What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Gulf Shores, Alabama for the first time?
Answers by verified FishingBooker anglers who went fishing in Gulf Shores
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Brian Dearing
Hazel Dell, IL
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.

Mindy Cornwell
Chicago, IL
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.

Nancy Chapman
Idabel, OK
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...

John Brooks
Marshfield, MO
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.

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

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

Todd Case
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.

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

Hayley Johnson
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.

David Wallace
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.

William Quesenberry
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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Donald Plonka
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)!

Allen Strunk
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.

Kimberley Forney
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.

Rachel Adams
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.

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

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

Kristen Dudley
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.

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

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

Steve Walmsley
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.

Kevin Conger
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.