Frequently Asked Questions about charter fishing in Pensacola, Florida with Panhandle Charters & Guide Service

Q: Is there anything we should bring on our trip?
A: Everything you will need for a great fishing trip is provided for you including your fishing licenses, all the tackle and bait you need for the day. You may want to bring something to drink or snack on. We do have a cooler on the boat for you to store your drinks/food. You may also want to bring sunblock, sun glasses, and a hat. You are welcome to bring your iPod/mp3 player as the boat is equipped with an auxiliary input

Q: Can we keep what we catch?
A: Yes… Every species of fish has a different size limit and bag limit. As long as it’s legal to keep you are more than welcome to bring it back to the dock where we will filet/clean it for you to take home or to one of the nearby restaurants that will cook it for you.

Q: Are children allowed on the boat?
A: Absolutely we love to have children of any age come fishing with us. There is nothing more exciting than seeing a young child catch their first big fish!

Q: How many people can you take out at one time?
A: We can accommadate up to 6 guest anglers on our fishing trips.  The number of guest vary on all other trips.  Please see our Charter Rates page.

Q: I’ve never fished before or I have limited fishing experience. Can you still take us out?
A: Absolutely we love having anglers of any skill level. We will customize the trip to suit your needs!

Q: What time of the day do you start your trips?
A: It depends on quite a few different things including: weather, tides, time of year, etc.