- What can I expect when fishing on the flats?
- Isn’t too rough in the gulf for your boat?
- Are woman and children welcome?
- What about Bathroom Facilities?
- Are gift certificates available for special occasions?
- Do I need a license?
- What type and how many fish can I expect to catch?
- Can we keep fish?
- Do you use live bait or artificial?
- What if the weather is bad?
- How much does it cost if I want to extend my charter?
- Why do you not require a deposit?
- What is furnished on all fishing charters?
- What should I bring?
Calmer water compared to the open bay or gulf and always in sight of land. Most people do not have issues with sea or motion sickness in my experience. However, if you are prone to either one take the necessary steps to control it.
The majority of the time the depth of the water you will be in is less than four feet deep. In fact, while sight fishing you will routinely be in one foot or less.
In a lot of cases you will be sheltered from the wind. Other times we will use the breezes to help maneuver the boat quietly across the flats in search of fish.
Yes and No. Boat’s will normally handle a lot more than the passengers will ever want to experience but that doesn’t mean we will test that theory. We will not venture outside of protected areas unless conditions permit.
Of course, in fact women usually out fish the guys so don’t get your feelings hurt if she puts it to ya! Don’t forget the tip and your secret will be safe with me. Even though I allow and encourage you to take a child fishing, Grassy Flats Charters is not a day care facility.
Children can get very excited and must be supervised at all times for their safety and to ensure that they have a good time and take away nothing but great memories.
Please feel free to contact me if you decide to bring children and we will work together in developing a fun and exciting trip based on each individual child.
We are on a flats boat out in the water and nature calls! What do we do? Well each trip and clients are unique with different modesty issues.
I have some good ideas and will treat each situation with utmost professionalism. Ask for specifics!
Yes, in fact it would make a fantastic gift! Grassy Flats Charters provides custom trips and can accommodate many different requests. Just give me a call and we will work out the details.
No, Captain Snapp provides fishing licenses for each angler at no additional charge.
What do you want to catch? One species or several, the choice is up to you. I will share with you what is biting best at the time of your charter and explain in detail the methods that are working well at that particular time. As for as how many fish you will catch depends upon many different factors and the species you to decide to target. Weather, tide, rainfall, locating hungry fish and their willingness to eat and your fishing ability all play a role in your chances of hooking and landing fish. However, I will provide you with the boat, tackle, instruction, good times and put you where the fish are.
Redfish and Speckled Trout bite all year
Tarpon, Ling (Cobia), Pompano are best sight fished from March thru August, however, call for up to date information.
Other species that we can target and you can expect to catch from time to time include: Sharks, Flounder, Jacks, Mangrove Snapper, Ladyfish, King and Spanish Mackerel.
Yes, however, I strongly encourage everyone to practice catch and release. But if you would like to keep some to eat just remember to bring a cooler in order to keep your fish fresh. Please let Captain Snapp know your intentions before your trip.
On most trips we will use artificial lures. There is times however that live or cut bait will be used depending on the conditions and fish targeted. If bait is used there will be no additional cost to you.
Well like they say around Panama City, if you don’t like the weather wait 5 minutes and it will change. Please do not decide to cancel a trip without speaking to me first. The weather around Panama City can be tricky at best and I have had many days in the past that turned out some excellent fishing when everyone else stayed at home. With that said you can be assured that I would never put clients in danger because we can always reschedule.
How much does it cost if I want to extend my charter?
If you would like to extend the time of your charter from the minimum hours listed, discuss it with Captain Snapp and if there is not a conflict with his schedule, arrangements to stay longer may be made at no additional cost to you!
Why do you not require a deposit?
Good question. First, it is simply easier to conduct business this way. It’s less of a hassle for both of us. Second, just as you research guides before you spend your hard earned money for a special fishing trip, I qualify potential clients before they ever step foot on my boat. I talk with each person, gathering information getting to know you, your expectations, skill level etc…If at anytime I feel that the person is someone that I would not want to spend time with or fish with as a friend I will simply recommend that they find another Guide. Ultimately, I pick clients that are trust worthy, they take me at my word and I take them at theirs.
What is furnished on all fishing charters?
- A Great Attitude!
- A clean Boat in great condition
- All fishing tackle (tackle varies with the type of charter)
- Fishing License for all anglers (no additional charge)
- Ice, “for your food, water, assorted soft drinks or alcoholic beverages”
- Insect repellant (mine is a spray, if you have a favorite, bring it!)
- Digital camera and Digital video camera upon request
- Instructional information on fishing the local waters, how to pole and operate on a flats boat and general history of the local area
- 100% effort on every charter to provide all clients with a great day on the water!
What should I bring?
What to bring on all fishing charters:
- A great attitude! Willingness to learn and have fun!
- Hat (wide brim, one that will provide sun protection and increase visibility when sight fishing)
- Clothing that fits the weather conditions (its best to layer, it may be cool early and late in the day). Rain gear is recommended during the summer months due to the showers that may develop, speak with the Captain before your trip.
- Sun glasses (If sight fishing, polarized sun glasses are a must have. Tinted work the best with amber, copper, or vermilion lenses for the best visibility into the water)
- Comfortable non-marring shoes (Please, no black soles)
- Sun screen protection “lotion’s and/or clothing” (don’t forget your lips)
- Whatever you would like to drink or eat (please talk with the Captain before you go shopping, space can be limited)
- Camera and/or Video camera
What to bring on Sightseeing / Photo Excursions:
Same as “fishing charters” but in addition you may want to include:
- Binoculars
- Spotting scope
- Umbrella for shade
- Snorkeling gear
- Towels
What to bring on a Crooked Island Sound “Do it all Excursion!”:
Same as the other charters but consider adding small beach chairs and a cooler. It may make your trip a little more comfortable.
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