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Chad Kidwell
Chad Kidwell
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
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Member since 2020
•
2 trips
5.0
Verified

Best fishing trip we've ever had in the Fla panhandle

Half Day Trip (AM) - 12:00 PM4 adults

The guys were great and we'd highly recommend! They gave us options on what we wanted to fish for and we didn't fish anywhere that there were not fish immediately. We caught I'm guessing 50 fish and several times caught two fish on a line at one time. Great service, great conversations, very comfortable and like we told them, we don't judge a trip based on catching fish or not catching fish. If you do, double check yourself and appreciate the tranquility and time with friends/family as what it's all about. Fish or no fish, it's a gift most of us don't get every day. The icing on the cake was catching more fish than we've ever caught on any family fishing trip. We will be back this summer to snapper fish and can't wait to spend more time slaying it with Combat Fishing!

Response from Captain

Chad i couldnt have said it better! What an exceptional trip we had. Great company and amazing fish. Cant wait for your next trip.

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4 hour trip • 6 persons
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4.9
46 reviews
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  • Sherry Johnston
    Sherry Johnston
    us
    Alabama, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Epic!

    Half Day Trip (AM) - 12:00 PM • 2 adults

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EPIC Birthday Fishing Adventure! 🎣🌊☀️ What an incredible day with Combat Fishing Company, Capt. John, and deckhand Jackson! We booked a deep-sea fishing trip for my husband’s birthday, and wow—what an adventure! Capt. John told me he would make the day extra special since it was his birthday, but I never imagined just how amazing it would be. We had beautiful sunshine all day, but Mother Nature definitely kept things exciting with 7-foot waves rocking us from start to finish! We got absolutely soaked on the ride out, while fishing, and on the ride back—but honestly, it just added to the fun and made the day even more memorable. Capt. John and Jackson worked hard all day helping us catch fish and making sure everyone had a great time. Thanks to their expertise, we landed several Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper. It was nonstop action and excitement! Despite the rough seas, Capt. John did an outstanding job navigating the boat and keeping us safe while putting us on the fish. Jackson was fantastic as well—always ready to help, encourage, and keep the good times rolling. We definitely got our money’s worth and then some. The fishing was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made are priceless. This was one of the most fun birthday celebrations we’ve ever had. Thank you, Capt. John and Jackson, for giving my husband a birthday he’ll never forget. We will absolutely be booking another trip with Combat Fishing Company! If you’re thinking about booking a fishing charter, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!

    Response from Captain

    What an amazing trip and group. We had so much fun battling the seas but we caught some epic fish! Cant wait to see you all again when you come down.

  • Sherry Johnston
    Sherry Johnston
    us
    Alabama, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0

    Epic

    Half Day Trip (PM)

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EPIC Birthday Fishing Adventure! 🎣🌊☀️ What an incredible day with Combat Fishing Company, Capt. John, and deckhand Jackson! We booked a deep-sea fishing trip for my husband’s birthday, and wow—what an adventure! Capt. John told me he would make the day extra special since it was his birthday, but I never imagined just how amazing it would be. We had beautiful sunshine all day, but Mother Nature definitely kept things exciting with 7-foot waves rocking us from start to finish! We got absolutely soaked on the ride out, while fishing, and on the ride back—but honestly, it just added to the fun and made the day even more memorable. Capt. John and Jackson worked hard all day helping us catch fish and making sure everyone had a great time. Thanks to their expertise, we landed several Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper. It was nonstop action and excitement! Despite the rough seas, Capt. John did an outstanding job navigating the boat and keeping us safe while putting us on the fish. Jackson was fantastic as well—always ready to help, encourage, and keep the good times rolling. We definitely got our money’s worth and then some. The fishing was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made are priceless. This was one of the most fun birthday celebrations we’ve ever had. Thank you, Capt. John and Jackson, for giving my husband a birthday he’ll never forget. We will absolutely be booking another trip with Combat Fishing Company! If you’re thinking about booking a fishing charter, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!

    Reported Catch
    Gray Triggerfish
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    What an amazing trip and group. We had so much fun battling the seas but we caught some epic fish! Cant wait to see you all again when you come down.

  • Chad Kidwell
    Chad Kidwell
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    •
    Member since 2020
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best fishing trip we've ever had in the Fla panhandle

    Half Day Trip (AM) - 12:00 PM • 4 adults

    The guys were great and we'd highly recommend! They gave us options on what we wanted to fish for and we didn't fish anywhere that there were not fish immediately. We caught I'm guessing 50 fish and several times caught two fish on a line at one time. Great service, great conversations, very comfortable and like we told them, we don't judge a trip based on catching fish or not catching fish. If you do, double check yourself and appreciate the tranquility and time with friends/family as what it's all about. Fish or no fish, it's a gift most of us don't get every day. The icing on the cake was catching more fish than we've ever caught on any family fishing trip. We will be back this summer to snapper fish and can't wait to spend more time slaying it with Combat Fishing!

    Response from Captain

    Chad i couldnt have said it better! What an exceptional trip we had. Great company and amazing fish. Cant wait for your next trip.

  • Jessica Fowler
    Jessica Fowler
    us
    Georgia, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 6 adults • 4 children

    Captain John and deck hand Jackson are great. we had 4 kids with us ages 9-12, and they were very patient and helped the boys out. They also answered the million and one questions the kids had and shared cool facts about the fish. Captain put us right on the fish, and we got a good batch to take home. Weather was a little rough, but Captain John did an amazing job navigating the water for an enjoyable ride. 10 out of 10 recommend.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jessica we definitely enjoyed taking you guys out, the kids were great sports and listened well. Hope to see you guys next time your in town. Hopefully better weather for you guys!

  • Russell Cole
    Russell Cole
    us
    North Carolina, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Quick Limits

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    Captain John and Dawson were great. they got us on fish quick, were great company to fish with, and were good about being flexible to changing conditions. We limited on vermillion snapper in about an hour. Great guys and would absolutely fish with them again. They handled our full group really well, we had a range of experience fishing, from none to regulars. They handled us all well and kept us catching.

    Reported Catch
    Amberjack
    Vermilion Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Captain

    we had a great time fish were big and the bite was hott. lets do it again. enjoyed meeting all of you