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Brian Hall
Brian Hall
us
Michigan, US
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Member since 2023
5.0
Verified

Fun morning of shark fishing

4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (AM)4 adults2 children

Captain Nate was very communicative and flexible leading up to trip. Took a couple kiddos out shark fishing. While waiting for sharks, we were able to fish off the side of the boat for smaller fish. We caught one shark on a day where other boats weren't getting a bite. Did some bonus trolling on the way in to catch a mackerel and few other fish. Wouldn't hesitate to book again. Thanks!

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Checkmate Charters 34' sportfish
Checkmate Charters 34' sportfish
Federally permitted
4.9
(188)
34 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+10
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $550

Rating

4.9
188 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 94%
    Great experience
  • 99%
    Family friendly
  • 99%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 95%
    Recommended
  • 90%
    Caught fish

All reviews (188)

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  • Stephanie Large
    Stephanie Large
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Taking my kids first time deep sea fishing!

    5 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) • 3 adults • 2 children

    Captain Nate was great and his boat was fantastic! We had a great time and the kids learned a lot. We didn’t catch the big one but we did catch quite a few! Captain Nate ensured they were able to reel in a few:). We were able to keep 3 lane snappers, he cleaned them and we were able to eat them fish taco style at Grills. I definitely would recommend Captain Nate and Checkmate Charter. Thank you for a great experience!

    Reported Catch
    Lane Snapper
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Scott Niermeyer
    Scott Niermeyer
    us
    Colorado, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    What a experience!

    4 Hr Trip – Coastal Shark Trip (AM) • 6 adults • 3 children

    We had non stop action. Caught plenty. Captain was great with the kids. He worked his butt off. Boat had plenty of room. Kids are so excited to come back and do it again.

    Reported Catch
    Goliath Grouper
    Blacktip Shark
    Hammerhead Shark
  • Christopher Kemner
    Christopher Kemner
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Hell of an outting

    7hr Offshore Fishing • 6 adults

    Caught a bunch of king mackerel and spanish mackerel. It was a great time!

    Reported Catch
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Michael Lezanic
    Michael Lezanic
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing with Nathan

    5 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) • 2 adults

    Grandson caught a 200#Goliath Grouper

  • Luke Holden
    Luke Holden
    us
    West Virginia, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    7hr Offshore Fishing • 2 adults

    caught pleny of fish nate was on it never slowed down keeping us going had a blast already planning another trip with checkmatecharters

    Reported Catch
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Red Snapper
    Cobia