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.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(156 reviews)
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Destin
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $1,378

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 156 reviews
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
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Tim H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Time!!

VERIFIED   5hr pm snapper bottom & trolling on May 26, 2025
The captain and the crew was great. I would definite go back and do it again.
Tim H. recommends Reel Chill Fishing Gulf of America
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Steven B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Well worth it

VERIFIED   6 hr bottom & trolling on July 2, 2025
Great captain and crew that were very patient w/ kids, and adults!
Steven B. recommends Reel Chill Fishing Gulf of America
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KEITH R.
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 trip

VERIFIED   5hr bottom fishing & trolling on June 19, 2025
Captain and first mates were great help and very friendly
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Terry J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip

VERIFIED   8 hr Offshore on August 31, 2024
the captain and crew was awesome the boat was great captain will put you on the fish and the crew will keep you fishing i highly...
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Rick J.
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 Captain Crew

VERIFIED   6 hr bottom & trolling on June 15, 2025
Great Captain and Crew
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