Chuck Madden
Kaptajn

Chuck Madden

Shalimar, Forenede Stater
Føderale farvande
100+ anmeldelser
I've been fishing my whole life - almost 45 years. I retired from the Air Force in 2014, after which I made fishing my career - it's what I'm most passionate about. I considered pursuing other interests such as flying since I'm an instrument-rated pilot, but my heart belongs to the water. I've had a couple of fantastic mentors who have helped me get started and here I am, taking the opportunity to show others the time of their life!

Charter

Bedømmelse

5.0
108 anmeldelser
5.0
Båd & udstyr
5.0
Kaptajn & besætning
5.0
Fiskeoplevelse

What anglers say

100%
God oplevelse
100%
Venlig kaptajn
100%
Anbefal dette charter
100%
Egnet til børn
100%
Tilfreds med båden
95%
Fangede fisk

Alle anmeldelser (108)

Viser 1 – 5 af 108 anmeldelser
  • Kaylee Wheeler
    Kaylee Wheeler
    Tilbagevendende lystfisker
    us
    Kentucky, USA
    Medlem siden 2024
    2 ture
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Amazing trip! Amazing captain!

    Halvdagstur 6 Timer i Golfen • 4 voksne

    Did the 6 hour trip with Captain Chuck and WOW he did not disappoint! He was very responsive before the trip had even started and even called 2 days early to help determine what spots would work best for us. On the day of the trip, he had everything ready to go and we set out right on time. We had 4 people in our party and none of us are super comfortable with fishing, but Captain Chuck was always patient and helped teach us everything there was to learn. He worked his butt off to make sure we were always in a great position to catch some fish and he made sure to communicate all the important stuff to keep things running smoothly! We caught so many fish and had such a fun time! Will 1000% be booking with Captain Chuck in the future!

    Indberettet fangst:
    Stor ravfisk
    Rød snapper
    Grå snapper
    Rød havaborre
    +1
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Thank you for the review, Doc! What a great day, you guys were incredible to spend the day with! I’m looking so forward to fishing with you all again!

  • Jim Freeman
    Jim Freeman
    Tilbagevendende lystfisker
    us
    Kansas, USA
    Medlem siden 2019
    3 ture
    5.0
    Verificeret

    What a 4th of July!

    Halvdagstur 6 Timer i Golfen • 5 voksne • 1 barn

    Captain Madden did an amazing job! The day started out with a good bite in the first spot and then a quick move to a second spot where Captain Chuck got the fish fired up! We caught so many fish and such a variety of fish, red snapper, mangos, Mingos, scamp, Bonita and more. It was by far the best charter experience I’ve had in the past 20 years. We had folks in our group of varying ages and experience and Captain Madden took great care of everyone and made sure all had a great time! We will be back again to fish with Captain Chuck!!

    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Thank you for the great review Mr. Freeman. Your whole group had such a great energy and it was a pleasure having you aboard today. I look forward to seeing you again!

  • Wes Freemyer
    Wes Freemyer
    us
    Nebraska, USA
    Medlem siden 2024
    5.0
    Verificeret

    The Best Charter ever!

    Halvdagstur 6 Timer i Golfen • 2 voksne

    The day could not have gone better. Capt Chuck Madden was in communication with us for a couple days beforehand watching the weather. We got a good window a bit later than scheduled (thanks for the flexibility). Once we got out of the bay, we were on fish...a few bites early on and we moved a couple times, and Chuck had matched his places with the kind of chop we were in. We hit one of his favorites and we were hitting big fish immediately and it was sustained for some time. Big fish are what Chuck targets...what we were after and it turned out to be the best day on the water EVER for a couple of 70+ year olds who have been fishing together for 60 years. Big mangrove snapper, some of the biggest red snappers I have ever seen, good sized gag grouper (the grouper and red snapper were not open so we returned them to the water immediately) and a few other species. You absolutely cannot do better than booking Capt Chuck and his Above the Salt charter.

    Indberettet fangst:
    Rød snapper
    Grå snapper
    Fløjlsbars
    Aftrækkerfisk (Grå)
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    “The day could not have gone better”. Guys, with your willingness to handle the seas like you did and your enthusiasm, I couldn’t agree more. It made the trip more enjoyable than I can describe. I truly hope to see you again.

  • Misty Cheatham
    Misty Cheatham
    us
    Arkansas, USA
    Medlem siden 2025
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Expert Guide

    Begynder 4 timers Golftur (Morgen) • 3 voksne

    Thankfully, I was able to book Above the Salt with Captain Chuck last minute. He was professional, knowledgeable about where the best fishing spots are, and made us feel like we’ve known him for years. We caught lots of fish we’d never caught on a charter, and we even hooked a Goliath Grouper! We can’t wait to go back for a longer fishing trip.

    Indberettet fangst:
    Rød snapper
    Grå snapper
    Cinnober-snapper
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Thank you for the review! I truly enjoy making new friends. Let’s get that Goliath!!

  • Brooks Stepp
    Brooks Stepp
    Tilbagevendende lystfisker
    us
    Georgien, USA
    Medlem siden 2022
    2 ture
    5.0
    Verificeret

    Great Experience!

    Halvdagstur 6 Timer i Golfen • 3 voksne

    Captain Chuck was very professional from the safety training all the way thru the trip. True conservationist. We caught a variety of fish including a 8ft 300lb bull shark. Of course we released him back. Great day on the water with a great Captain. Would definitely book with him again.

    Indberettet fangst:
    Grå snapper
    Rød snapper
    Rød havaborre
    Aftrækkerfisk (Grå)
    Svar fra kaptajnen

    Thank you so much for the review and recommendation!

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  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    What a 4th of July!
    Jim F.
    Jim F.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Great Experience!
    Brooks S.
    Brooks S.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Expert Guide
    Misty C.
    Misty C.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    We had a great trip!!
    Brad E.
    Brad E.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Amazing trip! Amazing captain!
    Kaylee W.
    Kaylee W.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Amazing fishing trip/captain
    Brittany G.
    Brittany G.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Worked their butts off
    Chuck F.
    Chuck F.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Awesome Captain who is great with Kiddos!!
    Carl P.
    Carl P.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Fish On
    Devin A.
    Devin A.
  • Above The Salt Charters
    Above The Salt ChartersShalimar, FL
    Above The Salt is Above the Rest!
    Jason B.
    Jason B.

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