Captain
Andrew Mercer

Member since April 2019 Stock Island, United States
Background
Captain Andrew Mercer holds a 200 Ton Masters license with a "Master of Towing." He started his career in the United States Coast Guard, stationed in Key West. Since 2002, he's been working and fishing the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico, from Louisiana and Florida, all the way up to North Carolina. His mission is to put people on fish while having a great time out on the water. Capt. Andrew describes himself and his team at Hillbilly Hookers as "a laid-back operation that has a passion for the ocean." The crew is entertaining and their trips are always exciting, so book your excursion today and be sure to get hooked!
Techniques
Hillbilly Hookers is a light tackle operation. They use many different techniques to land trophy fish, using both live and dead bait while jigging, trolling, kite fishing, and drifting.

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Stock Island, United States
Background
Captain Andrew Mercer holds a 200 Ton Masters license with a "Master of Towing." He started his career in the United States Coast Guard, stationed in Key West. Since 2002, he's been working and fishing the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico, from Louisiana and Florida, all the way up to North Carolina. His mission is to put people on fish while having a great time out on the water. Capt. Andrew describes himself and his team at Hillbilly Hookers as "a laid-back operation that has a passion for the ocean." The crew is entertaining and their trips are always exciting, so book your excursion today and be sure to get hooked!
Techniques
Hillbilly Hookers is a light tackle operation. They use many different techniques to land trophy fish, using both live and dead bait while jigging, trolling, kite fishing, and drifting.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(196 reviews)
Angler's choice
Stock Island
trips from US $900

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 196 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Andrew
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Lawrence A.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3/4 day with the Family.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Reef/Wreck on September 3, 2023
We had a really great time for six hours riding on the hillbilly hookers. Captain, Andy and his son were great. Anytime we...
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Tammy T.
Stony Creek, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Perfect day of fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Reef/Wreck on August 18, 2023
We had an amazing time on the Hillbilly Hooker charter. Andrew the Captain was extremely patient and knowledgeable and helped...
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Julia F.
Winterville, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Tortugas trip with Andrew

VERIFIED   Full Day โ€“ Dry Tortugas Fishing on August 5, 2023
Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed our trip to the Tortugas and beyond with Andrew and his first mate Cal. It was a full...
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Roger F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Reef/Wreck on April 10, 2024
It was my first time fishing Florida waters and the captain gave me a great day on the water catching a variety of fish.ย ...
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Paul B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Reef/Wreck on January 2, 2024
Captain Andrew and Noah were great. We were chasing fish all day and had a lot of success. On Andrewโ€™s recommendation, we...
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