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***If Booking a Shared Trip we need a minimum of 4 people for the trip to run***
Olivia J Charters offers fishing trips based out of Freeport, Texas. Captain Rodney Chapman will get you fishing the Gulf nearshore and offshore waters, and will work hard to ensure you have a fantastic and fun day out on the water.
Step aboard his 29’ Pro Sports ProKat center console with T-top, which comes powered by two brand new Suzuki DF 175 4 stroke outboard motors to get you to the fishing action in no time. This vessel boasts ample space for up to six anglers, and provides a stable and secure fishing platform from all areas of the deck. It comes equipped with GPS, fishfinder, VHF radio, live bait tank, ice box to keep your drinks ice cold and your catch fresh, as well as a toilet for your comfort.
Olivia J Charters offers shared half day trips, as well as private half or full day trips, and Capt. Rod will be happy to show you the most productive methods to reel in your target species. Techniques include fishing with light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling and drift fishing, and depending on conditions and the time of year you fish, you may find yourself chasing after Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Cobia, Shark, Jack Crevalle, Red Snapper, Redfish, Black Drum, and more. Trips include rods, reels and tackle, live bait, lures, as well as cleaning and filleting of your catch at the end of the day. Fuel is included in the price. Not included is food, drink and fishing licenses. You can obtain liceses online or at other local retailers like Academy.
Charter Operator
Olivia J Chaters
Highlights
In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
88%
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Half-Day Shared AM on July 10, 2025
Arrived eagerly to go out and catch some fish! As we proceed out the gulf, we all could tell not going to be a normal day. Very WINDY with 4-5ft swells. Captain Ethane stopped the boat. Said guys, we ain’t going to make it out much further. Gave us an option of going back or fishing there along the coast for sharks. We chose fishing. Ended up catching multiple sharks. Had a great time and captain was very enjoyable. He turned a trying situation into a lifetime trip! Thank you for that and we look forward to coming back again… hopefully without the waves!!
Arrived eagerly to go out and catch some fish! As we proceed out the gulf, we all could tell not going to be a normal day. Very WINDY with 4-5ft swells. Captain Ethane stopped the boat. Said guys, we ain’t going to make it out much further. Gave us an option of going back or fishing there along the coast for sharks. We chose fishing. Ended up catching multiple sharks. Had a great time and captain was very enjoyable. He turned a trying situation into a lifetime trip! Thank you for that and we...
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Half-Day Shared AM on April 24, 2025
I have had several charters but Captain Rodney and Captain Ethan are hands down the greatest experience I have personally had. For starters, only me and my friend had booked the trip several weeks ago and expected others (folks we don’t know) to be on the trip as a shared charter. Unfortunately the others cancelled, but Captain Rodney didn’t even contact us to reschedule or cancel. Instead this man and his son took the time to take two old men from Oklahoma out on the water and try to put us on the fish. Not only did he put us on them, he had us reeling in fish almost from the start. I know I am personally blessed to have some awesome memories with one of my best friends and two new great guys (Captain Rodney and Captain Ethan). Thanks again for the great time boys and we will definitely see you again soon.
I have had several charters but Captain Rodney and Captain Ethan are hands down the greatest experience I have personally had. For starters, only me and my friend had booked the trip several weeks ago and expected others (folks we don’t know) to be on the trip as a shared charter. Unfortunately the others cancelled, but Captain Rodney didn’t even contact us to reschedule or cancel. Instead this man and his son took the time to take two old men from Oklahoma out on the water and try to put us...
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5 Hour Trip – Private (AM) on July 3, 2025
Ethan and Samuel were very kind, helpful and knowledgeable. We took our two boys, ages 7 and 9, who had been dreaming about catching some big fish and possibly even a shark and they made it happen. Our boys are already begging to go again so we will definitely be booking with them again, worth every cent for that memory!
Ethan and Samuel were very kind, helpful and knowledgeable. We took our two boys, ages 7 and 9, who had been dreaming about catching some big fish and possibly even a shark and they made it happen. Our boys are already begging to go again so we will definitely be booking with them again, worth every cent for that memory!
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5 Hour Trip – Private (AM) on June 23, 2025
Tough day on the water due to conditions but Captain and hand were both great doing everything they could to get fish in the boat. Friendly crew, and they will work hard in any conditions to get you some fish on board. Thanks again!!!
Tough day on the water due to conditions but Captain and hand were both great doing everything they could to get fish in the boat. Friendly crew, and they will work hard in any conditions to get you some fish on board. Thanks again!!!
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Half-Day Shared AM on June 19, 2025
Awesome experience was able to catch a ton of fish captain was a great guy real nice boat no problems at all definitely will do it again one day
Awesome experience was able to catch a ton of fish captain was a great guy real nice boat no problems at all definitely will do it again one day
Olivia J Charters offers the following trips to customers:
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Freeport, Texas, United States
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Captain Rodney has been a Coast Guard licensed captain since he was 18 years old, and holds a 50-ton master's license. He started working on a charter boat at the age of 10 in the state of Maine where he grew up living on small island with his Grandfather Lou.
Rodney C.
Captain
Ethan C.
Captain
Ben L.
Captain
Ellie C.
Other
Josh A.
First mate
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
State water (Nearshore) trips normally run 3-9 miles offshore. Federal Waters trips on "Vertigo" will run from 10-75 miles depending on the trip selected.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Toilet
portable
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Ice Box
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
On certain trips we will fish for live bait, but as a general rule we fish with, dead bait or artificial lures.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean and bag your catch at the end of your trip. We do not charge extra to clean your catch, this service is provided as part of your gratuity.
First Mate
We carry a First mate/Deckhand on a vast majority of our trips. All of our deckhands work hard before, during, and after your trip to provide with the best experience possible. The customary gratuity is 15-20 percent.
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
We don't set ages limits, but depending on the type of trip chosen we will make suggestions.
No Alcohol
Beer is ok No hard alcohol
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.