What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama for the first time?

Figure out what you want to target. Get the charter going after that species …… and let the Captains take over. Both my charters this week got right on the fish we were going after and got our limits.

We were hoping to bring back some fish to freeze. We caught all red snapper which you are not allowed to keep because it is out of season for it. We only caught one fish to keep. Not our guides fault by any means but it was a huge disappointment.

Do not eat a big meal before you go & dont be drinking the night before if you expect to be able to stay the whole time my husband & son eat a honey bun & I eat a half of a brownie & be sure to take dramamine the night before & the day of ur trip...

If your wife wants to take all the kids to the beach. Agree, under the condition that you get to charter a fishing trip. Gulf Shores is very family friendly and renting a condo with a family friend or sibling is a great way to go.

This is our 4th year in a row deep sea fishing here and it’s always been a blast. I highly recommend doing it

Deep sea fishing may not be the best choice for children not accustomed to the motion of the sea. Inshore would be best.

A fishing style long sleeve shirt with a hoodie, sunglasses, hat, hand towel to wipe off fish slime, sunscreen and plenty of water, Gatorade and a few snacks. Dress appropriately.

Pick a great charter company. Stressed Out Charters is a great choice. Book Earlier in the week and be mindful of the weather.

If it's a charter let them know what you're after and they'll do their best to get you to the right area. But remember it's still fishing and you can't make fish do what you want.

Captain Perry was great with a couple of obvious greenhorn fishermen. Really talked through the process and what works best with the fish we were chasing.

Fantastic!! Stays on fish but will pick up come the end of the month the and into June but appreciate there are fish still to catch and easy bookings!

Winds were pretty high when we went but the in shore fishing, kept us from getting sea legs.

Bring small cooler on charter boat. Book early morning or evening when more fish are biting

Sunscreen ~~ its a must. And TIP YOUR CAPTAIN and CREW. This is how they make a living.

Be aware of the weather conditions, winds, and tides. No guarantees with fishing.

Be mindful this is an offshore trip and motion sickness is a real thing. Anti nausea meds help!

We caught more because the captain knows the water well enough to keep you on fish!

Make sure you have great captain (like Captain Ronnie) who knows where the fish are biting.

Wait a bit longer in the year for other species to come into season , weather was awesome not to hot slight breeze just beautiful

Check the map to the marina more carefully than I did, don’t drive down the wrong peninsula and have to go back into town (like me)!

Relax and enjoy the experience no matter how many fish you catch. It is a great time and Captain Ron goes out of his way to show you a good time.

Dress appropriately for the season. (About 20 degrees cooler than the predicted forecast). It was also windy. You can shed layers. Captain Randy Reese was a phenomenal guide.

It’s really windy and a bit cold. Be sure to wear a windbreaker and pants. Something that can get wet. However, the trip was still enjoyable.

Book a charter, gives you time to get experience with a local and usually gets you lots of fish in my experience.

Contact Scott Luster at Stressed Out Charters. He will set you up, work with you and take you to the best spots.

February is not prime fishing season. Wait for warmer weather! We didn't know this prior to traveling but will be back to try again during a warmer season.

We weren't sure what to expect for December weather. It was chilly so we'll wait for warmer weather next time.

Understand that fishing in October is still within Hurricane season and conditions is always changing

Splurge for the red snapper fishing trip. We had a blast on the sunset fishing trip. Caught lots of fish, plan on coming back to do the same thing next year.

Go out on a charter if you don't want to be on a crowded party boat. It is a great time if you Jane the time.