Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Captain Brian Charters

Where does Captain Brian Charters fish?

We fish the Fort Lauderdale area, including Lauderdale Harbors, Stranahan River, Harbor Beach, Lake Mabel, Port Everglades, Chokoloskee Bay, Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Flamingo Canal.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Great Barracuda (Also Called Giant Barracuda, Picuda  ), Goliath Grouper  (Also Called Atlantic Goliath Grouper, Guasa, Mero, Grouper, Itajara), Pompano Dolphinfish (Also Called Blue Dolphin, Little Dolphin  ), Redfish (Also Called Red Drum, Channel Bass, Spottail Bass), Sheepshead  (Also Called Convict Fish, Sheephead  ), Grey Snapper  (Also Called Mangrove Snapper, Gray Snapper ), Red Snapper  (Also Called Pensacola Red Snapper, Northern Red Snapper ), Snook  (Also Called Common Snook, Sergeant Fish, Thin Snook), Spanish Mackerel (Also Called Atlantic Spanish Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel), Sea Trout  (Also Called Speckled Trout, Spotted Sea Trout), Tripletail (Also Called Tripletail, Black Grunt, Black Perch, Bouyfish, Flasher, Chobie, Biajaca De La Mar, Flasher, Steamboat), Tarpon  (Also Called Silver King, Silverfish, Sábalo  )

Where in Fort Lauderdale to we meet our guests?

We meet at First Performance Marina ( 1784 SE 15th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA )

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

No Fishing license required

Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities.  However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.