Charter Operator
A Live One

Member since January 2025 Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
I'm a lifelong fisherman with 29 years experience guiding professional outdoor adventures, and running my own charters since 2006. I grew up fishing and exploring the water with my family and friends, and it's become my lifelong passion to share these experiences with others. My goal is to make sure you have a safe, comfortable, and fun experience on your adventure with A Live One.
Techniques
Inshore: Fresh natural baits, live when available, bottom fishing and light trolling. Offshore: Live and Artificial baits, bottom fishing, jigging, trolling

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Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
I'm a lifelong fisherman with 29 years experience guiding professional outdoor adventures, and running my own charters since 2006. I grew up fishing and exploring the water with my family and friends, and it's become my lifelong passion to share these experiences with others. My goal is to make sure you have a safe, comfortable, and fun experience on your adventure with A Live One.
Techniques
Inshore: Fresh natural baits, live when available, bottom fishing and light trolling. Offshore: Live and Artificial baits, bottom fishing, jigging, trolling
Anglers Choice
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A Live One

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(22 reviews)
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Hilton Head Island
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Trips from US $358

Fishing Reports

Biggest shark so far in April, and more!
Biggest shark so far in April, and more!
Apr 13, 2025 Hilton Head Island
Had a great shark fishing trip with the "W Crew" and despite an overall slower pace, we managed to catch a few nice ones. One was in the 4ยฝ-5 foot range, biggest so far for April, and one of the smallest baby bonnetheads on the other end of the spectrum, and a blacktip in between. The kids were stoked with the action and we got to see some dolphins along the way, too.
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Mobula
Mobula "Devil Ray" & Bluefish "Piranha"!
Apr 8, 2025 Hilton Head Island
Here are videos of some unexpected catches this week. One is a Mobula Ray, also known as a "Devil Ray," which is in the same family as the larger Manta Rays. This one was big enough and put up a tremendous fight, to be battled and caught solo by a 13 year old. I didn't count but I can tell you this thing jumped 15 if not 20 times during the fight, put on a spectacular aerial performance and remained hooked up. Smaller but still of note was a surprise bluefish which I aptly call a "Saltwater Piranha." These chompers will take every opportunity to bite you, and they don't bite just once, but usually in series. My fingers hurt just typing about it. You'll want to keep yours clear of a bluefish's mouth at all times. Check out the video where I mention the nickname "Piranha" and the angler suddenly decides *not* to hold the fish.
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Big Bull Red & Bonnetheads!
Big Bull Red & Bonnetheads!
Apr 3, 2025 Hilton Head Island
Weather conditions were near optimal, with temps in the high 60s to start (at 7am) and low to mid 70s by the end of the morning. A decent breeze from the south kept us comfortable, although a couple times it gusted well in the 20s but not bad for the spots we picked. Had a real nice family from TN on board today with a couple teenage baseball players looking for some excitement. It took some patience, but they were finally rewarded with some great action from several bonnethead sharks and a NICE bull redfish. While we donโ€™t expect bull reds every trip, weโ€™re always hoping for them this time of year. This one put up a great fight and swam away strong after a quick photo shoot. These are seriously trophy fish, and weโ€™re lucky to have them around. Thatโ€™s why the โ€œkeeperโ€ size limit is between 15-23 inches, allowing the mature adults to keep growing for a highly sustainable fishery. Certain times of the tidal cycle present the best opportunity for bull reds (combined with specific locations) so if this is something youโ€™d like to go for, please let us know and we might suggest adjusting your trip timing to the most ideal range.
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First Shark of the Season
First Shark of the Season
Mar 19, 2025 Hilton Head Island
Picked up our first shark of the season, a bonnehtead. These are the smallest member of the hammerhead family, reaching lengths of about 4-5 ft, and ours today was a young female at about 3 ft. Probably our favorite inshore shark, put up a good fight on light tackle and they usually smile for a photo, a crowd pleaser for sure!
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Customer reviews

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Great family fishing!
Great family fishing!
My son was very excited!!!!
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Greg D.
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My son was very excited!!!!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip โ€“ Junior Anglers 12:30 on October 6, 2025
Blair was a great captain. He interacted with my son and we ended up catching a red fish and a shark. Great time was made!!!!
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Brian W.
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We had an amazing time

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Junior Anglers 10:15 on August 21, 2025
We had a great time!ย  Captain Blair caught live bate and took us to a nice spot to fish. We all caught fish, saw dolphins,...
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Mike M.
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Quick change -quick fish

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Coastal Reef & Wreck on July 2, 2025
Capt Blair and 1st mate Travis did a great change due to rough offshore conditions and we agreed to inshore. He then got us...
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Erin P.
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Best Time Ever

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Trip โ€“ Junior Anglers (9AM) on September 20, 2025
The whole crew had a blast and loved all that they caught and experienced!
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Andy M.
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Awesome Experience!!!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Junior Anglers 10:15 on April 4, 2025
Captain Blair has been fishing these waters for decades but still shared the same level of excitement as my 6 year old. He...
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