Captain
Shawn Slattery

Member since December 2019 Gulf Shores, United States
Background
I started my fishing career, at age 12, bought my first, commercial vessel at 14, fishing all over the Gulf. Moved to Kona, Hawaii, switching to charters and built Kona Cowboy Sportfishing. My wife Kimberly and I, worked together establishing a very successful business. When it was time to go home, we sold the Cowboy, moved back to Gulf Shores and bought the Bandit! I stayed with charter fishing, I found the best of both worlds. I get to fish everyday and share my love and enthusiasm for fishing and catch plenty of fish, with other people. Whether you're a first timer, or expert, you won't be disappointed.
Techniques
I prepare for my charters, checking the weather, tide charts, water temperature and the fisherman's coconut wireless. No matter what's biting, no one will work harder, to put you on the fish!

Hey, I'm Captain Shawn Slattery

Gulf Shores, United States
Background
I started my fishing career, at age 12, bought my first, commercial vessel at 14, fishing all over the Gulf. Moved to Kona, Hawaii, switching to charters and built Kona Cowboy Sportfishing. My wife Kimberly and I, worked together establishing a very successful business. When it was time to go home, we sold the Cowboy, moved back to Gulf Shores and bought the Bandit! I stayed with charter fishing, I found the best of both worlds. I get to fish everyday and share my love and enthusiasm for fishing and catch plenty of fish, with other people. Whether you're a first timer, or expert, you won't be disappointed.
Techniques
I prepare for my charters, checking the weather, tide charts, water temperature and the fisherman's coconut wireless. No matter what's biting, no one will work harder, to put you on the fish!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(194 reviews)
Angler's choice
Gulf Shores
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 194 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Deborah M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Family Fun

VERIFIED   4 Hour InShore AM on June 3, 2025
Absolutely fantastic experience with Captain Shawn! My family and I had an incredible time catching fish and sharks. Captain...
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Gunnar M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bull Shark and more!

VERIFIED   2 Hr. Inshore AM on August 14, 2025
Even with weather conditions that werenโ€™t ideal, Captain Shawn gave us a successful fishing trip. We caught a few fish worth...
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Jay S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent day in the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour InShore PM on April 30, 2025
We booked an in-shore 4 hour trip with Capt Shawn and thoroughly enjoyed our time on the water. Communications was good and...
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Chris S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Time

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour InShore AM on October 3, 2025
This was last minute reservation for my family and was definitely the right choice. Captain was knowledgeable and well geared.ย ...
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Kim L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Caption Shawn is the best

VERIFIED   2 Hr. Inshore AM on March 12, 2025
Our son has recently become obsessed with fishing so when we planned our trip to the Gulf Shores we knew we had to book a fishing...
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