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Faq's

Frequently Asked Questions

Here we address the most common inquiries to help you prepare for your shark fishing adventure. You'll find detailed information about our trips, including what to bring, what to expect, and important safety guidelines. Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to shark fishing, our FAQ page is designed to provide you with all the necessary details to ensure an enjoyable and successful outing.

You will also find answers to questions about booking procedures, cancellation policies, and what happens in case of inclement weather. If you have any further questions or need additional information, our team is always here to help. We want to make sure you're fully informed and ready for an unforgettable shark fishing experience.

You can call Captain Melissa directly at (386) 631-3843. You can also use our "Booking Request Form" form on our contact page and Captain Melissa will contact you to confirm availability.

The maximum capacity of guests on a chart is 6 passengers.

We can arrange for additional boats to join us on our adventure, just give us a call and so that we can discover your need.

No, our charter is a family friendly and captain Melissa's and her first mate Richard works especially well with young anglers as well as first timers.

We supply everything you need to fish including fishing licenses, rods and tackle, bait and ice for your catch in our ice chests as well as ice for your cold drinks. We also clean and bag your catch!

No, fishing licenses are automatically included for every angler on board on all our fishing charters. If you go surf fishing with us, we will still include a fishing license but each angler must bring a photo ID.

Polarized sunglasses, sun screen (non-spray), drinks and snacks, a camera and a towel. Keep a cooler in your car to bring home your catch. (We will filet and bag your catch for you) Above all bring a smile and be prepared to have fun!

Polarized sunglasses, a wide brim hat and a light jacket especially if your charter begins in the early morning during the cool season (November through March). Also, it can get chilly traveling in an open boat at 20 to 30 knots! During the summer months, a loose fitting, long sleeve, UPV shirt is helpful, especially if you are very susceptible to sun burn. Light colored clothing will help keep you cool too! Flip flops or sandals are perfect foot wear on our charters.

Our boat is equipped with a very large cooler with ice for your catch. All you need is a small cooler for your drinks and a larger cooler to keep in your vehicle to bring your catch back with you. We will supply the ice for your coolers and filet and bag your catch as well.

Do not bring bananas, large coolers, purses or anything you don't want to get wet. Glass containers, hard liquor and illegal substances of any kind are not allowed on board!

In most cases, yes! However many fish species are regulated with seasons, catch and size limits. Captain Melissa are very knowledgeable of current state and federal fishing regulations and will let you know which fish are "keepers" and which are "catch and release". Remember, every fish is fun to catch, even fish that are "catch and release" only.

We do! Cleaning, filleting and bagging your catch is included.

No, our boats do not have on board toilets and standard outdoor bathroom etiquette applies.

Yes, our charters are pet friendly and pets are allowed.

When boating you can expect to get some sea spray especially when traveling fast in the open ocean. We recommend bringing a towel with you just in case!

Although you should always consult your doctor regarding any medications, we have found that taking two dramamines the night before your charter and one dramamine the day of the charter works well. We also offer Surf Fishing adventures where you can have fun catching fish without leaving the beach.

No, for safety reasons, we do not fish after dark.

Yes. All reservations require a credit card. Please read our Cancellation Policy below

There is no cancellation charge due to bad weather. All other cancellations need to be cleared with the captain.

Yes, a gratuity of 15 - 30% is greatly appreciated, especially if you had a really good trip.

Sharks are apex predators, meaning they are at the top of the food chain. When shark populations are not healthy, the entire ecosystem can be thrown off balance.

An estimated 100 million sharks are killed every year. The biggest threats to sharks include overfishing, the high demand for shark products, by-catch, pollution, and habitat destruction.

  • - eat sustainable seafood
  • - donate time or money to marine science research or reputable non-profit organizations
  • - use less plastic
  • - reduce your carbon footprint
  • - use squalene-free cosmetics that do not derive from shark liver oil