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.
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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.
Anglers Choice
167
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Reel Chill Fishing Gulf of America

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(167 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
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Trips from US $1,378

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 167 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great Time
Great Trip. Wish we would have booked a longer trip
2025 Fishing Trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Ryan N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Reel Chill Is Amazing

VERIFIED   5hr pm bottom fishing & trolling on June 16, 2025
It was our first trip out.ย  Captain Troy and Dakota were awesome, and made sure we caught fish.ย  Boat was very comfortable...
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Michael D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great first time experience.

VERIFIED   5hr pm bottom fishing & trolling on June 1, 2025
Brought my wife and our 3 young children (12,11 and 9 years old) on our first deep sea fishing experience it was amazing....
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Robbie T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip and fun time

VERIFIED   6 hr bottom & trolling on August 19, 2025
The 4 of us had a great time with Captain Troy and Shawn. They were very professional and patient. We caught fish, laughed,...
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Jason S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best charter so far

VERIFIED   6 hr bottom fishing trolling on May 26, 2025
We charter a boat each year. I couldnโ€™t say enough about the captain and crew. Our 8 year old son went for the first time...
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Tristen W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip and even better crew!!!

VERIFIED   5hr pm snapper bottom & trolling on May 24, 2025
What was supposed to be a 5hr trip turned into a full 8hr trip. Asked the Captain to stay out longer because we were having...
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