You should make reservations as soon as you have a time frame in mind . This will make it easier for you to get the boat that fits your needs. Its best to call our toll free # 1-800-533-9417 for reservations. You will also be required to either send a deposit of 2 the cost of the charter or you may hold it over the phone with any major credit card.
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How many people can I bring in our party?
You can only bring up to 6 passengers in your group.
How many boats to you have at your facility?
We have about 13 boats ranging in size from 32 ft to 65 ft for charter.
What is included in the charter fee?
Everything for fishing is included. Food & Beverage and tips for mates are not included. You may bring your own food or you can make arrangement through us for box lunches. Tips are customarily 10 to 20 % the cost of the trip.
What kind of fish are caught and what is the best season?
Nov – Feb: Giant Blue Fin Tuna, Wahoo, King Mackerel
March – Nov: Marlin, Yellow Fin tuna, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Sailfish,
Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi
What is a Charter Boat?
Private charter boats are where a group (6 or less) gets together and rents the boat to themselves. Costing $ 700.00 to 1100.00 per boat) . The boats do mostly trolling however we do have several that can do bottom fishing also. Trolling is where the boat puts out 6 lines at varying depths & lengths and is moving the whole time dragging baits usually the group decides between them selves in which order they will fish. This is done because sometimes the fish may only hit one line. You can catch such species as Blue Marlin, Blue Fin Tuna , Wahoo, Mahi Mahi, (Dolphin) , King Mackerel, Blue Fish, Spanish Mackerel.
What am I allowed to bring?
Prices Include: Rods & Reels, Bait, Tackle and we keep your fish Iced down and separated while you are on the boat. We have a complete galley where you can purchase hot and cold food & beverages.
FOR THE COMFORT AND SAFETY OF ALL PASSENGERS
Alcoholic beverages ARE NOT allowed to be carried on the vessel. Beer is available for purchase in the galley as well as reasonably priced food & beverages.
Absolutely NO EMPTY COOLERS (coolers are considered empty unless they contain food and/or sodas) and ONLY SOFT PACK COOLERS ARE ALLOWED TO BE CARRIED ON THE CAPT. STACY IV – Limit one cooler per person. NO EXCEPTIONS
Do I need to bring special bait for shark fishing?
No. We provide everything needed for fishing.
Why do you do shark fishing only in the summer?
That is when the water is warmer and the sharks and fish move in closer.
Why do you do shark fishing at night?
The reason is that is when the shrimp trawlers are out fishing and when they are culling out there nets is when the sharks feed