Chuck Madden
Capitán

Chuck Madden

Shalimar, Estados Unidos
Aguas federales
100+ reseñas
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

Calificación

5.0
108 reseñas
5.0
Barco y Equipo
5.0
Capitán y tripulación
5.0
Experiencia de Pesca

What anglers say

100%
Buena experiencia
100%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
100%
Apto para niños
100%
Satisfecho con el barco
95%
Peces capturados

Todas las reseñas (108)

Mostrando 1 – 5 de 108 reseñas
  • Kaylee Wheeler
    Kaylee Wheeler
    Pescador habitual
    us
    Kentucky, Estados Unidos
    Miembro desde 2024
    2 viajes
    5.0
    Verificado

    Amazing trip! Amazing captain!

    Excursión de Medio Día de 6 Horas en el Golfo • 4 adultos

    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!

    Captura reportada:
    Medregal
    Huachinango
    Pargo de Manglar
    Pargo Rojo
    +1
    Respuesta del Capitán

    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
    Pescador habitual
    us
    Kansas, Estados Unidos
    Miembro desde 2019
    3 viajes
    5.0
    Verificado

    What a 4th of July!

    Excursión de Medio Día de 6 Horas en el Golfo • 5 adultos • 1 niño

    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!!

    Respuesta del Capitán

    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, Estados Unidos
    Miembro desde 2024
    5.0
    Verificado

    The Best Charter ever!

    Excursión de Medio Día de 6 Horas en el Golfo • 2 adultos

    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.

    Captura reportada:
    Huachinango
    Pargo de Manglar
    Mero gris
    Pejepuerco gris
    Respuesta del Capitán

    “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, Estados Unidos
    Miembro desde 2025
    5.0
    Verificado

    Expert Guide

    Excursión de 4 Horas en el Golfo para Principiantes (Mañana) • 3 adultos

    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.

    Captura reportada:
    Huachinango
    Pargo de Manglar
    Pargo colorado
    Respuesta del Capitán

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

  • Brooks Stepp
    Brooks Stepp
    Pescador habitual
    us
    Georgia, Estados Unidos
    Miembro desde 2022
    2 viajes
    5.0
    Verificado

    Great Experience!

    Excursión de Medio Día de 6 Horas en el Golfo • 3 adultos

    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.

    Captura reportada:
    Pargo de Manglar
    Huachinango
    Pargo Rojo
    Pejepuerco gris
    Respuesta del Capitán

    Thank you so much for the review and recommendation!

Capturas reales compartidas por nuestra comunidad

  • 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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