Bring non-aerosol sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, comfortable clothing, non-slip shoes, and any needed personal items.

Fishing licenses are included in the charter price.

This depends on the location and season. Common catches include redfish, flounder, trout, sheephead, snapper, cobia, black drum and more. Your charter captain can provide specific details based on the season.

No, we welcome all ages and all experiences!

The fee includes the boat, captain, fishing gear, bait, tackle, and licenses. We will provide but encourage you to bring any other food and drinks you may want to enjoy for your day on the water.

Absolutely! Fishing charters welcome all skill levels and the captain and crew are there to help you learn and enjoy the experience.

Our 24’ Pathfinder accomodates up to six anglers.

Safety is the top priority. If the weather is unsafe for fishing, the captain will communicate alternative options.

To be a certified Captain, you must go to Captain’s school, be CPR certified, and receive certifcation from the United States Coast Guard. Our boats are equipped with life jackets for each guests, including children.

Trip lengths vary and can range from a few hours to a full day. Half-day (4 hours) and full-day (8 hours) trips are the most common options.

We are unable to keep any fish caught on inshore trips. On nearshore trips, this is available as long as the fish are within legal limits. We will clean and fillet the fish for you too. Once back at the dock, walk upstairs to Crosby’s for seasonings and sides all locally or regionally sourced!

If you are prone to seasickness, take motion sickness medication beforehand. It's a good idea to bring medication with you just in case. You can purchase over-the-counter medicines or receive a prescription for the Transderm-Scop patch.

You are allowed to bring alcohol, but it’s important to remember to drink responsibly.

Yes, tipping the captain and crew is customary. A tip of 15-20% of the charter cost is typical.

You can call us at 843.696.1909 or email us at crosbycoastalcharters@gmail.com. If we don’t answer immediately, we’re out on the water and will reach out once we’ve concluded our charters for the day.