What would you recommend to anglers fishing in St. Augustine, Florida for the first time?
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Steven Raymond
Clanton, AL
YES, but I can only reccommend that you Book with Captain Chris because that was our only experience...and it was AWESOME....this was our first visit to St. Augustine...we booked with Captain Chris based on reviews alone....reviews were on the mark....he was great

Scott Malenock
Mount Plymouth, FL
I'd recommend a shorter trip for first time charter fishing. This way you can see how people react to the motion of the water because its certainly a unique feeling that can get people motion sickness. If you do well, then a longer trip is in your future as ate bigger fish!

Thomas Graves
United States
Stay up to date on the weather, book as early as possible in the morning, as the days can be very warm there. Also, call the captain if possible and review what you should bring with you, such as food, snacks, etc.
Be clear as to what is included for the price of the charter. our captain was very good at this, so there was no misunderstanding on the matter.

Charles French
Palm Coast, Florida
I would but you have to keep an eye on the cooler day, and would do a inter coastal , when the nigh temp
don't drop too much and make the fishing harder because of the colder water,
and check out reports on the web and talk with Capt. Guy Spear he would be the best in this area
Capt. Guy would give you a great shot at fishing for the first time in St. Augustine

Jill Myers
Madison, Tennessee
As this was our first time, I highly reccomend a fishing tour on a small scale like Shark Infested Tours. Our guide took the time to explain everything and took time to give one on one instructions. The boat was new, clean and our Captain was an active firefighter. I usually dont give "excellent" reviews but on this trip I will, because it was so much fun and well worth the money spent.

Carl Lilly
Ponte Vedra, Florida
Bring a good attitude along with sun screen, hat, clothing that dries quickly in case of rain or ocean spray. Bring snacks of your choosing and a camera. Captain Troy will find the fish and the equipment to catch them and get ready for a wonderful day on the ocean.

Austin Von Loh
Orlando, FL
The go to fishing charter is Captain Guy aboard the Mistress. He's a Veteran, and the level of professionalism, knowledge and emphasis on safety is second to none. He knows where and how to catch fish, even if nobody else is catching them.

Eric Chaney
If you want to catch fish, Capt Al and Ethan are the way to go! They work hard and know where to go!

Eric Smith
Bradleyville, MO
Bottom fishing for flounder proved to be productive! Snagged some decent size blues in the process as well

Stanley Cerlanek
Camillus, NY
From our understanding fish are still out a ways in April but come closer once it warms up. Wind in April sometimes makes it hard to get out. We got lucky and had a very calm day!

Randy Hall
New Kent, VA
Very good, some of the fish were back but there were a few species that will show up later.
I had a blast!!!

CHRISTOPHER SHORT
Johns Creek, GA
Snappers cannot be taken, they are catch and release, This surprised me. I would recommend an all day trip or at least a 6 hr day so you can get out to the sportfish.

Brandon Hollis
Hooper, UT
The inshore trip was good fishing and also got to see the attractions from a different viewpoint

Curtis Haynes
Jacksonville, FL
Do your research in advance of booking the fishing trip to better understand what fish can be caught and kept.

Ward Neesen
Custer, WI
December is a challenging month because of the unpredictable weather patterns. If you are flexible you can have a fantastic time.

Jordan Murray
Jacksonville, FL
It was a bit cold so we didn't have luck in a few of the places. The wind on the river was really cold but once the sun came out it was much better.

Cindy Briggs
Griffin, GA
Definitely book with captain Guy. He did a fabulous job we were thrilled with the experience and with all the fish caught. We will definitely be booking with him again.

Gregory Goehring
Duluth, GA
Yes, get a good guide and it will be a great experience. I have also been catching smaller fish from the shore.

Timothy Bolger
Jacksonville, FL
Take a Red Snapper trip. Only once a year for 3 days for Atlantic Season, but we’ll worth the trip.

Stacey Holland
Clarkesville, GA
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Went fishing with High Tailin' on July 10, 2021
Went fishing with High Tailin' on July 10, 2021
Check ahead of time with any local guide to see what there catching and possibly the best time to come fish.

Justin Davis
Maryville, TN
The wind is a crap shoot, so be flexible and select a captain that's willing to work with the weather for an enjoyable day.

Stan Okon
Leesburg, GA
Fishing was good once we got on them. we kept Spanish Mackeral but also caught blue and black drum. It was too rough to venture near shore outside the harbor so we worked the channels and the bridges

Lee Matthews
Saint Augustine, FL
We did not catch any keepers. Capt. Zach made the best of things to make it a pleasurable adventure.

Kenneth Vaughan
Jacksonville, Florida
Just go for it, Fish were closer in than back home in North Carolina. I will be checking best time of year to fish here and return.

Ashley Fortge
Saint Augustine, Florida
We were catching tuna, King, and shark. It was great fun and I would highly recommend to anyone and everyone. Take this boat with this caption and you will have a great time.

Lindsey Cline
Carrollton, Georgia
check out the shoreline sights as you motor out. The fort and the huge cross are awesome on the shoreline

Steve Corona
Milwaukee, WI
The first time I did ANY kind of saltwater fishing was with Captain Adam, and there is no doubt in my mind that any time I return to St. Augustine.... I WILL be calling him!

Francis Szarban
Macclenny, FL
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Went fishing with Sea Love Charters Offshore Fishing on June 10, 2019
Went fishing with Sea Love Charters Offshore Fishing on June 10, 2019
Let the pros do it! They provide all the gear, licenses, bait and know where to go and what to use.

Jeffrey Gooden
Sherman, TX
Get a boat with a/c in mid months not for morning out but coming in. You will be hot and tiered! Great place to visit and fish!!!

Jerry Wirtz
Minneapolis, MN
Had a great time on water. Would definitely go again but all day rathr than half day would be more fun and catch more fish. Great time.