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Olivia J Chaters
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Olivia J Chaters

Freeport, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
500+ reviews
Captain Rodney has been a Coast Guard licensed captain since he was 18 years old, and holds a 100-ton master's license. He started working on a charter boat at the age of 10 in the state of Maine where he grew up living on small island with his Grandfather Lou.
Rodney C.
Rodney C.
Captain
Ethan C.
Ethan C.
Captain
Ben L.
Ben L.
Captain
Ellie C.
Ellie C.
Staff

Charters

Rating

4.9
646 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
90%
Caught fish

All reviews (646)

Showing 1 – 5 of 646 reviews
  • Stephen Cherewaty
    Stephen Cherewaty
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing fishing trip

    8 Hour Trip – Private • 2 adults

    My Uncle flew in from out of state for this trip. We’d both been really looking forward to it, hoping the weather would be good and we’d have some luck. We were hoping to get some Red Snapper and hook in to at least a handful of bull redfish. Boy howdy did we have a day! We caught about 3 dozen snapper and close to 40 bull reds! We even got a nice looking Spinner Shark in between. Now don’t misunderstand; fishing any time can be hit or miss, and even Captain Ethan said we had an extremely good day…but Olivia J did NOT disappoint! We kept 4 larger snapper and 2 big Redfish. We had a spectacular experience with Olivia J Charters!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Red Snapper
  • Ro Hollis
    Ro Hollis
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Trip so far!!!

    5 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) • 4 adults

    Our half-day fishing trip with Olivia J Charters was absolutely outstanding! We had a group of four men, and there was more than enough room on the boat for everyone to fish comfortably. Captain Rodney is the GOAT!! He knew exactly where to put us on the fish, and thanks to his experience, we limited out on Red Snapper! We caught so many 14-inch snapper that by the end of the trip, we could tell whether a fish was a keeper before it even made it into the boat!!! What impressed us the most was Captain Rodney’s professionalism and commitment to safety. He made sure everyone was comfortable, informed, and safe throughout the trip while still making sure we had an incredible time on the water. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable captain, a great fishing experience, and a charter that delivers results, Olivia J Charters is the way to go!! We highly recommend them and can’t wait till next year!!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Jack Crevalle
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you sir. Im very happy you all enjoyed your trip. Looking forward to next time. Capt. Rodney

  • Harrison Bohannon
    Harrison Bohannon
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience!

    5 Hour Trip – Private • 5 adults

    We had an awesome time on this fishing trip! Captain Rodney was super cool, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone was having a great time from start to finish. We caught black tip & bonnethead head sharks, barracuda, red snapper & catfish. He also cleaned and filleted all of our catches for us, making it easy to take everything home and enjoy. I highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a fun and successful day on the water.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Blacktip Shark
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you for choosing us. We are super happy you all enjoyed your trip. We hope to see you angin

  • Ross-lisa Sanders
    Ross-lisa Sanders
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    What a wonderful day!!

    5 Hour Trip – Private - 1:00 PM • 3 adults

    Rodney and Ethan were such a delight. They are so knowledgable and was so attentive. Ready to help when needed!! WE WILL BE BACK!! IT WAS A WONDERFUL DAY. Rodney and Ethan, thank you so much. Anyone would love this trip! I would suggest at least 7 and that if they are mature and have patience. We caught our limit of fish and then Ethan cleaned them for us!! It was a great day. If you have never road in the ocean on a boat, use dremamine before you get on the boat. One guy is our group was so sea sick, it was no fun for him. He was literally green at the gills!!

    Reported catch:
    Jack Crevalle
    Redfish
    Blacktip Shark
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank Lisa for choosing us. Ethan and I had a great time with you all. Hope to see you all again.

  • Clay House
    Clay House
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Rodney and his first mate Eithan are workhorses.

    5 Hour Trip – Private • 6 adults

    They showed us a great time and put us on some awesome fish. They worked tirelessly to make sure all the people in our party had a badass experience. Their work ethic was unmatched. On top of that they had fun personalities which made for a stellar trip. 5 out of 5. These guys rock.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Charter operator

    Thank you Clay. We appreciate you all fishing with us.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Olivia J Charters
    Olivia J ChartersFreeport, TX
    Angler proudly displays a large red drum on a center-console boat offshore, with a second adult visible and fishing gear in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Dee W.
    Dee W.
    Caught Red Drum. Good trip out. The shark was fun. Not for one of the guest’s illness, we could’ve hauled in some more for the thrill of specie surprise and the challenge to land. Overall a good half trip out.
  • Olivia J Charters
    Olivia J ChartersFreeport, TX
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Stephen C.
    Stephen C.
    My Uncle flew in from out of state for this trip. We’d both been really looking forward to it, hoping the weather would be good and we’d have some luck. We were hoping to get some Red Snapper and hook in to at least a handful of bull redfish. Boy howdy did we have a day! We caught about 3 dozen snapper and close to 40 bull reds! We even got a nice looking Spinner Shark in between. Now don’t misunderstand; fishing any time can be hit or miss, and even Captain Ethan said we had an extremely good day…but Olivia J did NOT disappoint! We kept 4 larger snapper and 2 big Redfish. We had a spectacular experience with Olivia J Charters!
  • Olivia J Charters
    Olivia J ChartersFreeport, TX
    An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a charter boat, with a scenic ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Rodney M.
    Rodney M.
    Very timely very professional we will be back
  • Olivia J Charters – Vertigo
    Olivia J Charters – VertigoFreeport, TX
    A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a cleaning table at the dock, showcasing a successful day of fishing.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Michael A.
    Michael A.
    once we got to the Snapper grounds, it was constant action the while time!
  • Olivia J Charters
    Olivia J ChartersFreeport, TX
    A proud angler holding a large fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Donald A.
    Donald A.
    Captain Ethan was very knowledgable & kind, easy going with alot of patience. Caught a great variety of fish. Will absolutely book again.
  • Olivia J Charters – Vertigo
    Olivia J Charters – VertigoFreeport, TX
    Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Melissa K.
    Melissa K.
    Crew was great!! Caught tons of fish! Had a blast! Highly recommend!
  • Olivia J Charters – Vertigo
    Olivia J Charters – VertigoFreeport, TX
    Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Cesar C.
    Cesar C.
  • Olivia J Charters
    Olivia J ChartersFreeport, TX
    Large mixed saltwater catch, including red snapper and elongated mackerel-like fish, stored on ice in a black boat cooler.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Bobbie S.
    Bobbie S.
    Ethan was great! He was super knowledgeable, patient, and easy to talk with. He put us right on top of the fish! We are already trying to figure out when we can do our next trip!
  • Olivia J Charters
    Olivia J ChartersFreeport, TX
    Two adult anglers showcase a large mackerel catch aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Ernest J.
    Ernest J.
    my son and his best friend went on this boat and they had a blast catching jacks king fish and red snappers they got tired and arms started hurting … thats a great fishing day .
  • Olivia J Charters
    Olivia J ChartersFreeport, TX
    Angler proudly displaying a Spanish Mackerel while fishing on a sunny day in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Rebecca P.
    Rebecca P.
    We caught a spanish macrel and lots of red snapper and was about to keep some to bring home. Rodney and Ethan were great guides and were very understanding when our kids didn’t feel the best. Wiuld definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a fun time!

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Olivia J Charters in Freeport

The weather gets more wintery as fall draws to a close. Unpredictable weather can limit offshore trips. Inshore, Flounder is biting as well as ever, while Speckled Trout and Redfish are consistent in the back lakes and marshes.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a dock after a successful fishing trip.

What a summer!!

Aug 31, 2024 • Freeport
Federal snapper season on “Vertigo” was a good one once we got past tropical storms, and hurricane Byerl. The Bull Reds have shown up nearshore and we hope to start seeing some good State water red snapper this fall. Amberjack season is is from sept 1st - Oct 31st. Book a 10 or 12 hour trip to chanse some “Reef Donkeys”.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing on a sunny day at sea.

Bull Redfish and More!!

Mar 1, 2024 • Freeport
The Bull Redfish action has picked up, and we are seeing signs some of our migratory fish will be showing up. We have see our first jacks of the year. Though not good eating fish Jacks are some of the hardest fighting fish you will find. A few nice state water snapper have been caught lately as well. Snapper season is coming, season opens June 1st book our boat Vertigo for Federal Trips. Or Olivia J II for state water.
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An angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.

Redfish to Cobia

Apr 30, 2023 • Freeport
Fishing has been picking up nicely. Some of our migratory fish have started to show up. On our 8 hiur trips we have run out for some Great eating Vermillion snapper and have also managed a couple Cobia. If time allowd we have been finishing up the trips fishing Bull Redfish along the beach front. Red Snapper season Opens on the first of June!!
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Big Snapper and Bull Reds

Feb 16, 2019 • Freeport
With the cool water temps the fishng had been a little slow. But we have been rewarded with some good quality state water snapper and Bull Redfish. With warmer temps ahead the fishing will only get better. We sill have a few openings for spring **hidden content** on out with is and put some bends in those rods.
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Angler proudly displaying a large King Mackerel while fishing offshore, showcasing the vibrant colors of the fish against the backdrop of the ocean.

Good fishing and a Newer bigger boat.

May 27, 2018 • Freeport
The kingfish,Cobia and Sharks have been really good as of late. We are happy to announce we have upgraded to a 29 foot prokat. This will give us more fishing space and more comfortable ride. Stay tuned as we plan on offering longer trips to target blackfin, yellowfin, and Dolphin.
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Angler displaying a sizable shark while fishing near a large cargo ship in open waters.

Kings, Cobia and sharks

May 26, 2018 • Freeport
This report is for trip completed in the last week. The fishing as of late has been on fire with a lot of Huge Sharks being caught as well as a number of monster Cobia. The largest and new boat record 104 lb Cobia caught early last week. The kingfish have showed up and they are hungry. We are hoping this trend continues.
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