What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Niceville, Florida for the first time?

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Heidi Stevens
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Went fishing with Southern Charm Fishing Charters on July 5, 2024
Hire a guide: Especially for beginners, hiring a local fishing guide can be a great way to learn the ropes, discover good fishing spots, and ensure a successful trip. Research what fish are in season during your visit. Spring: Redfish, speckled trout, Spanish mackerel Summer: Flounder, sharks, king mackerel, mahi-mahi Fall: Cobia, redfish, speckled trout, bluefish Winter: Sheepshead, pompano, black drum

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Farhang Rabbani
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on December 28, 2023
Captain Wayne was terrific! He was very accommodating, contacting us well in advance of the trip to pick the best day for fishing to avoid bad weather. He kept our rods baited and found the best fishing spots. We caught 30-40 fish including a few huge ones (mangrove snapper and Gag grouper that we released). He was able to recommend a great restaurant to cook our catch. Would highly recommend. We have done other fishing trips and this experience stood out well above others for the level of communication and attention to safety.

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Israel Ramos
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on June 9, 2023
I would recommend you go offshore fishing and do a catch and cook if you can. There are many restaurants around that will cook the fish that you catch once they're cleaned. Call around and check out which ones work.

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Gary Townsend
Tupelo, MS
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on June 18, 2020
Make sure you have your directions down, not hard at all to find but dont want to be trying to find it the morning of the trip. After trip you can go to LG Schooners restaurant there at the docks where they will cook your fresh catch right there...it was excellent!

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Jeanne Fishpaw
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Went fishing with Charter Boat 2nd Chance on March 18, 2025
March can be cool especially once the sun starts to go down. Captain Jake suggested we bring warm clothes, which we did and were thankful. Overall, our fishing experience was great!

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Brandon Keene
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on October 5, 2024
The fish are there and hungry, the issue with later in the year is the wind and storms. Have some flexibility if you need to move trip up a day or back a day for weather.

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Scott Bons
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Went fishing with Broke Tip Charter on July 23, 2024
Expect the unexpected and remember, nothing is guaranteed. Broken Tip’s slip is in a small, quiet marina, but they get you out there quickly.

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Andrew Hume
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Went fishing with Broke Tip Charter on July 9, 2024
Before entering the Gulf, prepare for seasickness, i.e. don't eat or drink anything but water, and use Dramamine an hour before. Don't expect to catch much in the Gulf, as it can be unpredictable.

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Noris Hale
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Went fishing with Broke Tip Charter on June 18, 2024
Definitely check the weather and swell conditions, also go for an afternoon trip rather than a morning trip.

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Talon Wood
Navarre, FL
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Went fishing with Farrell Fish Co. on July 31, 2023
Wear sunscreen!! But prepare for smooth sailing and incredible fights on some of the best gear and fishing machine of a boat!

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Stacey Hempfling
Collinsville, IL
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on August 2, 2023
Captain Mike is the perfect trip for your Spouse who likes to fish! Especially if you want to to go and bring the kids!

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Chuck Bear
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Went fishing with Farrell Fish Co. on June 23, 2023
Get with Captain Seth Linton with Farrell Fish Company and hook a lip and have so.e fun.. support the small guys

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Jason Deaver
Prairieville, LA
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on May 23, 2023
It’s just a short drive from Destin. It takes about 30 minutes from the Destin beaches but is worth the drive.

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Lindsay Ibis
Roswell, GA
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on April 4, 2023
Ensure calm seas to avoid sea sickness as the waters got rough very quickly once we entered the Gulf from the bay!

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Tim Macbeth
Ashburn, VA
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Went fishing with Charter Boat 2nd Chance on April 4, 2023
Bring the smiles and patience…. and listen to your guide when he describes how to hook and catch fish on a circle hook set up. ?

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Tina Traczyk
Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Went fishing with L4K Charters on July 4, 2019
Look up L4K Charters!! Capt. Rob. Great fishing trip!! We had an awesome time. Good for families. Great price too!!

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Jaret Pirtle
Sperry, OK
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on June 27, 2019
Try the bay and inlets. Around docks and the mid bay bridge. Then out to the gulf if the action is slow.

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Nathaniel Wedgeworth
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Went fishing with Charter Boat 2nd Chance on October 20, 2024
Great inshore trip to see the beautiful scenery and enjoy a knowledgeable guide!

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CAROL DUDLEY
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on May 20, 2024
Get a good captain that is willing to instruct you in fishing in different waters

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Christine Drozda
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on May 21, 2024
Seek out a charter with Captain Wayne Alexander with Just Add Water Charters LLC.

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Payton Chism
San Antonio, TX
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Went fishing with High Flying Saltwater Charters on May 13, 2023
Book with Wes! Able to conform to the group’s needs regardless of skill level.

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Kevin Dillard
Henderson, NV
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Went fishing with High Flying Saltwater Charters on June 19, 2022
If you go out with high flying saltwater charter your in good hands he'll put you on the fish

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Ernest Marler
Elba, Alabama
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Went fishing with High Flying Saltwater Charters on May 15, 2021
Take your trameam please !!! And go and have a great time.

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T M
Chicago, Illinois
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Went fishing with Right Side Charters on June 22, 2020
Make sure to have drinks and snacks for the kids. We went at 9am and it was still hot.

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Scott Jenkins
New Orleans, LA
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Went fishing with L4K Charters on July 31, 2019
Have some experience in fishing before you go. It makes the trip so much easier. Use L4k Charters

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Allen Pattillo
New Orleans, LA
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Went fishing with Just Add Water Charters on July 27, 2019
Go early in July to hit the red snapper season or early August to hit gray triggerfish.