First Cast Charters
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First Cast Charters

Panama City Beach, United States
Federal waters
50+ reviews
Captain Kory Freed has been a captain for over 2 decades and has been fishing since he was a young boy. There's nothing better for Capt. Kory than being out on the water and showing his guests a good time. He will do everything he can to help you catch fish and make lifelong memories. He knows the waters of the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Panama City Beach like the back of his hand!

Charter

Rating

4.9
69 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (69)

Showing 15 of 69 reviews
  • Holly Rambin
    Holly Rambin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    Kept us on the fish!

    8 Hour – Bottom Fishing9 adults

    We had a big group (and lots of friends experienced folks). The captain kept us on the fish/made sure not to waste time fishing where they weren’t biting, and the deck hand hustled to get the fish off quickly and re-bait so we didn’t miss a beat catching more - or me right after another! Cabin was very nice and ac was good and cold. “Kitchen” sink to wash our hands and a bunk room so we could nap on the ride back. Deck was a little crowded for 9 folks, but the deck hand was quick to resolve any tangles (and bird nesting when we messed up the reels lol).

    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate that you booked with First Cast Charters PCB and we can’t wait to SEA you again soon! 🎣

  • Kristen Larson
    Kristen Larson
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience!

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM)10 adults6 children

    We chose First Cast Charters based on the reviews, so I wanted to share our awesome experience as well. Captain Kory and first mate Scott took our group of 4 adults and 6 kids out for a 4 hour inshore trolling trip. We had a very successful trip, catching a total of 13 King Mackeral! First mate Scott was awesome. He was very informative and helpful, ensured the boat was clean throughout the trip (the boat was very clean upon us boarding as well), and answered all of our questions about the area and things to do.

    Reported catch:
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad y’all had a great trip and can’t wait to SEA you again soon!

  • Zacary Dietz
    Zacary Dietz
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip, very kid friendly

    3 Hour Trip – Inshore Trolling (AM)8 adults5 children

    Cpt. Korey and 1st mate were great with kids. We had 5 kids and 3 adults, everyone was able to land a fish. Make sure to bring proper cloths on cold /windy mornings. They were able put us on some fish ( Spanish makeral) even though the weather was cold. I would recommend them again. book early as they will fill up

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. We love having the kids experience the thrill of catching their first fish!

  • Nikki Jones
    Nikki Jones
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    So fun! Lots of fish were caught!

    3 Hour Trip – Inshore Trolling (AM)7 adults2 children

    We had so much fun on Kory’s boat with Dave! He was very helpful and handled all the fish that were caught! We counted I believe 28 Spanish Mackrel! Great expereince for us as a family for trying fishing on the sea! I would highly recommend them and we will book again when we come back! Great time over all!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate it and hope to SEA you again soon!

  • Robert Baer
    Robert Baer
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing!!

    6 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM)7 adults1 child

    We had 5 adults & 2 kids on a 6 hour trip. captain Kory kept us moving to several fishing spots while Jacob stayed busy baiting our hooks, taking fish off & showing us fishing techniques. We caught our limit of red snapper & several other types of fish. We had a good time!!

Real catches shared by our community

  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    Great Fishing!!
    Robert B.
    Robert B.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    Kept us on the fish!
    Holly R.
    Holly R.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    Caught a lot of fish:)
    Daniel H.
    Daniel H.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    Great trip!!!
    Kevin J.
    Kevin J.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    April fishing trip
    Mickey P.
    Mickey P.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    memories made on senior spring break
    Diane W.
    Diane W.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    October fishing trip
    Katie A.
    Katie A.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    Awesome time with 3 family generations
    Joseph S.
    Joseph S.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    A great time with old friends
    Christopher W.
    Christopher W.
  • First Cast Charters
    First Cast ChartersPanama City Beach, FL
    Great 4 hour trolling trip
    Trey H.
    Trey H.

What's biting with First Cast Charters in Panama City Beach

There's no end in sight to the fishing season, as the warm weather and range of fish entices anglers of all sorts to PCB. Red Snapper can be caught on weekends, so don't miss your final chance to get a few for the grill. 

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