I’ve been asked to write an article for a magazine about the Top 5 reasons to hire a licensed and insured fishing guide for a private charter who lives and guides in the area you want to fish and here is the short version pre-publication: 1. You are guaranteed the captain guiding your trip is knowledgeable about safety and emergency procedures and trained to handle any emergency. 2. Your family/fishing group will be the top priority of the guide for the duration of the trip. 3. You can rest assured your guide knows the area-the best spots to fish in that specific area because they are there every single day fishing. 4. Your fishing guide is an integral part of the community-they want to ensure proper conservation of our natural resources for future generations while also making sure you enjoy your trip. 5. You will enjoy your trip and know that this licensed captain will be here for years to come to take your group on more amazing adventures year after year. When choosing a fishing guide, do your research, ask questions, check out their social media pages, check their website (is it up to date?) look to the local chamber of commerce(is this guide a member). Before you spend hundreds of dollars on a trip, or go with a cheap deal that is too good to be true, compare all the local guides prices and trip options and really look into who you choose to be your fishing guide to make sure you have the safest and best time on the water. **hidden content** #majekboats #seatecoutfitters #wetsoundsaudio #portachamberofcommerce #portaransastourism