A better day starts before the dock.

Start with your whole group.

Choose a trip that suits everyone coming aboard. A keen angler may be ready for twelve hours offshore while someone else would enjoy a shorter day. Tell the captain how many people are coming, whether children will join you, and how familiar everyone is with fishing and boats.

If you have mobility or access needs, discuss them before reserving. Ask about boarding, the boat’s layout, and whether the selected trip is a suitable fit.

Give yourself room to plan.

Bring a preferred date and an alternate date to the conversation, especially for an offshore charter. Avoid building a tight schedule around the estimated return time. Travel to the grounds, changing conditions, and the fishing plan all influence the day.

Before booking, confirm the trip length, party size, total price, any additional charges, deposit, payment method, and cancellation or rescheduling terms. Ask how the captain will contact you if the plan changes.

What to pack

• Layers and weather protection suitable for time on the water.
• Non-marking footwear with secure footing.
• Sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen.
• Food and drinks for the full trip, including travel time.
• Any personal medication and other items you need for the day.
• A charged phone and the captain’s contact details.

The crew provides fishing tackle and guidance. Check with the captain before bringing large coolers, personal tackle, or other bulky equipment. If motion sickness is a concern, discuss suitable preparations with your pharmacist or healthcare professional before departure.

Confirm the final plan.

Contact the captain before traveling to the boat to confirm the departure time, exact meeting location, parking instructions, and weather decision. A favorable forecast on land does not necessarily describe the conditions offshore.

Use the latest fishing information.

This website helps you choose and prepare for a trip. Our fishing reports on Fish-Happens.com provide the team’s updates. Check the date of a report and ask the captain what is happening for your own travel window.