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For saltwater fishing off the Florida Panhandle look no further than Captain Fred Trotter. He has over 30 years of experience fishing off the Gulf of Mexico and knows exactly where to take you and what to do, to provide you with a great all-round fishing experience.

You'll be touring around on a 28ft Dusky. This center console was originally built in 2020 and is powered by twin 200s Suzuki engines, allowing you to cruise around the water up to 45 knots. It's got onboard fishfinder equipment and a live bait well to keep it nice and fresh for your fishing adventure.

You'll use a variety of techniques such as bottom fishing, trolling, and jigging to catch native species like Amberjack, Snapper, Grouper, and Redfish. Fishing for Amberjack is one of Captain Fred’s favorite chases though and he offers specialized charters for this activity.

As well as a Florida fishing license he offers top of the range rods, reels, and lures to aid you in your quest of catching the biggest fish of the trip. 

There's a hot sun on the Gulf of Mexico so be sure to pack your shades and plenty of sunscreen as well as extra drinks and snacks. No matter the fish you have in mind, Captain Fred will help you catch it along with many more.

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The 4-hour Captain's Pick trip lets Capt. Fred choose the best fishing for the day based on conditions and what's biting. Whether it's trolling, bottom fishing, or flat line fishing, you'll be set up for the most productive and fun experience possible. Perfect for anglers who want to leave the planning to the captain and just enjoy the action.

4 Hour Trip — Captain's Pick

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This 3-hour trip is perfect for anglers looking for fast-paced action targeting Spanish Mackerel in the bay. We'll be trolling with light tackle, covering productive waters where these hard-fighting fish are known to feed. Spanish Mackerel are aggressive and strike quickly, making this trip exciting for both beginners and experienced anglers. It's a great option for a shorter outing while still enjoying steady action and beautiful bay scenery.

3 Hour Trip — Spanish Mackerel

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This 3-hour Kids Special is designed to be a fun, easy, and memorable experience for young anglers and families. We'll stay in calm bay waters, targeting a variety of species.

3 Hour Trip — Kids Special

Pack your sunscreen for an of fishing in the Floridian summer sun! This is a family-friendly trip that's suitable for all. Whether it's your 1st or 100th time on the water, Captain Fred is here to help you every step of the way. You'll be chasing after the likes of Grouper, Kingsfisher, Redfish, as well as Red and Mangrove Snapper on this sun and fun-filled day in on the Florida Panhandle. On a summer there is no better way to kick off your day than by heading out to sea to catch a bucket load of fish. Mo

4 Hour Trip — Summer

This 4-hour offshore trip targets a mix of Gulf species, focusing on Snapper while also fishing for Grouper, Amberjack, Almaco Jack, King and Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and even Mahi Mahi when available. We'll fish reefs and structures using bottom fishing and trolling based on conditions. Great for anglers looking for variety, steady action, and the chance to bring home quality fish.

4 Hour Trip — Offshore

4 Hour Trip — Summer - 2:00 PM

A 5-hour trip will give you enough time to find fish and try out different techniques. You can mix trolling with bottom fishing and target species such as King and Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, Red Snapper, Grouper, and many more.

5 Hour Trip — Reel Adventure Combo

A 6-hour trip will give you enough time to find fish and try out different techniques. You can mix trolling with bottom fishing and target species such as King and Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, Red Snapper, Grouper, and many more.

4 Hour Trip — Captain's Pick

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