of excitement as my 6 year old. He is a genuinely good guy with vast knowledge and an AMAZING boat! Great with kids and adults alike! We will be coming back to HH Island next year and will DEFINITELY book another trip with him.
Response from Captain
April 7, 2025
Thanks so much for the feedback, Andy. I'm thankful to have been part of a birthday celebration and glad to share a special day with your family. You were a great crew and I'd love to have you onboard anytime.
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Kamary Crocker
5.0
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Great family fishing!
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (APR) on October 7, 2025 • 5 adults • 1 child
Captain Blair was super helpful and knowledgeable! He helped ensure our kids had a great time and celebrated when they caught fish! He was also very funny!
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Response from Captain
October 8, 2025
Thank you, Kamary. What a great family and a pleasure to have on board. looking forward to our next trip!
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2 Hour – Junior Anglers
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 25 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (MAY)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - May 24 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (APR)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Apr 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour – Junior Anglers - 10:15 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 10:15 AM
Seasonal trip
May 25 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (APR) - 12:15 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 12:15 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Apr 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (MAY) - 11:15 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 11:15 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - May 24 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
US $358
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 25 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure (MAY)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - May 25 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure (APR)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 9:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Apr 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure - 10:15 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 10:15 AM
Seasonal trip
May 25 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure (MAY) - 11:15 AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 11:15 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - May 25 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure (APR) - 12:15 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 12:15 PM
Seasonal trip
Mar 16 - Apr 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
US $538
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Backcountry Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 20 - Oct 31 (Mon, Tue)
US $718
Entire boat: 2 people
US $718
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Monster Shark
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:45 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30 (Wed)
US $948
Entire boat: 2 people
US $948
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip – Coastal Reef & Wreck
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 6:45 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30 (Tue)
US $1,378
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $1,378
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30 (Thu, Fri)
US $2,200
Entire boat: 2 people
US $2,200
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating
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Ben Bond
5.0
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Great skipper and very knowledgeable
2 Hour – Junior Anglers on June 23, 2025 • 1 adult • 2 children
We first found menhaden for live bait. The other captains worked together to locate the menhaden up around Corn Island. We then set out toward the Broad River almost down the coast even w HH airport. Capt Blair was noting how we were early enough to use the high tide change to low tide for the fish to swim against the tide to catch fish. This worked brilliantly as we actually sat between 2 sand bars and anchored. We tried whole menhaden as well as cut bait. Cut bait proved to be the winner as we ended up finding a school of fine toothed sharks. My son caught/released 2, I caught/released 1, and my younger we believe he caught one but it got off before we could get it close enough to the boat. Considering we were catching shark, their razor sharp teeth were cutting the line 3-4 times when we were close to the boat. My 7 yr old and 12 yr old both had a blast and Capt Blair was very patient and explained to them very well and showed/taught them new things about fishing.
Would definitely go back out, and certainly recommend Capt Blair. Our was a shorter 2 hr stint, as I wasn’t sure how the boys would take for their first one. He does 2, 3, 5 and even deep sea tours as well.
1
Chris Gaetani
5.0
Verified
Amazing charter
3 Hour Family Shark Adventure 10:15 on June 3, 2025 • 4 adults
Capt. Blair was friendly, and knowledgeable about everything evolved in our day. He knew where the fish were, what they were eating, and even gave us interesting facts about the geography and types of fish. I’d highly recommend going on this charter. His boat is beautiful and fast to the fishing grounds. We will be going out again, next time we visit. Thank you Capt. Blair!
Reported catch:
1
Jessica Cattles
5.0
Verified
Birthday Fishing Day
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (APR) on September 27, 2025 • 3 adults • 2 children
Booked for my son's 7th birthday who is obsessed with fishing and sharks. It was a HIT. Caught a shark, stingrays, and multiple kids of fish. The kids were THRILLED.
Response from Captain
October 8, 2025
Jessica, thanks for the opportunity to be part of your family’s birthday celebration. Glad we caught some monsters!
0
Andy McLean
5.0
Verified
Awesome Experience!!!
2 Hour – Junior Anglers - 10:15 AM on April 4, 2025 • 3 adults • 3 children
Captain Blair has been fishing these waters for decades but still shared the same level of excitement as my 6 year old. He is a genuinely good guy with vast knowledge and an AMAZING boat! Great with kids and adults alike! We will be coming back to HH Island next year and will DEFINITELY book another trip with him.
Response from Captain
April 7, 2025
Thanks so much for the feedback, Andy. I'm thankful to have been part of a birthday celebration and glad to share a special day with your family. You were a great crew and I'd love to have you onboard anytime.
1
Kamary Crocker
5.0
Verified
Great family fishing!
2 Hour – Junior Anglers (APR) on October 7, 2025 • 5 adults • 1 child
Captain Blair was super helpful and knowledgeable! He helped ensure our kids had a great time and celebrated when they caught fish! He was also very funny!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
October 8, 2025
Thank you, Kamary. What a great family and a pleasure to have on board. looking forward to our next trip!
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FAQs about A Live One
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
CatamaransCapacity
6 personsBoat length
29 ftYear built
2015Restored in
2025Boat manufacturer
FreemanBoat type
CatamaranEngine model
YamahaPowered by
2 x 300HPMax cruising speed
50 knots