Fort Walton Beach
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Captain
Timothy O'Malley
Fort Walton Beach, United States
Angler's choice
25+ reviews
I'm a fourth-generation fisherman who proudly learned and followed in my father's footsteps. I have owned and operated my own boats since I was sixteen. I commercial fished all my life and have now retired. My love and passion for the sport have brought me back to the sea to embark on a new chapter in my life: charter fishing. Book today so I can share fishing tricks, reveal secret spots, and ensure you have a fantastic time!
Charter
Rating
4.9
40 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (78)
What anglers say
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
All reviews (40)
Showing 1 – 5 of 40 reviews
Erin Fernow5.0VerifiedWild Child and Captain Tim are the best
4 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adultsWe had a great experience fishing on the Wild Child with Captain Tim. Not only was the boat comfortable, but the equipment and technology on board were very helpful and easy to use. Captain Tim took time to explain everything. He got us in the right water for the right fish. This was the first deep sea fishing experience for half of our group, and boy will it be hard to top. Not only did we catch good eating fish, Captain Tim filleted them for us! We got quite a bit of Vermilion Snapper, a few Striped Snapper, and even caught a 40 pound Amberjack. Captain Tim looked up Amberjack to see if we could keep it, but it was out of season. Thanks so much Captain Tim. We will for sure do this again.
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Response from CaptainThoroughly enjoyed having you and the family aboard the Wild Child. Look forward to having you again.
Stephen Bassett5.0VerifiedGreat family boat and captain - very nice outing
4 Hour Trip (PM) • 6 adultsWe had a relatively calm day and weather. Captain Tim quickly got us onto King Mackerel, then trigger fish and grunts, fun for the family to catch, and we brought home some nice fish filets. Very nice boat and accommodations for the 6 of us, clean, safe, and great equipment. I highly recommend this charter for families of varied fishing experience, or no experience. Captain Tim clearly cares about his clients and making sure everyone is comfortable and having fun.
Reported catch:Response from CaptainThank you so much. Enjoyed having you with us. Please come and see us again.
Jennifer Jennifer5.0VerifiedLoved the Wild Child!
4 Hour Trip (AM) • 5 adults • 1 childLet me start off with the boat. It was awesome! It was clean and ran beautifully. The fishing next! We caught so many different fish even my grand daughter caught her some! Last but definitely not least the Captain. Captain Tim was informative nice, on top of it all my grand daughter was confortable with him shes 5, and was genuinely a nice guy I would hang out with. Captain Tim gave us an experience unlike any other!
Response from CaptainJennifer and Tim we really appreciate having you and your family aboard The Wild Child. i really got a kick watching Charlee your granddaughter pulling fish! We hope you will come back aboard again. Sincerely Captain Tim O’Malley
Jeff Kleist5.0VerifiedGreat trip with family! Amazing Captain!
4 Hour Trip (PM) • 4 adults • 1 childHad a great 4 hour trip with Captain Tim. he took care of everything and made sure that the kids had a great time catching fish! Boat was very nice, big and had a covered area to provide protection from the sun! Everyone caught some fish! Definitely would recommend to anyone in the Destin area!
Response from CaptainThank you Jeff! Hope you come back again!
Glenn WilsonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip!
4 Hour Trip (PM) • 4 adultsWe had a great trip with Capt O’Malley! The sea’s were a little rough to start out, but he put us on some fish and we had a great time. Boat is super nice, has an air conditioned cabin and a restroom on board. Capt is very experienced and knew exactly where to go to put us on some fish. High recommend!
Response from CaptainEnjoyed having Glen and Kim and their two sons. Jp is a pilot and studying to be a commercial pilot and Jake following in his father’s footsteps into real estate. Fine young men and a fine family.it was a pleasure to have them aboard The Wild Child and hope to fish again in the future. Capt Tim OMalley
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- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
- Knotical Adventures Two – The Wild ChildFort Walton Beach, FL
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Another beautiful day on the Gulf of Ame
Aug 14, 2025 • Fort Walton Beach
Vermilion snapper, trigger bonita spanish mackerel lane snapper!
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Shark
Aug 3, 2025 • Fort Walton Beach
Shark, kingfish, vermillion snapper and amberjack(released) in
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Kingfish
Jun 17, 2025 • Fort Walton Beach
Hand line
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Shark!
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7-8 foot shark
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Catch and release
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King, AJ, Snapper
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Nice Grouper!
Jul 30, 2024 • Fort Walton Beach
Nice day on the water. Catch and release
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