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1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters)

Nationality: American
Experience: 6 years

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Charter Operator
1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters)

Member since September 2020 Destin, United States

Background: 1st Choice Charters offers private fishing charters out of Destin, Florida, led exclusively by Capt. Anthony Dewberry, a local captain dedicated to safe, enjoyable, and productive trips on the Gulf. Whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned fisherman, every trip is tailored to deliver a memorable day on the water.

Hey, it's 1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters)

Destin, United States

Background: 1st Choice Charters offers private fishing charters out of Destin, Florida, led exclusively by Capt. Anthony Dewberry, a local captain dedicated to safe, enjoyable, and productive trips on the Gulf. Whether you're a first-time angler or a seasoned fisherman, every trip is tailored to deliver a memorable day on the water.

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My Charter Listings

1st Choice Charters – Destin

4.8 / 5

(376 reviews)

4.8 / 5

(376 reviews)

Angler's choice

Destin • 27 ft • 5 persons

6 bookings in the past week.

Instant Confirmation

Trips from US $700

1st Choice Charters – 24’

4.7 / 5

(39 reviews)

4.7 / 5

(39 reviews)

Angler's choice

Destin • 27 ft • 6 persons

Instant Confirmation

Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

Little mans 1st red snapper

Apr 5, 2026 Destin

Family fishing offshore 4hr

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8 / 5

out of 5 stars from 415 reviews

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Boat

4.7 / 5

Crew

4.9 / 5

Experience

4.8 / 5

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Angler rating

5 stars		356
4 stars		38
3 stars		11
2 stars		5
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	95%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	95%
Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	96%
Caught fish
	89%

Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	96%
Caught fish
	89%

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Giancarlos M.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Had a blast! it was our boys 1st time out and couldnt have went better.

VERIFIED NEW 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Summer on July 10, 2026

Giancarlos M.

5.0 / 5

Jul 10, 2026

6 Hour Trip – Offshore Summer

Had a blast! it was our boys 1st time out and couldnt have went better.

VERIFIED NEW

big shout out to Captain Anthony! The trip started out slow but Capt Anthony worked extremely hard moving around until we got fish in the boat. He did an awesome job entertaining our boys on a fun boat ride as well. We ended up with around 47 Mingos which is almost the limit for our crew and 1 big red grouper. Not counting the nice Cobia we caught that wasnt quite big enough and a bunch of Trigger fish too bad they was out of season. But will definitely hook up with this charter again. Dont let... More

big shout out to Captain Anthony! The trip started out slow but Capt Anthony worked extremely hard moving around until we got...

Giancarlos M. recommends 1st Choice Charters – Destin

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1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on July 29, 2026

Thank you so much, Giancarlos! It was a pleasure having you and your boys aboard. Captain Anthony works hard to make sure every trip is a success, even when the fishing starts off slow, and we’re glad it paid off. Those Mingos and that red grouper made for a great day! We appreciate you trusting us and taking the time to share your experience. We hope to have your family back on the water again soon!

1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on July 29, 2026

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Dana H.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Awesome trip!!!

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing on June 24, 2026

Dana H.

5.0 / 5

Jun 24, 2026

6 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing

Awesome trip!!!

VERIFIED

We had an amazing fishing trip with Dusty in Destin, to say the least! He was friendly, patient, and made the whole experience so much fun. This was my stepdaughter’s very first fishing trip, and she said it was her favorite part of our entire vacation! Seeing how excited she was every time she caught a fish made the day even more special. Dusty knew exactly where to take us, the boat was really nice, and he made sure everyone had an unforgettable experience. We caught lots of fish including... More

We had an amazing fishing trip with Dusty in Destin, to say the least! He was friendly, patient, and made the whole experience...

Dana H. recommends 1st Choice Charters – 24’

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1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on July 8, 2026

Thank you so much, Dana, for the amazing review! It means the world to us that your stepdaughter’s first fishing trip became the highlight of your vacation. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Captain Dusty he takes great pride in creating unforgettable experiences for every guest. We’re thrilled you caught some great fish and enjoyed a delicious fresh-cooked meal afterward. We can’t wait to welcome you back to Destin for another incredible day on the water! 🎣💙🌊

1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on July 8, 2026

Charter Operator replied

Luke J.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Best fishing I’ve ever had!

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Offshore Summer on June 24, 2026

Luke J.

5.0 / 5

Jun 24, 2026

6 Hour Trip – Offshore Summer

Best fishing I’ve ever had!

VERIFIED

Anthony is a heck of a guide! He made sure that everyone on the boat was included in catching fish and for the less experienced fishermen on the boat he was there to answer any and every question they had. We caught over 50 mingos and were able to keep 40 for our 4 person limit. We also caught many many trigger fish and rock fish and were able to catch some trophy sized Amber jacks! This trip was above and beyond anything we could’ve imagined and I can’t thank Anthony enough for being so kind... More

Anthony is a heck of a guide! He made sure that everyone on the boat was included in catching fish and for the less experienced...

Luke J. recommends 1st Choice Charters – Destin

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1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on July 8, 2026

Thank you so much, Luke! We truly appreciate the incredible review. We’re thrilled Captain Anthony made your trip such a memorable one and made sure everyone had a chance to catch fish and enjoy the experience. Congratulations on an awesome catch, and thank you for choosing 1st Choice Charters. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable day on the water! 🎣🐟🌊

1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on July 8, 2026

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Benny J.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

“Hooked on Excellence!! The Best Fishing Charter Around”

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (AM) on March 21, 2026

Benny J.

5.0 / 5

Mar 21, 2026

4 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (AM)

“Hooked on Excellence!! The Best Fishing Charter Around”

VERIFIED

We had an absolutely incredible experience out on the water. From the moment we stepped on board, the captain and crew were professional, knowledgeable, and fully committed to making sure we had a successful and enjoyable trip. The action was nonstop!!! We caught a ton of fish, and every step of the process was handled with skill and precision. The crew stayed attentive the entire time, helping with baiting, casting, and keeping lines in the water so we could focus on enjoying the experience. What... More

We had an absolutely incredible experience out on the water. From the moment we stepped on board, the captain and crew were...

Benny J. recommends 1st Choice Charters – Destin

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3 persons find this review helpful

1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on March 21, 2026

Benny, this right here means a lot 🙌🏽 We don’t just aim to put people on fish we aim to give an experience you’ll never forget, and it sounds like the crew delivered on all levels 🎣🔥 Nonstop action, teamwork, and making sure y’all could just enjoy the moment… that’s what 1st Choice is built on. Appreciate you trusting us and taking the time to write this out. Y’all were a great group and we’ll be ready for round two whenever you are 💪🏽

1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on March 21, 2026

Benny, this right here means a lot 🙌🏽

We don’t just aim to put people on fish we aim to give an experience you’ll never forget, and it sounds like the crew delivered on all levels 🎣🔥

Nonstop action, teamwork, and making sure y’all could just enjoy the moment… that’s what 1st Choice is built on.

Appreciate you trusting us and taking the time to write this out. Y’all were a great group and we’ll be ready for round two whenever you are 💪🏽

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Alyssa Y.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fishing with Blake

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (PM) on March 26, 2026

Alyssa Y.

5.0 / 5

Mar 26, 2026

4 Hour Trip – Offshore Fishing (PM)

Fishing with Blake

VERIFIED

Me and my best friend took our sons on a fishing trip with First Choice Charters, and it was our very first charter experience and it did not disappoint! From the moment we got on the boat, the crew made us feel welcome and made sure we had an amazing time. The kids had so much fun, we laughed the whole trip, and we caught plenty of fish! 🎣 It was such a great experience making memories with our boys out on the water. If you’re thinking about booking a fishing trip, I highly... More

Me and my best friend took our sons on a fishing trip with First Choice Charters, and it was our very first charter experience...

Alyssa Y. recommends 1st Choice Charters – Destin

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1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on March 28, 2026

thank you so much alyssa we look forward to having you guys back!

1st Choice Charters (Formerly Southern Country Charters) (The Charter Operator)

Replied on March 28, 2026

thank you so much alyssa we look forward to having you guys back!

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1st Choice Charters – Destin

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Had a blast! it was our boys 1st time out and couldnt have went better.

Had a blast! it was our boys 1st time out and couldnt have went better.

Awesome trip!!!

Awesome trip!!!

Best fishing I’ve ever had!

Best fishing I’ve ever had!

“Hooked on Excellence!! The Best Fishing Charter Around”

“Hooked on Excellence!! The Best Fishing Charter Around”

Fishing with Blake

Fishing with Blake

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