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Joseph Schoggins
Joseph Schoggins
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified

Awesome time with 3 family generations

8 Hour – Bottom Fishing10 adults2 children

I booked to take my son on his first deep sea trip for his high school graduation and I carried my father and a couple friends along. I couldn’t have asked for a better outcome. Both captian and deck hand were extremely nice guys and they put us on a nice catch for the 8hr trip we booked. Definitely would use these guys for my next run!! Y’all bookem and they will get you to where you need to be to hookem!!!! Thanks again guys for your time and service we enjoyed the trip and can’t wait to do it again soon!!

Reported Catch
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We really appreciate it and are so glad you had a great time! We look forward to seeing you again next time!

First Cast Charters

First Cast Charters

Panama City Beach
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Rating

4.9
70 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 98%
    Great experience
  • 100%
    Family friendly
  • 100%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 99%
    Recommended
  • 95%
    Caught fish

All reviews (70)

Showing 1 – 5 of 70 reviews
  • Jashaun Smith
    Jashaun Smith
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified
    NEW

    Great time with Captain Kory and crew

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) • 10 adults

    My group had a great experience with captain Kory and his crew. We did the 4hr trolling trip. Given that we had a large group and other activities to do that day we opted for the shorter trip. We were able to reel in a few mackerel. I'd recommend taking the longer offshore trip if you're looking to really bring in a catch. Overall a great experience and I would recommend for those looking to try their luck on a shorter excursion

    Reported Catch
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We hope to SEA you again soon for that bottom fishing trip.

  • Holly Rambin
    Holly Rambin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    Kept us on the fish!

    8 Hour – Bottom Fishing • 9 adults

    We had a big group (and lots of friends experienced folks). The captain kept us on the fish/made sure not to waste time fishing where they weren’t biting, and the deck hand hustled to get the fish off quickly and re-bait so we didn’t miss a beat catching more - or me right after another! Cabin was very nice and ac was good and cold. “Kitchen” sink to wash our hands and a bunk room so we could nap on the ride back. Deck was a little crowded for 9 folks, but the deck hand was quick to resolve any tangles (and bird nesting when we messed up the reels lol).

    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We appreciate that you booked with First Cast Charters PCB and we can’t wait to SEA you again soon! 🎣

  • Kristen Larson
    Kristen Larson
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience!

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) • 10 adults • 6 children

    We chose First Cast Charters based on the reviews, so I wanted to share our awesome experience as well. Captain Kory and first mate Scott took our group of 4 adults and 6 kids out for a 4 hour inshore trolling trip. We had a very successful trip, catching a total of 13 King Mackeral! First mate Scott was awesome. He was very informative and helpful, ensured the boat was clean throughout the trip (the boat was very clean upon us boarding as well), and answered all of our questions about the area and things to do.

    Reported Catch
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We are so glad y’all had a great trip and can’t wait to SEA you again soon!

  • Robert Baer
    Robert Baer
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Fishing!!

    6 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) • 7 adults • 1 child

    We had 5 adults & 2 kids on a 6 hour trip. captain Kory kept us moving to several fishing spots while Jacob stayed busy baiting our hooks, taking fish off & showing us fishing techniques. We caught our limit of red snapper & several other types of fish. We had a good time!!

  • Zacary Dietz
    Zacary Dietz
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip, very kid friendly

    3 Hour Trip – Inshore Trolling (AM) • 8 adults • 5 children

    Cpt. Korey and 1st mate were great with kids. We had 5 kids and 3 adults, everyone was able to land a fish. Make sure to bring proper cloths on cold /windy mornings. They were able put us on some fish ( Spanish makeral) even though the weather was cold. I would recommend them again. book early as they will fill up

    Reported Catch
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. We love having the kids experience the thrill of catching their first fish!