1 • OBFA CHARTER BOAT FISHING DIRECTORY
2013-2014 CH ARTER FISHING D I RE C TORY
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Captain Don McPherson Call, text, or book online from my website
251-752-0235
www.GetawayCharters.com Offering fishing & fun for up to 6 people. 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 hour charters available.
Morning or afternoon available with 4 & 6 hour charters.
Bring your family, friends, buddies or clients
Year Round Fishing For Everyone
Sometimes you just expect a little more!
• A private charter for one or more • Clean, white, odor-free boat with sanitized bathroom • Spacious seating with cool A/C • Professional service from your Captain & mate • HDTV, XM & Sirius Satellite Stereo, PlayStation® III
4 • OBFA CHARTER BOAT FISHING DIRECTORY The Orange Beach Charter Boat Fishing Directory is published annually by Gulf Coast Newspapers, LLC, PO Box 509 - Robertsdale, AL 36567 - 251.947.7712. Distributed free by the Orange Beach Fishing Association, The Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitor’s Bureau and at other locations throughout Alabama. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Gulf Coast Newspapers accepts no responsibility in the guarantee of goods and services advertised herein. Lynn A. Ditto Special Projects Advertising Coordinator 251.947.7712 lditto@gulfcoastnewspapers.com
Orange Beach Fishing Association P.O. Box 222 Orange Beach, AL 36561 251.981.2300 info@orangebeach fishingassociation.com www.OrangeBeach FishingAssociation.com
Table of Contents
OBFA Board and Life Members OBFA Captains and Owners Directory OBFA Deckhands, First Mates and Second Business Members Listing Passenger Trip Suggestions & Etiquette Fish We Catch Six Pack Boat Directory Multi-Passenger Boat Directory Inshore/Nearshore Boat Directory Alabama’s Artificial Reef Program
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OBFA President’s Welcome Join us with the largest charter fleet on the Gulf Coast. A year around family fishing destination offering the best Inshore, Nearshore and Deep Sea Fishing anywhere! We are your guides to the waters that have been attracting people year around to our coast for decades. Our professional captains and crews continue our fishing heritage aboard a broad spectrum of Charter boats. On behalf of the Orange Beach Fishing Association and its member Captains and Crew, we welcome you to join us for a memorable experience. You may prefer to explore and fish the hundreds of miles backwaters, bayous and bays with an experienced Inshore Captain. These charters offer year round opportunities to hook up with one of the many species that inherit these brackish waters. The waters of our Gulf of Mexico, off the Alabama Coast is home to the best bottom fishing in the world. You can troll near the shores for pelagic species or can enjoy the excitement of the annual spring Cobia Run. We believe in the importance of habitat to fish populations and it is crucial that we maintain sustainable fisheries Therefore, for more than 50 years, our Captains and supporters have developed the world’s largest permitted Artificial Reef Zone. These over 17,000 reefs have become residence for many reef fish species and offer a world-class destination for bottom fishing trips. Venture further offshore to reach the deep blue water of the Gulf of Mexico for an opportunity to have the breathtaking experience of fighting a big game sport fish such as Tuna or Marlin. Our Captains are stewards of the waters that are home to diverse fisheries and offer spectacular opportunities to enjoy our natural resources. Near the shore, in the deep blue, or anywhere in between, fun-filled memories await. Let our waters entertain you, join us on the Alabama Gulf Coast. Tom Steber President Orange Beach Fishing Association
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OBFA Board EXECUTIVE BOARD
of
Directors
DIRECTORS
President
Capt. Tom Ard Capt. Gordon Burdette Capt. “Chip” Day Capt. Troy Frady Capt. Johnny Greene - Gulf Council Representative Capt. John Hollingshead Capt. Don McPherson Capt. Debbie Wilhite Capt. Jack Wilhite Capt. Dale Woodruff
Tom Steber
Vice-President Capt. Gary Bryant
Secretary/Treasurer Capt. Iris G. Ethridge (LM)
OBFA Life Members
Capt. Ronnie Andrews Alabama Island Lady Capt. Armand Annan Gulf Rebel Capt. Donald Annan Joyce Capt. Gloyice Ard Boll Weevil Capt. Ray Callaway Rip Tide Capt. Bill Douglas Doug-Out Capt. Iris G. Ethridge Crosstie Capt. Ben Fairey Necessity
Capt. Maurice Fitzsimons Miss Celeste
Capt. John Turner Fat Pat
Capt. Ty Fleming White Capps
Capt. Billy Walker Sea Duster
Capt. Earl Griffiths Sea Reaper Capt. Howard Hall Moreno Queen
Capt. Allen “Rookie” Kruse Rookie
Capt. Walter Trent Albacore
Capt. Robert E. “Bob” Walker Thelma Ann Capt. Robin E. “Bobby” Walker Summer Breeze I and II
Capt. Carl McDuffie Pompano Capt. Sandy Smith Misty III
Capt. Gladwin Walker Sea Rebel
Capt. Roland Walker Perdido Capt. Roy Walker Miss Kay
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Captains and Owners Directory
*Indicates Life Member Name Listing Page # Alawine, Sonny 29 Andrews, Keith 21 Annan, Brian 18 *Annan, Donald 19 Ard, Tom 14, 28 Boggs, Randy 30 Bozeman, Kendall 21 Brewer, Alex 19, 22, 39 Bridges, Lee 17 Brothers, Clyde 38 Broughton, Kathy 39 Brown, David 37 Bryant, Gary 21 Burdette, Gordon 13 Chambliss, Jeffrey 37 Choron, Michael 37 Colley, Jr., Jeffrey 39 Cook, Chris 33 Daniels, Brian 20, 40 Davis, Mike 40 Day, “Chip” 14 Edgar, Jonathan 19 *Fairey, Ben 30 Fill, Peter 23 *Fitzsimons, “Fitz” 32 Ford, Frank 37 Foust, Steve 25 Frady, Troy 15 Gams, Rob 14 Graves, Mike 23 Greene, Johnny 29 Hale, Thomas A. 36 Hargle, Gary Hollingshead, John 20 Holk, Andy 34 Johnson, Scott 15 Jones, Jr., Art 15 Keahl, Al 17 Kelly, Bobby 19 Ledkins, Eddie Lynch, Brian 30 McDuffie, Ricky 31 McPherson, Don 14, 18
Primary Number 251.747.7367 251.269.8201 251.981.3119 251.928.8706 251.979.2682 251.981.7173 334.657.2624 251.550.5588 615.417.1026 251.752.0421 251.747.7375 251.981.6246 251.752.0656 251.981.0933 251.979.1209 850.384.9059 850.791.8722 205.572.2371 850.516.9760 251.979.4850 251.952.8247 850.529.8425 251.747.5782 251.981.4510 251.626.9437 251.981.4796 251.747.4761 251.975.8111 251.942.4389 251.424.7067 251.747.2872 251.284.5107 251.923.9530 850.777.0232 251.747.1831 800.793.4044 850.995.5031 251.747.8102 251.747.3126 850.382.2538 251.747.0217 251.747.4468 251.981.8047
Secondary Number 251.981.4082 251.747.7777 251.981.3119 800.806.7889 334.376.0055 251.295.6158
251.942.4037 251.540.6982 205.587.2195 251.981.2463 850.492.6377 334.682.4260 251.979.4099 850.529.8876 251.504.1108 251.209.9166 850.478.3595
251.271.4231 850.607.7593 251.752.3232 850.944.3124 850.438.3675 251.981.9686 251.752.0235
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Captains and Owners Directory *Indicates Life Member Name Listing Page # Marler, Clarence 33 Nash, Joe 28 Olmstead, Kevin 41 Pfeiffer, George 27, 28 Price, Doug 21 Reeves, Bryan 23 Ricks, Stephen Rowell, Mike 25 Salley, Mike 22 Shaver, Brent 38 Sightler, Dewitt 27 Silsbee, Dan Sims, Edward 13, 20 Smith, Russell 18 Sowards, Grady 28 Staff, Bill 32 Stinson, Albert Stone, Ron 41 Subert, Igor 36 Teague, Jack 38 Treigle, Jr., Dennis 38 Vicars, Jason 30 *Walker, Bobby 33 Waller, Jimmy 27, 39 Walter, David 41 Ware, Reuben 34 Watts, Jr., Bryan 22 Weaver, Mike 40 Wilhite, Jack 22 Willis, Bill 40 Wilson, Seth 31 Woodruff, Dale 27
Primary Number 850.376.1013 251.974.5615 251.401.3474 251.986.6855 251.223.9289 251.233.0465 251.747.3131 251.981.2081 850.261.4358 251.747.0220 850.587.4000 251.747.6671 251.747.6712 850.725.8334 251.981.7173 251.979.3631 251.455.1074 251.269.2154 251.233.7200 305.304.3993 850.221.7732 251.979.9189 251.981.6159 251.747.4893 251.979.2200 251.981.7173 251.978.1934 850.232.4251 251.948.3474 850.748.5076 251.981.1500 251.974.5911
Secondary Number
251.981.3119 251.747.5704 251.981.3119 251.223.3944 251.233.7055 901.378.1793 251.979.6944 251.747.1886 251.284.3120
251.747.7777 251.990.5011 251.747.7777
251.979.1812 888.558.3889 251.213.5000 251.947.3256 251.989.3007 251.974.5714 850.572.3106 251.981.3811 251.504.4468 800.806.7889 251.978.2537
251.747.3575 251.981.5749 800.806.7889 251.981.2378
251.391.0935
Deckhands, First Mates, Second Captains
Annan, Kendall Annan, Kevin Annan, Phillip Arnould, Tyler Blake, Tony Blankenship, Alexis Browder, Tom Capper, Dick Carr, Jason
251.981.6231 251.981.5749 251.550.9200
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Deckhands, First Mates, Second Captains
Name Collins, Kelly Cutler, Patrick Davis, Richard Cameron Duce, Adam Dale Emerson, Ben Fiala, Jacob Garner, Chris Golfos, Louie Hardgrave, Harold Harrigon, Robert Jeandron, John Lilly, Michael McDonald, Jimmy McDuffie, Adam McDuffie, Alex McKey, Cole McKinnell, Andrew McNeil, Andrew Mabire, Zack Newton, Adam Partain, Kyle Phillips, Andrew Porter, Tyler Resmondo, Dallas, Resmondo, Richard Riddle II, William Sapp, Samuel Sculley, Kyle Schroeder, Alex Smith, Colby Toole, Shane Van Fleet, Jeffrey Wilhite, Debbie
Primary Number 850.375.3878 251.422.5523 251.747.0741 850.516.6605 251.269.3255 251.504.1757 251.978.1467 251.583.1353 850.458.2265 251.981.9038 985.259.0280 251.747.5751 251.463.1516 251.747.4467 251.747.4467 251.550.7019 251.550.5366 251.269.7400 251.635.9170 251.978.7288 251.201.0338 205.292.3620 251.223.2749 251.228.0717 251.228.0717 251.269.5357 850.393.5133 251.979.3989 850.287.0444 251.747.9107 850.602.2475 360.783.1589 251.948.3474
Secondary Number 850.380.9647
251.229.0290 850.723.3457 251.747.6295 251.945.5210 251.981.9686 251.981.9686 251.550.5002 251.945.6028 251.635.9026 205.225.3124 251.978.3392 251.228.2224
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Business Members AAA Charters
251.609.2525 www.AAACharters.net
Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce 251.968.6901 www.AlaGulfCoastChamber.com
Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitor’s Bureau 251.974.1510 www.OrangeBeach.com
BamaWebs 251.978.5227 www.BamaWebs.com
Blue Water Ships Stores 251.943.4179 www.BWSSal.com
City of Orange Beach
251.981.6979 www.CityOfOrangeBeach.com
Crosstie Management Services Capt. Iris G. Ethridge - Life Member 251.981.6639
J&M Tackle
25125 Canal Rd. • Orange Beach, AL 251.981.5460 www.JMTackle.com
Krebs Architecture
24693 Canal Rd. • Orange Beach, AL 251.967.3250 www.KrebsAEE.com
Mandoki Hospitality
Gulf Shores Plantation Hwy. • Gulf Shores, AL 251.540.5000 www.GulfShoresPlantation.com
Orange Beach Marina
27075 Marina Rd. • Orange Beach, AL 251.981.4207 www.OrangeBeachMarina.com
Point Clear Boat Works, LLC P.O. Box 1425 • Point Clear, AL 251.928.8874 PtClearBoatWorks@aol.com
Resmondo Boat Works Inc.
8155 Escambia Ave. (Hwy 97) • Perdido Beach, AL 251.961.7118
Sam’s Stop & Shop
Cummin’s Mid South, L.L.C.
251.981.4245 scout1954@hotmail.com www.SamsTackle.com
First Baldwin Insurance
605 Waterway Blvd • Gulf Shores, AL 251.981.3700 www.SaundersYacht.com
1924 East I-65 Service Road North • Mobile, AL 251.456.2236 www.MidSouth.Cummins.com 8154 Hwy 59 Suite 208 • Foley, AL 251.943.6677 www.FirstBaldwinInsurance.com
Gulf South Resources Inc. Drug Testing 410 East Laurel Ave. • Foley, AL 251.943.4717 www.GulfSouthResources.net
Intercostal Prop, Inc.
159 Parkway South • Gulf Shores, AL 251.968.7767 www.InterCoastalProp.com
J Devine Company
25910 Canal Rd. Ste O #144 • Orange Beach, AL 251.981.9723 www.JDevineCompany.com
Saunders Yachtworks
TiSha’s Boutique & Design/Monogramming
2200 East 2nd St. • Gulf Shores, AL 251.968.9105 • 251.978.2537 www.ShopTishas.com
Unique Pendant Lighting, LLC P.O. Box 117 • Orange Beach, AL 251.402.2729 www.UniquePendantLighting.com
Zeke’s Landing Boat Sales, LLC
26651 Perdido Beach Blvd. • Orange Beach, AL 251.504.7037 www.ZekesLandingBoatSales.com
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Passenger Trip Suggestions & Etiquette Contributed by Captain Iris G. Ethridge
1. Dress for comfort. Bring sunscreen, a camera, sunglasses and wear soft light colored sole shoes. 2. Avoid rich food and excessive alcohol the night before. Eat a light breakfast and if taking motion sickness medication please follow directions. 3. Bring an ample supply of eats and drinks. It is customary to bring eats and drinks for your captain and crew. 4. Please respect the boat and equipment. Your captain and crew have a lot of pride in their vessels and equipment can be costly to you if damaged or lost overboard. 5. Deckhands work hard for you and have pride in your catch. Their day starts several hours before your trip and extends hours after you are gone. We recommend a 15% tip over and above a fish cleaning fee. Open Daily! Seasonal 6. Make sure you choose a trip that Hours suits you. Our fleet offers 4 hour trips all May Apply! way up to 3 day trips. Your Captain can 251-968-8111 the assist you in choosing the appropriate trip to meet your needs. 7. Always inquire about payment TRAIG092 method, cancellation and bad weather BUY 2 POINTS GET 1 FREE policies. Not valid with any other specials. Good on single point price only. Excludes Sky Coaster Points.
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Alabama State Waters Regulation Size and Creel Limits All fishing regulations are subject to change. Before going fishing check with the Marine Resources Division (Gulf Shores 251.968.7576, Dauphin Island 251.861.2882). Your OBFA Member Captain is also a knowledgeable informed resource. TL=Total Length • FL=Fork Length • CFL=Curved Fork Length SPECIES BEST TIME SIZE DAILY CREEL TO CATCH LIMIT LIMIT Amberjack, Greater **** Year-Round 30” Min FL 1 per person Amberjack, Lesser Year-Round 14”-22” FL No Creel Limit Bull Redfish (Red Drum) Early Fall to Early Spring 16” Min TL 26” Max TL 3 per person 1 oversized fish allowed Cobia (Ling) Early Spring 33” Min TL 2 per person Flounder Late Spring to Early Fall 12” Min TL 10 per person Groupers Year-Round •Grouper, Black ** **** Year-Round 22” Min TL 4 per person ** •Grouper, Gag ** ***** Year-Round 22” Min TL 0 per person** **** •Grouper, Red ** **** Year-Round 20” Min TL 2 per person ** •Grouper, Scamp ** **** Year-Round 16” Min TL 4 per person ** •Grouper, Yellowfin ** **** Year-Round 20” Min TL 4 per person ** Marlin, Blue Late Spring to Early Fall Marlin, White Early Fall Mackerel, King Late Spring to Fall 24” Min TL 2 per person Mackerel, Spanish Early Spring to Late Fall None 15 per person Pompano, Florida Late Spring to Early Fall 12” Min TL 3 per person Sailfish Late Spring to Late Summer Sharks Year-Round •Atlantic Sharpnose and Bonnethead Year-Round None 1 per person per day •All Other Shark Species Year-Round 54” Min TL 1 per person per day (30” Dressed) Spotted Seatrout (Speckled Trout) Late Spring to Early FAll 14” Min TL 10 per person Sheepshead Year-Round Snappers Year-Round •Red **** Year-Round 16” Min TL 2 per person •Gray (Mangrove, Black) Year-Round 12” Min TL 10 per person •Lane Year-Round 8” Min TL *** •Vermilion Year-Round 10” Min TL 10 per person *** Tarpon Late Spring to Early Fall 60” Min TL $50.00 Tag Required to harvest each Tarpon Triggerfish, Gray Year-Round 14” Min TL *** Tripletail (Blackfish) Mid-Spring to Fall 16” Min TL 3 per person Tuna, Bigeye Year-Round 27” Min CFL No Creel Limit Tuna, Yellowfin Year-Round 27” Min CFL No Creel Limit Wahoo Late Spring to Fall (Off the Rigs) White Trout Late Spring to Early Fall * Only two Striped Bass are allowed within MRD Jurisdiction. ** Mixed species aggregate creel limit | 4 per person (only 2 Red Grouper may be included in Grouper aggregate) *** Reef Fish Aggregate: There is a twenty (20) fish aggregate creel limit for reef fish species (Example: Grunts, Porgies, Gray Triggerfish, Lane Snapper, etc.) for which there is no other creek limit. (Only 10 Vermilion Snapper are allowed in the 20-fish aggregate). **** Alabama State Waters open and close with Federal Regulations. ***** Gag is closed to recreational harvest until NMFS sets a season in mid-2013. NO FISH FILLETS OF ANY SPECIES ARE ALLOWED ON ANY VESSEL. Prohibited Species: Goliath Grouper (Jewfish), Nassau Grouper, Atlantic Angel Shark, Bigeye Sand Tiger, Bigeye Thresher, Bignose Shark, Caribbean Reef Shark, Caribbean Sharpnose Shark, Galapogos Shark, Narrowtooth Shark, Night Shark, Sevengill Shark, Sixgill Shark, Dusky Shark, Longin Mako, Sand Tiger, Basking Shark, Whale Shark, White Shark, Nurse Shark, Smalltail Shark, Smalltooth Sawfish, Largetooth Sawfish, Spotted Eagle Ray, Atlantic Manta.
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Six Passenger “Six Pack” Deep Sea Fishing
A six (6) passenger offshore charter boat is also known as a “Six Pack” boat. These boats can carry 1 to 6 passengers at a time. Many trips are taken with 2 to 3 people. Depending on the length of the trip you have chosen, you may either stay nearshore or go further offshore. There is usually a direct correlation between the length of the charter trip and the distance you can go offshore. Weather and sea conditions are also factors as well as the fish you want to target. Boat Sizes - Boats range from 30’ to 50’ in size. One thing the boats have in common is that they are designed to operate in a nearshore to offshore environment and provide a safe and comfortable ride. Rates, Pricing and Fees - Most boats offer private fishing charters. This means the fees paid are for the entire group, 1 to 6 people and for an agreed number of hours. Some six pack boats do offer shared expense trips. Fish cleaning is generally .30¢ per pound (whole fish estimated weight). Customary gratuity for your deckhand is 15% to 20% of the trip price.
Characteristics of a Six Passenger “Six Pack” Deep Sea Fishing Boat: • Ideal for people who want to go deep sea fishing in small groups of up to 6 people maximum. • These boats can take you near the beach (nearshore fishing) or offshore (deep sea fishing). • All boats have a restroom on board. • Most have a shaded area to get out of the sun or an air conditioned cabin. Many are heated as well for comfortable winter fishing.
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Adrenaline
Alibi II
Zeke’s Landing Marina 36’ Cap Horn Passengers: 1-6
Outcast Charter Fleet 36’ Sedan Passenger: 1-6
Captain: Edward Sims Phone: 251.747.6712 Phone: 251.980.1800
Captain: Gordon Burdette Phone: 251.981.0933 Phone: 205.587.2195
Email: adrenalinecharters@hotmail.com Website: www.AdrenalineFishingCharters.com
Email: captgburdette@gmail.com Website: www.AlibiCharterFishing.com
All types of fishing, oil rig trips, deep drop fishing, big game fishing and shark fishing. “Get there faster and fish longer!�
All Types of Fishing, Air Conditioned, Family and Corporate Fun.
MARITIME COVERAGE CORP. ISLAND WIDE MARINE AGENCY
We at Maritime Coverage Corp. & Island Wide Marine Agency wish the Orange Beach Fleet a most successful 2013 season!
“Every trip should start with the right coverage.�
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Another Getaway Zeke’s Landing Marina 46’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Don McPherson Phone: 251.752.0235 Phone: 251.981.8047 Email: getawaycharters@yahoo.com Website: www.GetawayGulfFishing.com
Boll Weevil
Zeke’s Landing Marina Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Gary Hargle Phone: 251.979.2682 Email: tom@fairwaterfishing.com Website: www.OrangeBeachFish.com
Bottom Fishing & Trolling.
Bottom Fishing, Deepwater Fishing, Trolling, Family Fishing, Offshore Big Game Trolling.
Chipper’s Clipper 42’ Custom Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Charles W. “Chip” Day Phone: 251.952.8247 Email: chipjr@gulftel.com Website: www.ChippersClipper.com
Bottom Fishing & Deep Water Grouper Fishing. Trolling: Wahoo, Dolphin, Tuna, Marlin.
Cool Breeze
Zeke’s Landing Marina 39’ Resmondo Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Rob Gams Phone: 251.942.4389 Email: robgams@aol.com Website: www.CoolBreezeCharterFishing.com
Bottom Fishing, Nearshore & Offshore Trolling, Marlin & Tuna Trips. Air Conditioned.
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Dana-J
Distraction Charters
Captain: Art Jones, Jr. Phone: 850.995.5031 Phone: 850.944.3124
Captain: Troy Frady Phone: 251.975.8111
Outcast Charter Fleet 39’ Custom Sea Harvester Passengers: 1-6
Email: danajcharters@gmail.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Light Tackle Fishing.
Orange Beach Marina 42’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6
Email: distractioncharters@gmail.com Website: www.DistractionCharters.com Facebook.com/orangebeachfishingcharters We are the first in family deep sea fishing. All charters are “G� rated. Kids are welcome. No deposit required and offer complimentary fish cleaning. Easy online bookings that are hassle free.
www.ResmondoBoatWorks.com
Custom Boat Building
Specializing In Fiberglass and Wooden Boat Repair and Painting Engine Re-Power Services Marine Railway
6664 County Rd 95 Josephine, AL 36530 (251) 987-1224 www.piratescoveriffraff.com
Come Join us for one of our Famous Cheeseburgers!
L 300 19.2’ N Lo 870 32.0’ W An area landmark for over 50 years.
251-961-7118 8155 Escambia Ave. (CR97) Perdido Beach, AL 36530
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We Absolutely Specialize In Family Fishing Charters! From Smallmouth to Walleye on Lake St. Claire; Lake Trout and Salmon on The Great Lakes and all the wonderful fishing on The Gulf of Mexico... we’ve done it all and enjoyed every minute of it. We invite you to enjoy it with us. Beautiful weather, great fishing and great conversation... it doesn’t get any better than this! Tight Lines, Capt. Al & Karen
35’ Fish Trap II 33’ Fish On 31’ Fish Trap Kids are never too young to go fishing and we fish year round.
Fish Trap Charters
Orange Beach, AL 251.747.8102 • 251.550.8887 Email: sales@fishtrapcharters.biz Visit Us www.FishTrapCharters.biz
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Fish On
Fish Trap
Zeke’s Landing Marina 33’ Crosby Passengers: 1-6
Zeke’s Landing Marina 31’ Island Hopper Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Al Keahl Captain: Nicky Phone: 251.747.8102 Phone: 251.550.8887
Captain: Al Keahl Phone: 251.747.8102 Phone: 251.550.8887
Email: sales@fishtrapcharters.biz Website: FishTrapCharters.biz
We absolutely specialize in Family Fishing Charters! 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 Hour Trips. Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Nearshore & Offshore.
Fish Trap II
Email: sales@fishtrapcharters.biz Website: www.FishTrapCharters.biz
We absolutely specialize in Family Fishing Charters!
OUR COMPANY MISSION To treat our customers as we would like to be treated. Our business rests upon the foundation of Satisfaction, Fairness and Courtesy. We strive to make your fishing experience a memorable one.
Gennie Lee
Zeke’s Landing Marina 35’ Resmondo Passenger: 1-6
Sportsman Marina 27’ Grady White Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Al Keahl Phone: 251.747.8102 Phone: 251.550.8887
Captain: Lee Bridges Phone: 615.417.1026
Email: sales@fishtrapcharters.biz Website: www.FishTrapCharters.biz
We absolutely specialize in Family Fishing Charters!
OUR COMPANY MISSION To treat our customers as we would like to be treated. Our business rests upon the foundation of Satisfaction, Fairness and Courtesy. We strive to make your fishing experience a memorable one.
Email: captainlee@gennieleecharters.com Website: www.GennieLeeCharters.com
We offer a family atmosphere with Offshore Bottom Fishing, Trolling and Inshore Fishing. Fishing trips for all ages and experience levels. A leisurely bay cruise is available as well.
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Getaway
Git’n It On
Zeke’s Landing Marina 36’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6
SanRoc Cay Marina 55’ Custom Sportfisher Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Don McPherson Phone: 251.752.0235 Phone: 251.981.8047
Captain: Russell Smith Phone: 251.504.4468
Email: getawaycharters@yahoo.com Website: www.GetAwayCharters.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Family Fishing.
Gulf Rebel
Email: myfish@bellsouth.net Website: www.BamaCharters.com
All Air Conditioned. Tackle and License Furnished. All types of Fishing.
Jamie G
Annan’s Port 44’ Custom Passengers: 1-6
Zeke’s Landing Marina 36’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Brian Annan Phone: 251.981.3119 Phone: 251.747.7777
Captain: Gary Goodwin Phone: 251.942.2020
Email: gulfrebel@gulftel.com Website: www.AlabamasGulfFishing.com
Air Conditioned. Bait & Tackle Furnished.
Email: jamiegcharters23@yahoo.com Website: JamieGCharters.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Cruises, Tournaments, Overnight Trips.
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Joyce
Lickety Split
Annan’s Port 40’ Custom Passengers: 1-6
Zeke’s Landing Marina 31’ High Performance Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Donald Annan Phone: 251.981.3119 Phone: 251.747.7777
Captain: J. Brandon Edgar Second Captain: Tyler Arnould Phone: 850.529.8425
Email: gulfrebel@gulftel.com Website: www.AlabamasGulfFishing.com
Email: extremeoffshorecharters@yahoo.com
Air Conditioned. Bait & Tackle Furnished.
Miss Brianna
Miss Carli
Zeke’s Landing Marina 38’ Infinity Passengers: 1-6
Gulf Shores Marina 38’ Topaz Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Bobby Kelly Phone: 251.747.3126
Captain: Alex Brewer Phone: 251.550.5588 Phone: 251.295.6158
Email: captainbobbykelly@gmail.com Website: www.GulfShoreFishingCharters.com
Email: pleasureislandcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.PleasureIslandCharter.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Nearshore & Offshore. Air Conditioned.
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Miss Ginger 30’ Island Hopper Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Brian Daniels Phone: 850.516.9760 Phone: 334.682.4260
Miss Hollie
SanRoc Cay Marina 38’ Buskins Passengers: 1-6 Captain: John B. Hollingshead Phone: 850.777.0232 Phone: 850.607.7593
Email: brian@briandanielsguideservice.com Website: www.BrianDanielsGuideService.com
Email: hfcharters@cox.net Website: www.CharterMissHollie.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Nearshore & Offshore Fishing.
Bottom Fishing, Trolling & Dive Trips (Upon Request). Air Conditioned.
Misty III
Zeke’s Landing Marina 52’ Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Edward Sims Phone: 251.747.6712 Email: adrenalinefishingcharters@hotmail.com Website: www.adrenalinefishingcharters.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Air Conditioned Cabin with LCD TV & Big Green Egg Grill.
Whether you’re a “I want big fish” hard-core fisherman or a first time family with small children... Captain John will work hard to make your fishing experience a great one!
Osprey
Sportsman Marina (Apr.-Sept.) Perdido Beach, AL (Oct.-Mar.) 58’ Custom Sport Fisherman Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Andy Holk Phone: 251.747.1831 Email: captandy@seaeaglesportfishing.com Website: www.SeaEagleSportFishing.com
Nearshore & Offshore Trolling, Bottom Fishing, Tournaments and Overnight trips available. Air Conditioned, Satellite TV, Full Bath, Overnight Accommodations for 6.
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Red Eye
Zeke’s Landing Marina 42’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6
Gulf Shores Marina 36’ Topaz Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Keith Andrews Second Captain: Aaron Andrews Phone: 251.269.8201 Phone: 251.269.7682
Captain: Gary Bryant Phone: 251.540.6982
Email: capnkeith@gmail.com Email: capna42hatt@gmail.com
All Types of Gulf Fishing. Specializing in Tournaments & Overnight Trips.
Reel Deal
Zeke’s Landing Marina 33’ Bertram Sport Fisherman Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Doug Price, Jr. Phone: 251.223.9289 Phone: 251.213.5000 Email: reeldealoba@yahoo.com Website: www.ReelDealOBA.com We offer deep sea & oil rig fishing for cobia, jack crevalle, red snapper, shark, bull redfish, grouper, triple tails, amberjack, trigger fish, barracuda, Bonita, king mackerel, Spanish mackerel and many other varieties.
Email: redeye@gulftel.com Website: www.RedEyeCharters.com
Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Oil Rig Fishing, Offshore.
Summer Daze II Safe Harbor Marina Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Kendall Bozeman Phone: 334.376.0162 Phone: 334.657.2624 Email: summerdaze@gulfcoastcaptains.com Website: www.GulfCoastCaptains.com
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Summer Hunter
Sure Shot
SanRoc Cay Marina 39’ Sport Craft Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6
Across from FloraBama 42’ Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Jack Wilhite Second Captain: Debbie Wilhite Phone: 251.948.3474
Captain: Michael Salley Phone: 850.261.4358
Email: CaptJack@SummerHunterCharters.com Website: www.SummerHunterCharters.com
Nearshore Trolling, Blue Water Trolling & Bottom Fishing. Half day family friendly trips to deep water Amberjack and Grouper trips. Monster Sharks May-June. Snapper trips in season.
Trade Winds
Email: sandbar3@bellsouth.net Website: www.SureShotFishing.com Trolling, Bottom Fishing, Tournaments, Shark Fishing. Air Conditioned.
Undertaker
Gulf Shores Marina 30’ Pursuit Passengers: 1-6
Sportsman Marina 41’ Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Alex Brewer Phone: 251.550.5588 Phone: 251.295.6158
Captain: Bryan Watts, Jr. Second Captain: Bryan “Spike” Watts Phone: 251.978.1934 Phone: 251.981.2378
Email: pleasureislandcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.PleasureIslandCharter.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling Nearshore & Offshore.
Email: bryanundertaker@aol.com Website: www.FishUndertakerCharters.com
Everything Included Except Food & Drink. All Types of Fishing. Air Conditioned. Children Welcome!
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Wild Orange
Zeke’s Landing Marina 44’ Gillman Passengers: 1-6
Zeke’s Landing Marina 38’ Buskins Passengers: 1-6
Owner: Mike Graves Phone: 251.424.7067
Captain: Bryan Reeves Phone: 251.233.0465
Offshore, Tuna, Wahoo, Dauphin and Marlin.
Email: wildorange94@yahoo.com Website: www.WildOrangeBeachFishing.com
Come enjoy a day out on the water and experience the thrill of deep sea fishing! We welcome friends, family and anglers of all ages, from the inexperienced to the most seasoned angler.
Yankee Star 38’ Libby Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Peter Fill Phone: 251.981.4510 Email: dodo@gulftel.com Website: www.YankeeStar.com
Air Conditioned.
The Orange Beach Fishing Association expresses its appreciation to Dr. Steven W. Kinsey for providing skin cancer screenings for the membership.
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Multi-Passenger Deep Sea Fishing
A multi-passenger offshore charter boat offers many options. These charter boats can carry up to a maximum number of passengers determined by their COI (Certificate of Inspection) issued by the U.S. Coast Guard. The length of the trip and distance traveled offshore is generally determined by weather, sea conditions and the fish you want to target. Boat Sizes - Boats range from 36’ to 65’ in size. One thing the boats have in common is that they are designed to operate in an offshore environment and provide a safe and comfortable ride. These boats are safety inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard. Rates, Pricing and Fees - Most boats offer private fishing charters. This means the fees paid are for the entire group, up to 66 people and for an agreed number of hours. Fish cleaning is generally .30¢ per pound (whole fish estimated weight). Customary gratuity for your deckhand is 15% to 20% of the trip price.
Characteristics of a Multi-Passenger Deep Sea Fishing Boat:
• Ideal for people who want to go deep sea fishing and have seven or more people in their group. These boats will accommodate groups of 6 or less, however the private charter rate is slightly higher than their Six Pack counterparts. • Some boats offer per person or walk-on shared expense charters where you can pay to join other passengers, thus keeping the cost per person down. • All boats have a restroom on board. • Most have a shaded area to get out of the sun or an air conditioned cabin. Many are heated as well for comfortable winter fishing.
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Annie Girl
Aquastar
62’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 12
Zeke’s Landing Marina 57’ Gillman Passengers: Up to 18
Captain: Mike Rowell Phone: 251.981.2081 Email: mike@captainmikesfishing.com Website: www.AnnieGirlCharters.com
All types of Fishing, Tournaments, Overnight, Casino Trips. We Specialize in a Good Time!
Captain: Steve Foust Phone: 251.747.4761 Email: aquastarcharters@aol.com Website: www.AquaStarCharters.com
Bottom Fishing, Tuna & Bill Fishing. Air Conditioned and a Big Green Egg Grill.
SALES, SERVICE, CUSTOM INSTALLATIONS & MORE
Fish Finders GPS & Chartplotters Instruments & Radars Communications Equipment Multifunction Navigation Systems
8103 Highway 59 South - Foley, Alabama 251-943-4179 / 800-318-6736 Visit Us Online at www.bwssal.com
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ORANGE BEACH, ALABAMA www.DeepSeaFishingSpecials.com classactcharters@gmail.com
Captain Dale Woodruff Owner/Operator
251.974.5911
Cell 251.391.0935
Fun for all ages!
•All Types of Fishing Near shore trolling Bottom fishing Big game fishing Winter fishing for redfish Spring Time Cobia fishing
•Clean Sanitized Restrooms •Satellite TV Sony PlayStationŽ III Blue Ray Disc Satellite Radio MP3 Compatability •Green Egg Grill in the Cockpit for Grilling •All Major Credit Cards Excepted
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Big Adventure
C-Rose
Zeke’s Landing Marina 60’ Sportfisherman Passengers: Up to 25
Zeke’s Landing Marina Gillman Passengers: Up to 20
Captain: Jimmy Waller Phone: 251.747.4893 Phone: 251.981.5749
Captain: Dewitt Sightler Jr. Phone: 850.587.4000 Phone: 850.572.3106
Email: jimmer41@hotmail.com
Email: crosecharters@yahoo.com Website: www.CroseCharters.com
All Types of Fishing. Like us on fb @ Big Adventure Charters. BIG Green Egg. Specializing in multi-day Tuna / Bluewater trips. Deep Dropping for Grouper. All types of Bottom Fishing.
C.A.T.
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Sport Fishing
Class Act
Sportsman Marina 40’ Sea Harvester Passengers: Up to 25
Zeke’s Landing Marina 52’ Miller Passengers: Up to 20
Captain: George Pfeiffer Phone: 251.986.6855 Phone: 888.558.3889
Captain: Dale Woodruff Phone: 251.974.5911 Phone: 251.391.0935
Email: catcharters@gulftel.com Website: www.ActionCatCharters.com
Email: marinesuv@aol.com Website: www.ClassActFishing.net
Affordable Family Fun. Private Trips, Walk-Ons, Air Conditioned, USCG Certified. We focus on giving our customers a memorable fishing experience aboard clean, wellmaintained and safe boats.
Bottom Fishing, Billfishing, Overnighters
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Cool Change
Emerald Spirit
Captain: Joseph Nash Phone: 251.974.5615
Captain: George Pfeiffer Phone: 251.986.6855 Phone: 888.558.3889
Zeke’s Landing Marina 46’ Custom Passengers: Up to 20
Email: captjoenash@gmail.com Website: www.CoolChangeCharter.com
Offshore Bottom Fishing, Big Game Trolling, Redfishing, Inshore Fishing Available. Air Conditioned.
Sportsman Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: Up to 50
Email: catcharters@gulftel.com Website: www.FishEmeraldSpirit.com
Affordable Family Fun. Private Trips, Walk-Ons, Air Conditioned, USCG Certified. We focus on giving our customers a memorable fishing experience aboard clean, wellmaintained and safe boats.
Fairwater II
Gulf Winds II
Captain: Tom Ard Phone: 251.979.2682
Captain: Grady Sowards Phone: 251.981.7173 Phone: 800.806.7889
Zeke’s Landing Marina 42’ Sea Harvester Passengers: Up to 22
Email: tom@fairwaterfishing.com Website: www.OrangeBeachFish.com
Bottom Fishing & Trolling
SanRoc Cay Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: Up to 60
Email: info@reelsurprisecharters.com Website: www.ReelSurpriseCharters.com
Air Conditioned. Walk-On & Private Charters.
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Intimidator
Intruder
Orange Beach Marina 65’ Custom Passengers: Up to 49
Zeke’s Landing Marina 53’ Sportfisherman Passengers: Up to 19
Captain: Johnny Greene Phone: 251.747.2872
Captain: Sonny Alawine Phone: 251.747.7367 Phone: 251.981.4082
Email: ďŹ shorangebeach@gmail.com Website: www.GulfShoresDeepSeaFishing.com Facebook.com/IntimidatorSportfishing We proudly serve as the platform for the discriminating sportsman who expects the very best in a ďŹ shing adventure. With a big 65’ boat and 20 years of experience in the business we will guide you in the right direction for ďŹ shing and fun!
Email: captcheeze@yahoo.com
All types Gulf Fishing. From 4 hour to 3 day trips.
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Island Girl
Legacy
Zeke’s Landing Marina 50’ Glenn Young Passengers: Up to 20
Zeke’s Landing Marina 40’ Michael Fitz Passengers: Up to 22
Captain: Brian Lynch Phone: 251.747.0217 Phone: 251.974.5196
Captain: Jason Vicars Phone: 251.979.9189
Email: fishislandgirl@yahoo.com Website: www.FishIslandGirl.com
Email: LegacyCharters@yahoo.com Website: www.OrangeBeachCharters.net
All Types Saltwater Fishing.
Bottom Fishing & Blue Water Fishing.
Necessity
Reel Surprise
Captain: Ben Fairey Phone: 251.747.5782
Captain: Randy Boggs Phone: 251.981.7173 Phone: 800.806.7889
Orange Beach Marina 62’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 30
Email: benfairey@gmail.com Website: www.NecessityCharters.com
All Types of Gulf Fishing. Family Friendly. “Like” us on Facebook at Necessity Charters.
SanRoc Cay Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: Up to 60
Email: info@reelsurprisecharters.com Website: www.ReelSurpriseCharters.com
Walk-On & Private Charters. Air Conditioned.
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Sea Hunter
Rip Tide
Zeke’s Landing Marina 45’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 20
SanRoc Cay Marina 62’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 28
Captain: Seth Wilson Phone: 251.981.1500
Captain: Ricky McDuffie Second Captain: Alex McDuffie Phone: 251.747.4468 Phone: 251.981.9686
Email: fish@fishriptide.com Website: www.FishRipTide.com
Affordable Family fishing, private and walk-ons.
Email: captainrickymcduffie@yahoo.com Website: www.orangebeachfishing.com When the Sea Hunter goes out, the fish come in! We love fishing and you will too. Our team does the best job to make your fishing experience a pleasurable one.
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Contemporary Coastal Cuisine. Far from Ordinary...
251.923.5300
THE RESTAURANT
Under the Perdido Pass Bridge in Orange Beach www.cobaltrestaurant.net • Catering Director On-site
Great Food, Lively Cocktails & Excellent Service.
251-948-9663 (WOOF) 25753 Canal Road in Orange Beach www.cosmosrestaurantandbar.com Catering Available
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Sea Spray
Shady Lady
Orange Beach Marina 65’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 43
Zeke’s Landing Marina 60’ Sportfisherman Passengers: Up to 42
Captain: Bill Staff Phone: 251.979.3631 Phone: 251.978.2537
Captain: “Fitz” Fitzsimons Phone: 251.980.1266
Email: captainbill@seaspraycharterfishing.com Website: www.SeaSprayCharterFishing.com Celebrating 23 years of deep sea fishing on the Gulf of Mexico! Captain Bill Staff will make your charter fishing trip one to remember. The Sea Spray specializes in tuna fishing, specifically the Yellowfin Tuna. Your catch might also include Blue Marlin, White Marlin, Dolphin (Mahimahi), Wahoo, Amberjack, Swordfish, Sailfish, Triggerfish, Grouper, and Snapper.
• 150 and 60 Ton Drydocking Capacity • Fully Authorized Mechanical Service • Traditional Boatyard Crafts
800-392-2487 • 251-981-3700
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Email: captfitzatzekes@hotmail.com Website: www.ShadyLadyCharters.com
Walk-On & Overnight Trips. Tuna, Marlin, Wahoo, Air Conditioned, Cruises. All Types of Fishing.
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Summer Breeze II
Tropical Winds
Captain: Bobby Walker Phone: 251.981.6159 Phone: 251.747.3575
Captain: Chris Cook Phone: 225.572.2371
Zeke’s Landing Marina 60’ Customer Resmondo Passengers: Up to 30
Email: captainbobbywalker@yahoo.com Website: www.BobbyWalker.com
Bottom Fishing, Marlin, Tournament Fishing.
Zeke’s Landing Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: Up to 60
Website: www.olinmarlercharterboats.com Website: www.tripshock.com
Walk-on & Private Charters
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Wishbone
Zeke’s Lady
SanRoc Cay Marina 41’ Sea Harvester Passengers: Up to 22
Zeke’s Landing Marina 62’ Party Boat Passengers: Up to 57
Captain: Reuben Ware Phone: 251.981.7173 Phone: 800.806.7889
Captain: Scott Johnson Phone: 251.981.4000 Phone: 800.793.4044
Email: info@reelsurprisecharters.com Website: www.ReelSurpriseCharters.com
Email: info@zekeslanding.com Website: www.ZekesLanding.com
Walk-On & Private Charters. Air Conditioned.
4, 6, 8 & 10 Charter Fishing.
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Inshore/Nearshore Fishing
On the Alabama Gulf Coast, you have the opportunity to fish in the Bay, Bayou Delta or Nearshore. Each venue provides a variety of fish. Short fishing trips (4 hours) as well as all day fishing trips are available. Each boat provides bait, tackle and fishing licenses. You will need a cooler for your drinks and snacks. The goal of each captain is to provide a safe, fun, memorable fishing trip for your group. Children are most welcomed! Captains enjoy their work and are willing to share their skills so that you will have a successful trip. When you call your captain to book a fishing trip, please leave a message because he/she may be fishing at the time. Your call will receive a response and together you can plan your trip.
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A-Pair-A-Dice Wharf Marina 24’ Proline Passengers: 1-4
Captain: Igor Subert Phone: 251.233.7200 Email: igor_subert@yahoo.com Website: www.OBParadise.com Inshore and Nearshore Fishing Night Trips and Shark Trips Boat Rentals Available License, Bait & Tackle provided.
Alabama Fish ‘N Fun
Orange Beach, AL Trailered for Customer Convenience 20’ Grand Skiff Passengers: 1-4 Captain: Thomas Hale Phone: 251.284.5107 Email: hale5930@att.net Website: www.AlFishnFun.com Fishing license, bait and tackle provided. Inshore, nearshores fishing charters Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Mackeral, Blue Fish. Shrimping/Dolphin tours. Nightfishing for Speckled Trout and Redfish. Check our rates. Children always welcome.
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All Jack’d Up Charters
Audrey II
Orange Beach, AL / Perdido Key, FL 21’ Cape Horn “Offshore Series” Passengers: 1-5
Orange Beach Marina 23’ Sea Pro Passengers: 1-4
Captain: Michael Choron Phone: 850.384.9059 Phone: 850.492.6377
Captain: David Brown Phone: 251.981.6246 Phone: 251.942.4037
Email: choronenterprises@gmail.com Website: www.AllJackdUpCharters.com Affordable, Family Friendly, Year-Round Fishing trips for all ages. We offer Inshore/ Nearshore and Offshore Fishing Trips. “Red Snapper” Fishing Trips when in season.
Email: brownsinshore@yahoo.com Website: www.BrownsInshore.com Inshore Light Tackle Fishing. Full Time Year Round. 3 Time Top Boat Award. October Rodeo
Baby Therapy
Bay Ranger
Captain: Jeffrey Chambliss Phone: 251.981.2463 Phone: 251.979.1209
Captain: Frank Ford Phone: 251.981.4796
Orange Beach Marina 24’ Pathfinder Passengers: 1-4
Orange Beach, AL 22’ Bay Ranger Passengers: 1-6
Email: starfish@gulftel.com
Email: chamblisscharters@gmail.com
Website: www.MyIslandTimeCharters.com
All types Back Bay (Inshore) Fishing including Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheephead.
Specializing in Year Round fishing for all inshore/nearshore species. AL & FL license provided.
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Captain Bligh
Zeke’s Landing Marina 24’ Pathfinder Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Brent “Hollywood” Shaver Phone: 251.747.0220 Phone: 251.974.5714 Email: captainbligh12@gmail.com
Captain Jack Charters 20’ Pathfinder Passengers: 1-4
Captain: Jack Teague Phone: 305.304.3993 Email: finaticcharters@bellsouth.net Website: www.CaptnJackCharters.com
Inshore, Back Bay, License, Bait & Tackle Furnished, Fly Fishing, 3 Boats Available.
We trailer our boat to fish in areas convenient to the client. Fly, Spin, and Conventional Tackle Available, Bait & Licenses Included Fly Fishing is Our Specialty
Clyde’s Inshore Fishing
Find Me Fishing Charters
Bear Point Marina 22’ Blue Wave LC Passengers: 1-6
23’ Custom Reno Passengers: 1-4
Captain: Clyde Brothers Phone: 251.752.0421
Captain: Dennis M. Treigle Jr. Phone: 850.221.7732 Phone: 850.384.0761
Email: clydebrothers1@gmail.com Website: www.ClydesInshoreFishing.net
Email: fmfcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.FMFCharters.com
Inshore, Nearshore, Trout, Reds, Flounder, Sheephead, Mackerel, Shrimping and Touring.
Specializing in Inshore and Nearshore Fishing. Speckled Trout, Redfish, Sheephead, Flounder, Snapper, King Mackerel, Pompano. 4, 6 & 8 Hour Trips. Bait, License & Tackle Provided.
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Free Willy
Killin Time
Gulf Shores Marina 19’ Buskens Passengers: 1-4
Zeke’s Landing Marina 26’ Custom Goldline Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Alex Brewer Phone: 251.550.5588 Phone: 251.295.6158
Captain: Jeff Colley Phone: 850.791.8722 Phone: 850.433.6012
Email: pleasureislandcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.PleasureIslandCharter.com
Email: marlinmagnet@yahoo.com
All Inshore Fishing, Trophy Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheephead, Mackerel
Kittywake
“LiL” Adventure
Captain: Kathy Broughton Phone: 251.747.7375
Captain: Jimmy Waller Second Captain: AJ Baker Phone: 251.981.5749 Phone: 251.747.4893
Zeke’s Landing Marina 23’ Sea Pro with T-Top Passengers: 1-4
Email: kittywakecharters@yahoo.com
Light Tackle Fishing, Inshore, Nearshore, Back Bay. License, Bait & Tackle Provided. Affordable Family Fun, Fishing Lessons Included.
23’ Blazer Bay Passengers: 1-6
Email: jimmer41@hotmail.com Facebook: Big Adventure Charters All types of Inshore and Nearshore Day and Night Trips available. • Speckled trout night trips are our specialty • Shark trips available on request day or night • We love kids “even our own”!! • Bait, tackle, license included
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Limited Entry
Lost Bay Guide Service
Captain: Brian Daniels Phone: 850.516.9760 Phone: 334.682.4260
Captain: Bill Willis Phone: 850.748.5076
Zeke’s Landing Marina 23’ Sportcraft Passengers: 1-6
Orange Beach AL/Perdido Key FL Trailered for client convenience. 2011 21’ Tarpon Bay by Release Passengers: 1-3
Email: brian@briandanielsguideservice.com Website: www.BrianDanielsGuideService.com
Email: iccabo40@yahoo.com Website: www.LostBayFishing.com
Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Nearshore & Offshore Fishing.
Lost Bay Guide Service specializes in Shallow Water/Back Bay fishing, Nearshore fishing and night time Flounder gigging trips with affordable rates, year round specials and a “Catch fish Guarantee”.
Miss Mammy 20’ Pathfinder Passengers: 1-6
Captain: Mike Davis Phone: 251.979.4850 Email: m_n_mdavis@gulftel.com Website: www.CaptainMikesInshoreFishing.com
4 Hour Inshore, Families & Kids Fishing Trips Welcome.
Navigator
Zeke’s Landing Marina 21’ Triumph Passengers: 1-4 Captain: Mike Weaver Phone: 850.232.4251 Email: mikew611@gmail.com Website: www.CaptainMikeWeaver.com
Family Friendly, Year-Round Inshore and Nearshore Light Tackle Fishing.
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Night Shift Charter Service
Orange Beach, AL Trailered for Customer Convenience 20’ Excel Aluminum Center Console Passengers: 1-4 Captain: Ron Stone Phone: 251.269.2154 Email: captron@nightshiftcharterservice.com Website: www.NightShiftCharterService.com
Night time fishing and Flounder gigging is a blast! While we do offer daytime inshore and back bay fishing, our specialty is night time fishing, especially Flounder gigging. Flounder is considered the best tasting inshore fish you can catch or gig. No sun screen required!
Point Clear Fishing Adventures Mobile Bay, Fairhope, AL Ranger 2310 Bay boat Passenger: 1-4 Captain: Kevin Olmstead Phone:251.401.3474 Email: koredďŹ sh@bellsouth.net Website: pointclearďŹ shingadventures.com
All Inshore Fishing, Night Fishing, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Red Fish & Triple Tail.
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Alabama’s Artificial Reef Program... A Brief History Alabama has the largest artificial reef program in the United States. The natural bottom offshore of Alabama is predominately flat sand bottom. This bottom type attracts few fish that are either commercially or recreationally valuable. However, it has long been known that if a vertical relief is created, many reef fish such as snappers and groupers will be attracted. Artificial reefs, over time, will appear as natural reefs with similar communities of encrusting organisms and bait fish. As various encrusting organisms, such as corals and sponges, cover the artificial reef material, small animals take up residence. As these small animals become abundant, larger animals are attracted and feed upon them and so on until a complete reef food web is created. At that point the artificial reef functions as a natural reef. Alabama’s artificial reef building program started in 1953 when the Orange Beach Charter Fishing Association asked the authority to place 250 car bodies off Baldwin County, Alabama. This proved to be very successful and in the years since, many different types of materials have been placed offshore of Alabama. These have included additional car bodies, culverts, bridge rubble, barges, boats and planes. In 1974-75, in an excellent example of State/Federal cooperation, several “ghost-fleeted” liberty ships were sunk in five locations off Mobile and Baldwin Counties in 80 to 93 feet of water. In 1987, a general permit was issued by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers creating specific areas offshore of Alabama for the creation of artificial reefs. These were created in order to provide areas for these materials in order to coordinate with other users of the offshore area. In 1987 the areas encompassed almost 800 square miles. REEF - EX is the program name associated with the concept of deploying obsolete Marantha military combat tanks in the Gulf of Mexico Intracoastal Canal and the Atlantic Ocean as artificial reefs. The 114’ Reefmaker Work Boat initial deployment under this program was on June 1, 1994 with the initial deployment Captain: David Walter of six tanks. With the successful completion Phone: 251.979.2200 of this deployment, the mechanisms were in place for the deployment of hundreds of Email: reefmaker@gulftel.com tanks in the future. Website: www.ReefMaker.net In 1993, the U. S. military, in addressing the need to de-militarize obsolete battle Available for towing and salvage work. tanks, realized that immersion in seawater 114’ X 30’ with only a 5.5’ draft. was an acceptable method. The idea of using 800 hp, 250 KW; Complete workshop these obsolete materials to create artificial 12,000 gallons of fuel; 7,000 gallons of reefs was born. The idea was presented to potable water; 30’ spuds; 20 ton crane. Ideally suitable for shallow water work the Alabama Department of Conservation on bridges, structures, diving platform, and Natural Resources, Marine Resources workshop for experimental projects. Division and development of an operation Reasonable rates plan began. As plans developed the full extent of the impact this program will have on the reef fisheries and associated economy of Alabama became obvious. It is an outstanding and creative way to convert swords to plowshares. ■
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44 • OBFA CHARTER BOAT FISHING DIRECTORY
Victory.
Acquired Spring 2012 by Joe Forrester and the Benton, IL Poker League - Orange Beach, AL
The fish box is full, and you’re heading in. And it doesn’t get any better than this. Because when you’re out on the waters of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, known as some of the world’s richest inshore and offshore fishing grounds, you can bet you’re going to experience a whole different state of satisfaction.
Call 1-877-475-1534 or visit Orangebeach.com /charterboatdirectory