Captain
Troy Birchfield

Member since October 2016 Destin, United States
Background
Captain Troy has been fishing since 1993 in the Crystal River and in Key West, and has moved to Destin years ago, where he started his charter business. He loves taking guest out on the water and seeing their happy faces as they reel in their catch in excitement. His crew and him love to take children out on the boat and teach them about different species and fishing techniques, and he says that children are the best learners as they take the information provided and apply it immediately.
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We’re service driven team. If you’re looking for a family fun trip and catch fish and make great memories, This is the boat for you.

Hey, I'm Captain Troy Birchfield

Destin, United States
Background
Captain Troy has been fishing since 1993 in the Crystal River and in Key West, and has moved to Destin years ago, where he started his charter business. He loves taking guest out on the water and seeing their happy faces as they reel in their catch in excitement. His crew and him love to take children out on the boat and teach them about different species and fishing techniques, and he says that children are the best learners as they take the information provided and apply it immediately.
Techniques
We’re service driven team. If you’re looking for a family fun trip and catch fish and make great memories, This is the boat for you.
Anglers Choice
175
Reviews
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Reel Chill Fishing Gulf of America

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(175 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
 Last booking: 4 days ago
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Trips from US $1,378

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 175 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Jimmy T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Reel Cheel is The Real Deal!

VERIFIED   6 hr bottom & trolling on July 21, 2025
Captain Birchfield and Jake were amazing!ย  They put us on the fish quick. We ended up with 3 King Mackerel, a bunch is snapper...
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Brooke M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great day!

VERIFIED   8 HR โ€“ Bottom & trolling on July 18, 2025
It was rough waters but that didnโ€™t stop us or the captain. We were determined to catch fish and sure enough we caught plenty!...
Brooke M. recommends Reel Chill Fishing Gulf of America
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Nick C.
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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Red Snapper!!!

VERIFIED   6 hr bottom & trolling on June 17, 2025
Our group of 4 caught limits on red snapper. The captain and first mate were professional and a great team. All around great...
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Kim G.
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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The Best of the Best!

VERIFIED   6 hr bottom & trolling on September 23, 2025
We had a blast!!!!!ย  Highly recommend!! The whole family had a great time, and caught some great fish!!!!
Kim G. recommends Reel Chill Fishing Gulf of America
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Derek G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Reel Chill- Capt Troy and deckhand Shawn

VERIFIED   8 HR โ€“ Bottom & trolling on September 10, 2025
I go on offshore trips maybe twice a year outta various harbors and I can honestly say, this charter was a top 2-3 charters...
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