Captain
Chuck Madden

Member since February 2021 Shalimar, United States
Background
I've been fishing my whole life - almost 45 years. I retired from the Air Force in 2014, after which I made fishing my career - it's what I'm most passionate about. I considered pursuing other interests such as flying since I'm an instrument-rated pilot, but my heart belongs to the water. I've had a couple of fantastic mentors who have helped me get started and here I am, taking the opportunity to show others the time of their life!
Techniques
I enjoy all styles and techniques of fishing. I do my best to tailor the trip to the client. Most want to bottom fish - you catch some of the tastiest fish in the Gulf on the bottom such as snapper, trigger fish, grouper and cobia. Bottom rigs are easily fished at different levels along the water column. I personally enjoy trolling - great opportunities there for tuna and mackerel.

Hey, I'm Captain Chuck Madden

Shalimar, United States
Background
I've been fishing my whole life - almost 45 years. I retired from the Air Force in 2014, after which I made fishing my career - it's what I'm most passionate about. I considered pursuing other interests such as flying since I'm an instrument-rated pilot, but my heart belongs to the water. I've had a couple of fantastic mentors who have helped me get started and here I am, taking the opportunity to show others the time of their life!
Techniques
I enjoy all styles and techniques of fishing. I do my best to tailor the trip to the client. Most want to bottom fish - you catch some of the tastiest fish in the Gulf on the bottom such as snapper, trigger fish, grouper and cobia. Bottom rigs are easily fished at different levels along the water column. I personally enjoy trolling - great opportunities there for tuna and mackerel.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(102 reviews)
Shalimar
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $800

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 103 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing trip! Amazing captain!
Amazing trip! Amazing captain!
Amazing trip! Amazing captain!
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Raymond B.
Winder, Georgia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Full Day Trip with CPT Chuck

Full Day 8 Hour Trip on January 16, 2021
I have been out with CPT Chuck on multiple trips for a one of a kind fishing experience. I always have a great adventure every...
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David J.
Casper, WY
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6 hour trip

VERIFIED   Half Day 6 Hour Trip on March 29, 2022
We didnโ€™t catch too many that we could bring home due to some seasons being closed, but we did catch a lot of fish and had...
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Charles D.
Kerhonkson, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day of fishing with Captain Chuck in January

VERIFIED   Full Day 8 Hour Trip on January 8, 2022
Boat was immaculate, gear was top notch. Captain Chuck is super friendly and very knowledgeable. Captain contacted us ahead...
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Grady H.
Bryant, AR
Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Captain Chuck is the best Captain! He put us on the fish

VERIFIED   Beginners 4 Hr trip (AM) on July 12, 2023
Captain Chuck and his crew were on the spot if we need bait they on it when we hook up they where right by are side helping...
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Martha L.
Mooresville, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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A Great Day!

VERIFIED   Half Day 6 Hour Trip on February 19, 2023
Great experience!ย  Definitely would recommend Capt Chuck.ย  Very knowledgeable and ย  Extremely helpful.ย  He knew the hot...
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