Captain
Jacob Shortridge

Member since January 2021 Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Jacob (owner and Captain of FreeGaff Sport Fishing) invites you to join him on the nearhsore and offshore waters around Fernandina Beach, FL. FreeGaff Sport Fishing offers a NO FISH NO PAY GUARANTEE! Why? Because with combined experience and numerous charters a year FreeGaff has never not produced fish. It’s a personal guarantee to make sure you and your friends/family catch fish and have fun doing it. FreeGaff goes farther than any other boat in the Marina on 4, 6, 8, and 12 hour trips to ensure you fish the spots others won't get too. You and your family catching fish is far more important than conserving fuel. From the first time angler to the skilled professional, Captain Jacob will do his best to keep you on the fish and a smile on your face. Join FreeGaff Sport Fishing for a fun and memorable day on the water with all your friends and family.
Techniques
I'm a run and gun fisherman. I constantly move until I find the fish and that are biting. I won't stay in one spot close to shore waiting for the fish to bite. This tactic is more costly but much for effective for putting fish in the boat.

Hey, I'm Captain Jacob Shortridge

Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Jacob (owner and Captain of FreeGaff Sport Fishing) invites you to join him on the nearhsore and offshore waters around Fernandina Beach, FL. FreeGaff Sport Fishing offers a NO FISH NO PAY GUARANTEE! Why? Because with combined experience and numerous charters a year FreeGaff has never not produced fish. It’s a personal guarantee to make sure you and your friends/family catch fish and have fun doing it. FreeGaff goes farther than any other boat in the Marina on 4, 6, 8, and 12 hour trips to ensure you fish the spots others won't get too. You and your family catching fish is far more important than conserving fuel. From the first time angler to the skilled professional, Captain Jacob will do his best to keep you on the fish and a smile on your face. Join FreeGaff Sport Fishing for a fun and memorable day on the water with all your friends and family.
Techniques
I'm a run and gun fisherman. I constantly move until I find the fish and that are biting. I won't stay in one spot close to shore waiting for the fish to bite. This tactic is more costly but much for effective for putting fish in the boat.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(50 reviews)
Fernandina Beach
 Last booking: 4 days ago
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trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 50 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (46)
6-hour AM Offshore Trip
Great day
Great day
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
89%
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Blake D.
Clermont, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6-hour AM Offshore Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 13, 2023
They hooked us up with over 20 Red Snapper (including this beast) at the first offshore spot alone. Also caught various other...
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Bridgette A. S.
Perry, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful trip & crew

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 3, 2023
Captain Jacob and โ€œLieutenant Danโ€ (First-mate Jimmy) made our family feel comfortable and at ease aboard their boat. Captain...
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Jeff R.
Kennesaw, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain Jacob.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 4, 2023
Captain Jacob and first mate Jim were excellent.ย  Even though weather conditions were not ideal, we caught lots of fish. Captain...
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Igor S.
UPPR Saint CLAIR, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on July 17, 2023
We had a great day on this charter. The boat, and equipment were good, well maintained. The captain, and crew were trying to...
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Russell O.
Tifton, GA
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

4 hr trip PM

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 6, 2023
I would like to explain the 4 star rating, the captain and 1st mate were friendly and knowledgeable. We tied the captains hands...
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