Nick Mcdonough
Nick Mcdonough
Repeat angler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified

Fantastic 5 hours!

3hrs3 adults

Jesse is authentic and knowledgeable. We had a great time and crushing fish in every spot he brought us to...had a blast and exceeded expectations. Tonight's feast is going to be amazing thanks to Jesse. Well done sir!

Response from Captain

Best trip ever! Thank you for the great review! Hope y’all enjoyed those!!!!

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Amelia Light Tackle Charters
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4.9
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21 ft
Group size 1 - 4
1 - 4
Fish 1
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4 hour trip • 4 persons
US $450

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4.9
318 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
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4.9
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What anglers say

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    Great experience
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    Family friendly
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    Good boat
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  • Jack Bramblett
    Jack Bramblett
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A great first experience for my granddaughter!

    3hrs2 adults

    We met Captain Jesse at the appointed time and he was ready go. We rode out to the first spot and were catching fish right away. Third cast brought a keeper Redfish to the boat. Caught another in short order plus other species. The entire trip was similar. Captain Jesse will put you on fish and he will tell you some good stories about the area while doing so. He hustled on board to keep hooks baited, hang ups cleared and us happy. Redfish, Black Drum, Black Sea Bass, Speckled Trout, along with some “trash” fish made for a fine trip!

    Reported Catch
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    ThankYou!

  • Robin Tondra
    Robin Tondra
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip - Fun

    4hrs2 adults

    This was a fun experience with Captain Jesse. He took us where we requested and we caught a variety of fish. Hw pulled in a very pretty black sea bass and a decent flounder though a touch under size limit. That was OK with us because we like to catch and release anyway. The rock bottom was a new experience for me and he helped me learn how to work the bait over the rocks. We were surprised to find out that we knew some of the same people from Fernandina Beach. We would go back fishing with Jesse anytime.

    Reported Catch
    Flounder
    Response from Captain

    ThankYou

  • Ashley Sayler
    Ashley Sayler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Crappy weather, still caught a variety of fish!

    3hrs4 adults2 children

    I was a little nervous about the weather and our fish catching abilities so last minute I changed from 2 hours to 3. The captain approved this right away which was great. This trip was PERFECT for myself and husband as we are already relatively experienced at fishing. Our son is 9 and he was able to fish completely independently and caught his own fish, too. Our daughter is 5 and pretty much just hunkered down on the floor of the boat because it was COLD that day. She could've participated but I wouldn't recommend bringing children younger than 5-6 unless it is over 70 degrees out. The captain was as helpful as possible and put us on the fish despite crappy weather (cold, windy).

    Reported Catch
    Speckled Trout
    Flounder
    Response from Captain

    ThankYou so much! great photos

  • David Lintz
    David Lintz
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Charter

    4hrs2 adults

    Wound up at Fernandia for my annual birthday trip. We typically charter a trip on each trip and were totally pleased. Captain Jesse putnus on fish immediately whereb I caight my first ever speckled trout, nice five pounder. while searching in shore for more of Captain Jesse's "secret" spots, we wound up catching a bunch of speckles and a few black drum, many keepers. A high light was the vast knowledge of the local history of the island and surrounding area Captain Jesse imparted. We will definitely give Captain Jesse a vall for our next charter in Fernandina. what a great day!

    Reported Catch
    Black Drum
    Speckled Trout
    Southern Kingfish
    Response from Captain

    ThankYou

  • Michael Kelsey
    Michael Kelsey
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great guide, entertaining and knowledgeable

    3hrs4 adults2 children

    Had a great family trip- my 2 sons ages 8 and 9 and my father in law all had fun and caught fish. Very laid back, knowledgeable, and easy to spend the day with. He put us on fish, answered all our questions, and made the trip enjoyable from start to finish. I'd definitely book with him again and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a fun, stress-free day on the water.

    Response from Captain

    ThankYou