Our captain Dave was fantastic. A true experienced fisherman that was extremely personal and professional.  I had my 9 year old grandson and daughter with me.  He was very attentiative to each of our needs.

The fishing was incredible as we a caught   a slew of various fish - red, and black drum,  string rays, shark, Jack c, bass.  One was over 36 inches long. He definitely knew where to go and how to properly cast and lure in the big ones.

On the return we even stopped to observe wild horses.

The 33 cat boat is well maintained , comfortable and ideal for fishing.  He has gps trolling motor which works wonders to troll at a specific location.

Would definitely recommend Captain Dave.

My wife and two daughters, age 23 and 25 were visiting Amelia Island for a few days and I wanted to take them fishing. I been fishing many times but my wife and daughters are rookies. I was concerned about a charter that had facilities for them (Porta Potty) which is mostly how I based by selection. That being said, Captain Dave was great, very easy going, pleasant and within minutes we were on fish. He was very patient, taught the girls how to hook the fish and even let them most the fish. The only bad thing is, they had such a good time, now I have to take fishing with me and the Boys! (Only kidding).

I recommend bring your catch to the Salty Pelican where they will cook for you!

If you are fishing with your wife and kids,
The 4-hour trip was perfect.

Had a great and productive time fishing just insid the northern jetty for a couple of hours catching plenty of black drum and other species. Then we went further out and saw dolphins and sharks and caught a shark. Finally we were very fortunate and got to see a juvenile hunchback whale feeding on a school of fish!  Everyone had a great time and Captain David was terrific!

This was an opportunity for my Brothers, Sons and myself to bond during the Thanksgiving Holiday by way of an adrenaline pumping fishing trip. Captain David did not disappoint. He was very welcoming and patient with our group of six. His knowledge and expertise proved beneficial with a bountiful payoff of multiple specie catches: Bull Red, Bluefish (Florida Piranha), Whiting, Atlantic Sharp Nose Sharks, Sting Rays (by accident) and Sand Trout. His humor and hospitality also added to the overall experience making this outing a memory that we won’t soon forget. I definitely recommend his Charter and we’ll definitely be back again.

What a wonderful day of fishing with Captain David! Caught six different varieties of fish and had a great time doing it. Most importantly, Captain David is a great guy to go out on the water with. Super competent but also easy-going and a lot of fun to be around. We will definitely be back!