2019 Charter Boat Directory

ALABAMA CHARTER FISHING ASSOCIATION

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The Gulf Coast's Best Charter Fishing Fleet

• Dry Storage for Boats up to 34' in Length • Wet Slips for Boats up to 70' in Length • Transient Slips • Dockside Fuel • Live Bait • Dock/Grocery Store • Tacky Jacks 2 Restaurant • Excellent Location! Only 1 nautical mile to the Gulf of Mexico & minutes from the area's best fishing spots.

1577 State Highway 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542 251-540-BOAT (2628) • 251-540-2244 (fax) gulfshoresmarina@yahoo.com www.gulfshoresyachtclubandmarina.com

30 ° 14’.22 N 87 ° 59’.71 W

Sportsman Marina

27844 Canal Rd Orange Beach, AL 36561

Captain Don McPherson Call, text, or book online from my website

251-752-0235

www.GetawayCharters.com Offering fishing & fun for up to 6 people.

4, 6, 8, 10 or 12 hour charters available.

Morning or afternoon available with 4 & 6 hour charters.

Bring your family, friends, buddies or clients

Year Round Fishing For Everyone

Sometimes you just expect a little more!

• A private charter for one or more • Clean, white, odor-free boat with sanitized bathroom • Spacious seating with cool A/C • Professional service from your Captain & Mate • HDTV, XM & Sirius Satellite Stereo, PlayStation® III

You may fish with us here in Orange Beach or join us in Quepos/Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica.

Catch sailfish, marlin, dorado, rooster fish and more. 90 degree temps year round. www.fishingcostarica.net

The Orange Beach Charter Boat Directory is published annually by Gulf Coast Media, LLC, 901 N. McKenzie St., Foley, AL, 36535, 251-943-2151

Table

of Contents

OBFA Board of Directors.......................................... 6 Captains and Owners Directory............................... 8

It is distributed free by the Alabama Charter Fishing Association, the Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau and is available at Alabama border Welcome Centers and Rest Areas. It is also widely distributed throughout Alabama.

All rights reserved.

Reproduction without permission is prohibited.

Gulf Coast Media accepts no responsibility in the guarantee of goods and services advertised herein.

Deckhands, First Mates and Second Captains..... 10

Artificial reef photos provided

by Carol Cox, www.MBARA.org

President’s Welcome

LOUANN LOVE Special Projects Advertising Coordinator 251.943.2151 louann@gulfcoastmedia.com

DESIGN Paige Marmolejo Alabama Charter Fishing Association dba Orange Beach Fishing Association P.O. Box 222 Orange Beach, AL 36561 251.981.2300 info@OrangeBeach FishingAssociation.com www.OrangeBeach FishingAssociation.com Atkinson Internet Marketing Bill Atkinson, OBFA Webmaster 931.210-4125 www.AtkinsonMktg.com bill@Atkinsonmktg.com O

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OBFA Life Members................................................. 12 Business Members Listing..................................... 14 Passenger Trip Suggestions & Etiquette............... 15 Regulations.............................................................. 16 Inshore/Nearshore Boats........................................ 17 Six Passenger Boats............................................... 30 Multi-Passenger Boats............................................ 42 Headboats/Party Boats........................................... 48 Alabama’s Artificial Reef Program......................... 50 Iris Etheridge............................................................ 52

Welcome to the Alabama Gulf Coast. By selecting a boat from the Alabama Charter Fishing Association you are assuring yourself a trip with a dedicated professional Captain. All member vessels of the Alabama Charter Fishing Association are independently owned and operated. The boats in our association are experienced full-time charter boat operators. Our members not only work to ensure you a fun productive day on the water, but they are also committed to the long-term sustainable health of the fisheries and protecting the public’s access to the fisheries.

Please feel free to contact any of our listed boats to get information on availability and pricing. We have a variety of charter vessels that can provide anything from a peaceful back bay experience to an overnight blue water adventure. Our directory will give you easy access to some of the best charter operators on the Gulf Coast. Our directory is divided into sections to make your search for the perfect boat easier. Just pick the section for your type of trip and the number of passengers in your group. We have Back Bay - Near Shore Boats, Six Pack Boats, and Multi-Passenger Boats. The Back Bay and Six Pack Boats will be limited to a maximum of 6 passengers. Our MultiPassengers boats are all custom built to Coast Guard Regulations and are passenger rated according to the design specs.

On behalf of the Alabama Charter Fishing Association, I hope you have a great time here at the Alabama Gulf Coast. Enjoy the beautiful beaches, friendly people and make some fishing memories that will last a lifetime.

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When he goes fishing...

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Board Members

board members

Alabama Charter Fishing Association DBA Orange Beach Fishing Association 2019

Executive Board President - Gary Bryant Vice President - Tom Ard Treasurer - Tom Steber Secretary - Bobby Kelley

Board of Directors Capt. Gordon Burdette Capt. Eugene Coley Capt. Frank Ford Capt. Troy Frady Capt. Johnny Greene, ex officio Capt. Don McPherson Capt. Bill Staff Capt. “Skipper” Thierry Capt. Jack Wilhite Capt. Dale Woodruff

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Captains and Owners Directory

captains and owners

Name Listing Page# Alawine, Sonny 45 Andrews, Aaron 38 Andrews, Jay 38 Annan, Brian 34, 47 Annan, Donald 36 Annan, Kendall Annan, Phil Ard, Tom 32, 41, 44 Arnould, Tyler 31 Bell, Landon 26, 37 Boles, Matt 46 Brewer, Alex 22, 37 Broughton, Kathleen 23 Brown, David 18 Bryant, Gary 40 Burdette, Gordon 30 Cason, Chip 17, 31 Chambliss, Jeffrey 19 Choron, Michael 17 Clark, Scott 23 Coley, Eugene 36 Daniels, Brian L. 47 Davis, Mike 24 Davis, Mitchell 20 Day, Chip 32 Dunnam, David 49 Fill, Peter 41 Fitzsimons, Maurice Ford, Frank 19 Frady, Troy 33 Gandt, Frank 39 Garner, Chris 44 Garris, Joe 20 Gilbert, Zack 35 Goodwin, Gary 35, 45 Goram, Bonita 22 Graham, Andrew 35 Greene, Johnny 45 Griffin, Sara Hammett, Larry Hanna, Jeff 32 Harbour, Rick 22 8 • ALABAMA CHARTER BOAT FISHING DIRECTORY

Primary Number 251-747-7367 888-408-8820 251-540-6982 251-747-7777 251-747-7777 251-747-7777 251-981-3119 251-979-2682 251-223-3944 205-901-4858 251-550-0672 251-550-5588 251-747-7375 251-981-6246 251-540-6982 205-587-2195 251-654-2474 251-979-1209 850-384-9059 251-752-8009 251-747-0051 850-516-9760 251-979-4850 251-714-3474 251- 981-1943 251-981-4044 251-981-4510 251-626-9437 251-981-4796 251-975-8111 251-504-2246 251-978-1467 251-213-6680 850-341-2997 251-942-2020 251-747-4600 205-657-4425 251-747-2872 251-213-6087 251-550-9632 330-921-9222 251-504-8976

Secondary Number 615-450-2149 251-981-3119 251-981-3119

251-424-4344

251-942-4037 251-981-0933 251-981-2463 850-492-6377

251-952-8247 800-793-4044

251-533-8339 888-558-3889

Captains and Owners Directory

captains and owners

Name Listing Page# Hartleroad, Seth Howell, Billy 31 James, III, Trey 38 Jarvis, Gary Keahl, Al 34 Kelly, Bobby 37 Loper, Chad 33 Lynch, Brian Maines, Doug 21 McDuffie, Alex 48 McDuffie, Richard 46 McNeil, Walter 36, 38 McPherson, Don 30 Mizell, Dustin 20 Nash, Joe 43 Partain, Kyle 37 Peek, Dennis 26 Pfeiffer, George 44 Pittman, Michael 40 Price, Doug 44 Proctor, Ross Rabren, Michael 39 Reeves, Bryan 41 Reyer, Chad 40 Rowell, Mike 42 Roy, Jr., Donald 34 Russell Jr., Brett 47 Russell, Ritchie 24 Shaver, Brent 20 Sightler, Dewitt 43 Smith, Robert Staff, Bill 46 Steely, John 26 Stinson, Albert, “Cuz” 36 Stone, Ron 25 Subert, Igor 39 Sullens, John 22 Thierry, Frank 45 Thierry, “Skipper” 48 Thompson, Eddie 32 Treigle, Jr., Dennis 21 Vicars, Jason 42

Primary Number 251-980-8400 601-938-7161 251-974-3152 850-837-9551 251-747-8102 251-747-3126 251-980-1902 251-747-0217 251-200-2776 251-747-4467 251-747-4468 251-213-0023 251-752-0235 251-504-4709 251-974-5615 251-201-0338 251-223-1461 251-986-6855 251-599-8610 251-213-5000 615-450-2149 251-455-2305 251-233-0465 256-431-5767 251-981-2081 337-242-9276 334-202-9761 251-747-1896 251-747-0220 850-572-3106 251-972-3474 251-979-3631 404-483-8158 251-455-1074 251-269-2154 251- 747-1324 251-442-5192 251-861-5302 251-861-5302 251-979-1167 850-221-7732 251-979-9189

Secondary Number

850-259-5482 251-550-8887

337-258-8965 251-979-2682 251-747-5572 850-587-4000 918-829-2287

251-979-4696 251-975-7654

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Walker, Bobby Waller, Jimmy Walter, David Weaver, Mike Wilhite, Jack Willis, Bill Willour, Christopher Wilson, Seth Woodruff, Dale

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251-747-3575 251-747-4893 251-979-2200 850-232-4251 251-948-3474 850-748-5076 218-460-9609 251-981-1500 251-391-0935

251-981-6159

251-543-6291

Deckhands, First Mates, Second Captains

deckhands, first mates and second captains

Name

Adams, Cliff Annan, Kevin Annan, Olivia Annan, Phillip Ard, Samual Arthur, Scott Bearden, Tony Bishop, Pustin Blankenship, Alexis Boland, Ryan Boles, Henry Boles, Mary Borders, William Braun, Shelby Breeding, Marve Bridges, Lee Bright, John Capper, Dick Casey, Andrew Cason, John Caviness, Dallas Coburn, Dennis Copelan, David Daniels, Brian J. Diaz, Hunter Driscoll, Andy Eaton, David Ellis, Jeffrey Emerson, Ben Gallagher, James Golfos, Louie Graham, Andrew Green, Donald Griffin, Sara Hall, Shawn Har, Chad Hardgrave, Harold Hargle, Gary Hargle, Jacob Harris, Johnathan

Primary Number 251-540-6982 251-747-7777 251-747-7777 251-747-7777 850-879-0595 251-747-8920 205-285-6433 334-422-5614 901-378-1793 251-284-3039 251-622-5320 251-550-6221 251-597-7650 228-334-2721 205-915-4780 615-417-1026 256-504-5207 251-747-1886 334-430-7911 251-654-4032 256-399-8080 251-923-6675 719-660-8461 251-401-6560 901-650-8191 251-597-7566 850-324-0377 251-979-9939 251-284-3284 334-750-4629 251-981-3119 205-657-4425 305-522-2439 251-213-6087 251-802-0662 334-313-1943 850-525-2903 251-923-9530 251-525-2903 706-590-3036

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Secondary Number 251-981-3119 251-981-3119 251-981-3119

251-981-5749 251-752-5125

Deckhands, First Mates, Second Captains

deckhands, first mates and second captains

Name

Herbert, Debra Higginbotham, John Holland, Hunter Hudson, Keith Johnson, Jackson Johnson, Jeremiah Jones, Braden Jones, Jr., Kevin Justice, Linnis Knight, Benjamin Knight, II, Rhyal Ledkins, Eddie Leiterman, Nick Lesley, Joshua Lynch, Chad Mawhorr, Joshua McDuffie, Adam McLeod, Connor McLeod, Shane McMillen, Mattew Miller, Jacob Morrow, Taylor Murray, Drew Myers, Devon Neff, Billy Newton, Chase Orr, James Osborne, Michael Paisley, John Petty, William Phillips, Drew Phillips, James Reed, Zachery Resmondo, Dallas Resmondo, Paul Singletary, David Siniard, Sean Smith, Kyle Smith, Ron Stephens, Larry Wayne Stewart, Thad Thornton, Kenneth Turk, Larry Turner, Craig Vaughns, TJ Wallace, Charles Ware, Reuben Wassman, Chastity Watt, William Watts, Jr., Bryan White, Dusty White, Tanner Wilhite, Debra

Primary Number 228-234-9716 850-637-2388 334-320-6676 251-709-5257 251-242-4296 251-200-3455 251-225-1826 205-534-6841 251-923-9814 256-710-9028 205-478-7265 850-382-2538 251-600-9238 205-799-3586 251-242-1267 318-560-8501 251-223-2654 850-417-0546 850-232-5557 850-384-1282 850-723-4200 251-721-5271 251-979-7809 863-934-1045 251-228-0060 251-752-1535 678-936-5003 256-200-4705 850-266-8001 504-256-7775 205-292-3620 850-512-0976 251-610-4650 251-402-9147 251-228-0717 251-286-6855 850-341-7152 251-404-4484 918-402-1819 334-991-6013 405-830-4133 251-406-0707 251-269-6945 850-375-1373 954-591-3701 251-253-4077 251-752-0235 251-550-5588 251-550-0672 251-978-1934 251-284-0191 251-504-6673 251-948-3474

Secondary Number

251-578-9984

251-978-1537 256-710-1612

251-367-2300

251-271-0224

251-747-7375

850-816-4557

251-981-2378

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OBFA Life Members

life members

Capt. Ronnie Andrews Alabama Island Lady

Capt. Steve Foust Aquastar

Capt. Walter Trent Albacore

Capt. Earl Griffiths Sea Reaper

Capt. Butch Tucker Zeke’s Lady

Capt. Donald Annan Joyce

Capt. John Hollingshead Miss Hollie

Capt. John Turner Fat Pat

Capt. Gloyice Ard Boll Weevil

Capt. Howard Hall Moreno Queen

Capt. Armand Annan Gulf Rebel

Capt. Ray Callaway Rip Tide Capt. Bill Douglas Doug-Out

Capt. Iris G. Ethridge Crosstie Capt. Ben Fairey Necessity Capt. Maurice Fitzsimons Miss Celeste

Capt. Ty Fleming White Capps

Capt. Allen “Rookie” Kruse Rookie Capt. Carl McDuffie Pompano

Capt. Billy Walker Sea Duster

Capt. Gladwin Walker Sea Rebel

Capt. Robert E. “Bob” Walker Thelma Ann Capt. Robin E. “Bobby” Walker Summer Breeze and Summer Breeze II

Capt. Wynn Millson Hey Boy II Capt. Dennis Oglesbee Wishbone Capt. Sandy Smith Misty III

Capt. Roland Walker Perdido Capt. Roy Walker Miss Kay

Capt. Tom Steber Fort Morgan Marina

Membership Requirements

membership requirements Life membership requirements were established by the Board of Directors in 1994.

They are as follows: (1) Must be at least 60 years old.

(2) Minimum experience of 10 years.

(3) Active in the organization.

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Experience O R A N G E

B E A C H

M A R I N A

More than shelter Relax. Every need is met at our beautiful, secluded and secure worldclass Marina. Enjoy waterfront shopping at our unique Dockstore and two excellent waterfront dining options at Fisher’s - Upstairs for upscale and Dockside for fun and casual. We offer a wide array of charter fishing options and the best parasailing and jet ski tours on the island. Come see for yourself why discriminating fishermen choose Orange Beach Marina as their port of call.

27075 Marina Road • Orange Beach, AL • 251.981.4207 www.OrangeBeachMarina.com

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WATERFRONT DINING UPSTAIRS + DOCKSIDE

FishersOBM.com

27075 Marina Road, Orange Beach, Alabama

Let us Cook your Catch

Call 251 981-7308 Dockside Or 251 981-7305 Upstairs ORANGEBEACHFISHINGASSOCIATION.COM • 13

Business Members

business members

Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau 251.974.1510 www.OrangeBeach.com Atkinson Internet Marketing Bill Atkinson, OBFA Webmaster 931.210.4125 www.AtkinsonMktg.com bill@Atkinsonmktg.com Blue Water Ships Stores of Alabama 8103 Hwy 59 S, Foley, AL 251.943.4179 www.BWSSal.com scottf@bwssal.com City of Gulf Shores 251.968.2425 www.cityofgulfshoresal.gov City of Orange Beach 251.981.6979 www.CityOfOrangeBeach.com

Coastal Alabama Business Chamber 3150 Gulf Shores Pkwy, Gulf Shores, AL 251.968.7200 www.MyGulfCoastChamber.com Crosstie Management Services Captain Iris G. Ethridge – Life Member 251.981.6639

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Gulf Coast Media 901 N. McKenzie St, Foley, AL 251.943.2151 www.GulfCoastNewsToday.com Parks@GulfCoastMedia.com Publisher of the OBFA Charter Boat Directory Gulf South Resources, Inc. Drug Testing 410 E. Laurel Ave, Foley, AL 251.943.4717 gulfso@gulftel.com www.gulfsouthresources.net J&M Tackle 25125 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 251.981.5460 www.JMTackle.com Resmondo Boat Works, Inc. 8155 Escambia Ave (Hwy 97), Perdido Beach, AL 251.989.3050 www.ResmondoBoatWorks.com rlresmondo@gmail.com Sam’s Stop & Shop 27122 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 251.981.4245 SamsOrangeBeach@gmail.com

Passenger Trip Suggestions & Etiquette Contributed by Captain Iris G. Ethridge

1. Dress for comfort. Bring sunscreen, a camera, sunglasses and wear shoes with soft light colored soles.

2. Avoid rich food and excessive alcohol the night before. Eat a light breakfast and if taking motion sickness medication please follow directions.

3. Bring an ample supply of eats and drinks. It is customary to bring eats and drinks for your captain and crew.

4. Please respect the boat and equipment. Your captain and crew have a lot of pride in their vessels and equipment can be costly to you if damaged or lost overboard.

5. Deckhands work hard for you and have pride in your catch. Their day starts several hours before your trip and extends hours after you are gone.

We recommend a 15% to 20% tip over and above a fish cleaning fee.

6. Make sure you choose a trip that suits you. Our fleet offers 4 hour trips all the way up to 3 day trips. Your Captain can assist you in choosing the appropriate trip to meet your needs.

7. Always inquire about payment method, cancellation and bad weather policies.

GET YOUR F ISH ON!

Operated by Captain Doug Maines, Extreme Chaos is an inshore guide service that fishes Orange Beach, Alabama.

To Book Your Trip Call 228-365-2352 extremechaoscharters@gmail.com ORANGEBEACHFISHINGASSOCIATION.COM • 15

Alabama State Waters Regulation Size and Creel Limits

All fishing regulations are subject to change. Before going fishing check with the Marine Resources Division (Gulf Shores 251.968.7576, Dauphin Island 251.861.2882). Your OBFA Member Captain is also a knowledgeable informed resource.

TL=Total Length • FL=Fork Length • CFL=Curved Fork Length SPECIES BEST TIME SIZE DAILY CREEL

TO CATCH LIMIT LIMIT Amberjack, Greater **** Year-Round 34” Min FL 1 per person Amberjack, Lesser Year-Round 14”-22” FL No Creel Limit Bull Redfish (Red Drum) Early Fall to Early Spring 16” Min TL 26” Max TL 3 per person 1 oversized fish allowed Cobia (Ling) Early Spring 33” Min TL 2 per person Flounder Late Spring to Early Fall 12” Min TL 10 per person Groupers Year-Round

•Grouper, Black ** **** Year-Round 22” Min TL 4 per person ** •Grouper, Gag ** ***** Year-Round 22” Min TL 0 per person ****** •Grouper, Red ** **** Year-Round 20” Min TL 2 per person ** •Grouper, Scamp ** **** Year-Round 16” Min TL 2 per person ** •Grouper, Yellowfin ** **** Year-Round 20” Min TL 2 per person ** Marlin, Blue Late Spring to Early Fall Marlin, White Early Fall Mackerel, King Late Spring to Fall 24” Min TL 2 per person Mackerel, Spanish Early Spring to Late Fall None 15 per person Pompano, Florida Late Spring to Early Fall 12” Min TL 3 per person Sailfish Late Spring to Late Summer Sharks Year-Round

•Atlantic Sharpnose and Bonnethead Year-Round None 1 per person

per day •All Other Shark Species Year-Round 54” Min TL 1 per person

per day

(30” Dressed) Spotted Seatrout (Speckled Trout) Late Spring to Early Fall 14” Min TL 10 per person Sheepshead Year-Round Snappers Year-Round

•Red **** Year-Round 16” Min TL 2 per person •Gray (Mangrove, Black) Year-Round 12” Min TL 10 per person •Lane Year-Round 8” Min TL *** •Vermilion Year-Round 10” Min TL 10 per person*** Tarpon Late Spring to Early Fall 60” Min TL $50.00 Tag Required to harvest each Tarpon Triggerfish, Gray Year-Round 14” Min TL *** Tripletail (Blackfish) Mid-Spring to Fall 18” Min TL 3 per person Tuna, Bigeye Year-Round 27” Min CFL No Creel Limit Tuna, Yellowfin Year-Round 27” Min CFL No Creel Limit Wahoo Late Spring to Fall (Off the Rigs) White Trout Late Spring to Early Fall * Only two Striped Bass per person are allowed within MRD Jurisdiction. 16” minimum ** Mixed species aggregate creel limit | 4 per person (only 2 Red Grouper may be included in Grouper aggregate) *** Reef Fish Aggregate: There is a twenty (20) fish aggregate creel limit for reef fish species (Example: Grunts, Porgies, Gray Triggerfish, Lane Snapper, etc.) for which there is no other creek limit. (Only 10 Vermilion Snapper are allowed in the 20-fish aggregate). **** Alabama State Waters open and close with Federal Regulations.

NO FISH FILLETS OF ANY SPECIES ARE ALLOWED ON ANY VESSEL. Prohibited Species: Goliath Grouper (Jewfish), Nassau Grouper, Atlantic Angel Shark, Bigeye Sand Tiger, Bigeye Thresher, Bignose Shark, Caribbean Reef Shark, Caribbean Sharpnose Shark, Galapogos Shark, Narrowtooth Shark, Night Shark, Sevengill Shark, Sixgill Shark, Dusky Shark, Longin Mako, Sand Tiger, Basking Shark, Whale Shark, White Shark, Nurse Shark, Smalltail Shark, Smalltooth Sawfish, Largetooth Sawfish, Spotted Eagle Ray, Atlantic Manta.

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inshore/nearshore

Inshore/Nearshore Fishing On the Alabama Gulf Coast, you have the opportunity to fish in the Bay, Bayou, Delta or Nearshore. Each venue provides a variety of fish. Short fishing trips (4 hours) as well as all day fishing trips are available. Each boat provides bait, tackle and fishing licenses. You will need a cooler for your drinks and snacks.

The goal of each captain is to provide a safe, fun, memorable fishing trip for your group. Children are most welcomed! Captains enjoy their work and are willing to share their skills so that you will have a successful trip.

When you call your captain to book a fishing trip, please leave a message because he/she may be fishing at the time. Your call will receive a response and together you can plan your trip.

A LITTLE LEGAL

ALL JACK’D UP CHARTERS

SanRoc Cay 21’ Sea Pro Passengers: 1-4

24’ Cape Horn “Offshore Series” Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Chip Cason Phone: 251-654-2474 Email: captcleet@yahoo.com Inshore/Nearshore. Fishing license, bait and tackle provided. Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Mackerel, Blue Fish.

Captain: Michael Choron Phone: 850-384-9059 Phone: 850-492-6377 Email: choronenterprises@gmail.com Website: www.alljackdupcharters.com Affordable, Family Friendly, Year-Round Fishing trips for all ages. We offer Inshore/ Nearshore and Offshore Fishing Trips.“Red Snapper” Fishing Trips when in season.

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AQUA DREAM

AUDREY II

Gulf Shores, Orange Beach Alabama and Perdido Key FL - Trailered for client convenience.

24’ Skeeter Passengers: 1-4

Orange Beach Marina 23’ Sea Pro Passengers: 1-4

Captain: Bill Willis Phone: 850-748-5076

Captain: David Brown Phone: 251-981-6246 Phone: 251-942-4037

Email: captbillwillis@yahoo.com Website: www.LostBayFishing.com Lost Bay Guide Service specializes in Shallow Water/Back Bay fishing, Offshore fishing and night time Flounder gigging trips with affordable rates, year round specials and a “Catch fish Guarantee”.

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Email: brownsinshore@yahoo.com Website: www.BrownsInshore.com Inshore Light Tackle Fishing. Full Time Year Round.

3 Time Top Boat Award. October Rodeo

BABY THERAPY

BAY RANGER

Orange Beach Marina 24’ Pathfinder Passengers: 1-4

SanRoc Cay Marina 22’ Bay Ranger Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Jeffrey Chambliss Phone: 251-979-1209 Phone: 251-981-2463

Captain: Frank Ford Phone: 251-981-4796

Email: chamblisscharters@gmail.com All types Back Bay (Inshore) Fishing including Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheephead.

Email: islandtimeinshorefishing@gmail.com Website: www.MyIslandTimeCharters.com Specializing in Year Round fishing for all inshore/ nearshore species. AL & FL license provided.

Backbay, inshore, nearshore.

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CAPTAIN BLIGH

DESTROYER

Zeke’s Landing Marina 24’ Skeeter Passengers: 1-4

22’ Sedan Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Brent “Hollywood” Shaver Phone: 251-747-0220 Phone: 251-747-5572

Captain: Dustin Mizell Phone: 251-504-4709 Phone: 251-747-4600

Email: captainbligh12@gmail.com

Email: fishkabobbowfishing@gmail.com Website: www.FishKabob.com

Inshore, Back Bay, License, Bait & Tackle Furnished, Fly Fishing, 3 Boats Available.

Bowfishing specialist

DOTTIEJO CHARTER SERVICE

EMILY ANN

Fort Morgan Marina 32’ Century Passengers: 1-6

Gulf Shores, AL 24’ Panga Passengers: 1-4

Captain: Joe Garris Phone: 251-213-6680

Captain: Mitchell Davis Phone: 251-714-3474

Email: DottieJoCharterService@yahoo.com Website: www.DottieJoCharterService.com

Email: mitchell0455@msn.com Website: www.AlabamaCoastalCharters.com

We specialize in family fun trips.

4, 6, or 8 hour trips

Inshore/nearshore, trolling trips, shark fishing, shrimping and night fishing 9 p.m. to midnight.

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EXTREME CHAOS CHARTERS

FIND ME FISHING CHARTERS

Zeke’s Landing Marina 23’ Custom Reno Passengers: 1-6

Zeke’s Landing Marina 24’ Blazer Bay Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Dennis M. Treigle Jr. Phone: 850-221-7732

Captain: Doug Maines Phone: 251-200-2776 Email: extremechaoscharters@gmail.com Light tackle fishing inshore/nearshore and back bay. Bait, tackle and license included.

Bring the kids and GET YOUR FISH-ON!

Email: fmfcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.FMFCharters.com Specializing in Inshore and Nearshore Fishing.

Speckled Trout, Redfish, Sheephead, Flounder, Snapper, King Mackerel, Pompano. 4, 6 & 8 Hour Trips. Bait, License & Tackle Provided.

Local Marinas

local marinas

ANNAN’S PORT 4680 Burkart Lane Orange Beach, AL 36561 BARBER MARINA 26986 Fish Trap Road Elberta, AL 36530

FORT MORGAN MARINA 1577 State Highway 180 Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (formerly Gulf Shores Marina)

CARIBE MARINA 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561

Gulf Shores Yacht Club and Marina 1577 State Highway 180 Gulf Shores, AL 36542

DAUPHIN ISLAND MARINA 650 Lemoyne Dr, Dauphin Island, AL 36528

ORANGE BEACH MARINA 27075 Marina Rd Orange Beach, AL 36561

FLORA-BAMA MARINA 29603 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561

ROMAR MARINA 26350 Cotton Bayou Dr Orange Beach, AL 36561

OBFA Charter Boats proudly docked at these marinas!

SAFE HARBOR MARINA 27212 Marina Rd Orange Beach, AL, 36561

SANROC CAY MARINA 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561 SPORTSMAN’S MARINA 27844 Canal Rd Orange Beach, AL 36561 THE WHARF MARINA 4673 Wharf Pkwy Orange Beach, AL 36561 ZEKE’S LANDING MARINA 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd Orange Beach, AL 36561

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FISHBONES

Gulf Shores-Orange Beach-Perdido Key, Mobile Bay 23’ Cape Horn Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Rick Harbour Phone/Text: 251-504-8976 Email: Rick.Harbour@gmail.com Website: www.FishbonesCharterFishing.com Affordable, family oriented, nearshore, inshore, offshore.

Alabama/Florida licensed year-round fishing. Kids are welcome.“Red Snapper” trips when in season. You bring the refreshments and I have the rest!

GAME ON

Romar Marina 24’ Seahunt Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Alex Brewer Phone: 251-550-5588 Phone: 251-295-6158 Email: pleasureislandcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.PleasureIslandCharters.com All Inshore Fishing, Trophy Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheephead, Mackerel 22 • ALABAMA CHARTER BOAT FISHING DIRECTORY

FISH TANK

Trailered 18’ Custom Fan Boat Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Bonita York Goram Phone: 251-747-4600 Email: Fishkabobbowfishing@gmail.com Website: www.Fish-Kabob.com Bowfishing and Duck Hunting

GULF COAST CHARTERS

Caribe Marina 22’ Offshore Passengers: 1-6 Captain: John Sullens Phone: 251-442-5192 Phone: 251-979-4696 Email: freebird.charters@yahoo.com Website: www.freebirdcharterfishing.com Free Bird Charters can take you inshore, nearshore or back bay fishing for speckle trout, redfish, white trout, flounder and specializing in red snapper fishing in the gulf.

HOOKED UP INSHORE CHARTERS

KITTYWAKE

Zeke’s Landing Marina 23’ Sea Pro with T-Top Passengers: 1-4

SanRoc Cay 21’ Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Kathy Broughton Phone: 251-747-7375

Captain: Scott Clark Phone: 251-752-8009

Email: kittywakecharters@yahoo.com

Email: clarkfishaholic@yahoo.com Website: www.HookedUpInshoreCharters.com

Light Tackle Fishing, Inshore, Nearshore, Back Bay. License, Bait & Tackle Provided. Great Family Fun, Fishing Lessons Included.

MARITIME COVERAGE CORP. ISLAND WIDE MARINE AGENCY 800-559-6651 FAX 386-671-7793 www.maritimecoverage.com COMPREHENSIVE PASSENGER VESSEL COVERAGE AT AN AFFORDABLE RATE

OUR PROGRAMS INCLUDE: • Excursion Vessels: • Head Boats - Dinner Cruises • Charter Fishing Vessels: - Sightseeing - 6 Packs - Multi-Passenger

- Ferries

We at Maritime Coverage Corp. & Island Wide Marine Agency wish the Orange Beach Fleet a most successful 2019 season!

“Every trip should start with the right coverage.”

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MISS CAYMEN RUSSELL’S COASTAL FISHING

Flora-Bama Marina 26’ Panga Angler Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Ritchie Russell Phone: 251-747-1896 Email: captritchie1@hotmail.com Website: www.russellscoastalfishing.com Family fun fishing that your kids will love. Specializing in inshore fishing and private Dolphin Cruises. • Customized trips available • 4 & 6 hour trips available • All Day trips available • Night fishing available • Specializes in Shark fishing • Snapper Fishing is a Blast!

financial planners with a fishing problem Clint Martin, AAMS®, CFP® Founder & Managing Principal Rob Fields, ChFC®, CLU® Director of Business Development

7 S. Bayview St. Fairhope, AL 36532

251.338.1184 www.townsquareconsulting.com Investment Advisory Services offered through Capital Square, LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor.

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MISS MAMMY

Caribe Marina 20’ Pathfinder Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Mike Davis Phone: 251-979-4850 Email: m_n_mdavis@gulftel.com Website: www.CaptainMikesInshoreFishing.com 4 Hour Inshore, Families & Kids Fishing Trips Welcome.

NAVIGATOR

Zeke’s Landing Marina 21’ Triumph Passengers: 1-4 Captain: Mike Weaver Phone: 850-232-4251 Email: mikew611@gmail.com Website: www.CaptainMikeWeaver.com Family Friendly, Year-Round Inshore and Nearshore Light Tackle Fishing.

NIGHT SHIFT CHARTER SERVICE NIGHT-TIME GIGGING & BOWFISHING TRIPS, COASTAL DUCK HUNTING

Orange Beach, AL Trailered for Customer Convenience Excel 20 Foot Aluminum Center Console Passengers: 1-4 Captain: Ron Stone Phone: 251-269-2154 Email: captron@nightshiftcharterservice.com Fishing Website: www.NightShiftCharterService.com Duck Hunt Website: www.CoastalDuckHunting.com We offer inshore Bowfishing and Flounder Gigging Trips. Our specialty is night time fishing, especially Flounder, considered the best tasting inshore fish you can catch or gig. No sun screen required!

Come with us in December and January for the best Coastal Duck hunting around!

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OYSTER BAY CHARTERS

23’ Sea Fox Passengers: 1-4 Captain: John Steely Phone: 404-483-8158

REAPER II

Zeke’s Marina 24’ Passengers: 1-6

Email: johnsteely34@gmail.com

Captain: Dennis Peek Phone: 251-223-1461

Family friendly back bay fishing.

Including Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheephead and more.

Email: mpfish41@gmail.com

SOUTHERN BEND CHARTERS

SALES, SERVICE, CUSTOM INSTALLATIONS & MORE u Fish Finders u GPS & Chartplotters u Instruments & Radars u Communications Equipment u Multifunction Navigation Systems

Zeke’s Landing Marina 23’ Sportcraft Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Landon Bell Phone: 251-901-4858 205-901-4858 Email: Email: bell@southernbendcharters.com bell@southernbendcharters.com Website: www.SouthernBendCharters.com www.SouthernBendCharters.com Website:

8103 Hwy. 59 South - Foley, AL

251-943-4179 / 800-318-6736 Visit Us Online at www.bluewatershipsstores.com 26 • ALABAMA CHARTER BOAT FISHING DIRECTORY

Bottom Fishing, Fishing, Trolling, Bottom Trolling, Nearshore & & Offshore Offshore Fishing.

Nearshore Fishing.

We Absolutely Specialize In Family Fishing Charters!

From Smallmouth to Walleye on Lake St. Claire; Lake Trout and Salmon on The Great Lakes and all the wonderful fishing on The Gulf of Mexico... we’ve done it all and enjoyed every minute of it. We invite you to enjoy it with us. Beautiful weather, great fishing and great conversation... it doesn’t get any better than this!

Tight Lines, Capt. Al & Karen

Fish Trap II 35’ Resmondo Air Conditioned

Kids are never too young to go fishing and we fish year round.

LOCATED AT SANROC CAY MARINA!

Fish Trap Charters Orange Beach, AL

251.747.8102 • 251.550.8887

Email: sales@fishtrapcharters.biz Visit us: www.FishTrapCharters.biz

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PLEASE PERSONA

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We know you love our beach!

Gulf Shores and Orange Beach strive to provide a safe, clean, family-friendly environment. You can help protect the coast by observing beach rules and regulations. Enjoy the beach responsibly and safely.

Prohibited items include glass containers, fires, pets & loud music.

E REMOVE ALL AL ITEMS DAILY Any personal property left on the beach one hour after sunset will be removed and disposed of overnight.

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six passenger “six pack”

Six Passenger “Six Pack” Deep Sea Fishing A six (6) passenger offshore charter boat is also known as a “Six Pack” boat. These boats can carry 1 to 6 passengers at a time. Many trips are taken with 2 to 3 people.

Depending on the length of the trip you have chosen, you may either stay nearshore or go further offshore. There is usually a direct correlation between the length of the charter trip and the distance you can go offshore. Weather and sea conditions are also factors as well as the fish you want to target.

Boat Sizes - Boats range from 30’ to 50’ in size. One thing the boats have in common is that they are designed to operate in a nearshore to offshore environment and provide a safe and comfortable ride.

Rates, Pricing and Fees - Most boats offer private fishing charters. This means the fees paid are for the entire group, 1 to 6 people and for an agreed number of hours. Some six pack boats do offer shared expense trips. Fish cleaning is generally .30¢ per pound (whole fish estimated weight). Customary gratuity for your deckhand is 15% to 20% of the trip price.

Characteristics of a Six Passenger “Six Pack” Deep Sea Fishing Boat: • Ideal for people who want to go deep sea fishing in small groups of up to 6 people maximum.

• These boats can take you near the beach (nearshore fishing) or offshore (deep sea fishing).

• All boats have a restroom on board.

• Most have a shaded area to get out of the sun or an air conditioned cabin.

Many are heated as well for comfortable winter fishing.

ALIBI II

ANOTHER GETAWAY

Caribe Marina 36’ Sedan Passengers: 1-6

Sportsman Marina 46’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Gordon Burdette Phone: 205-587-2195 Phone: 251-981-0933

Captain: Don McPherson Call/Text: 251-752-0235

Email: captgburdette@gmail.com

Email: getawaycharters@yahoo.com Website: www.getawaycharters.com

All types of Fishing, Air Conditioned, Family and Corporate Fun.

Bottom Fishing, Deepwater Fishing, Trolling, Family Fishing, Offshore Big Game Trolling.

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BAD HABIT

Zeke’s Landing Marina 36’ Topaz Express Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Tyler Arnould Phone: 251-223-3944 Phone: 251-424-4344 Email: arnould_tyler@yahoo.com Facebook@badhabitcharters Trolling and Bottom Fishing trips. Air Conditioned.

Big Green Egg Grill onboard.

4 hour trips up to 24 hour trips available

BENT MOMENTS

Caribe Marina 22’ Nautic Star Hybrid Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Billy Howell Phone: 601-938-7161 Email: bentoutfittersfishing@gmail.com Facebook@bentoutfittersfishing Inshore and nearshore fishing within 9 miles of Alabama shores.

BARELY LEGAL

SanRoc Cay 34’ Newton Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Chip Cason Phone: 251-654-2474 Email: captcleet@yahoo.com

Fishing license, bait and tackle provided.

Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Mackerel, Blue Fish.

BIG JOB

Orange Beach, AL 46’ Robert Graves Custom Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6 Captain Shawn Hall Phone: 251-802-0662 Phone: 251-747-4893 Email: Jimmer41@hotmail.com Website: www.Bigadventurefishing.com Find on fb @ Big Adventure Fishing Charters All types of bottom fishing and trolling near shore and off shore.

Family oriented crew!! We love kids!!!

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BOLL WEEVIL

Zeke’s Landing Marina 38’ Buskens Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Tom Ard Phone: 251-979-2682 Email: tom@orangebeachfish.com Website:www.OrangeBeachFish.com

CATCH 22

Sportsman Marina 31’ Cabo Express Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Jeff Hanna Phone: 330-921-9222 Phone: 888-558-3889 Email: info@gulfchartercompany.com Website: www.OrangeBeachFamilyCharters.com

Bottom Fishing & Trolling.

Specializing in Family Fishing! Air Conditioned Cabin with Clean Restroom; Licenses, Bait and Tackle provided; Trolling, Bottom Fishing WE LOVE KIDS!!

CHIPPER’S CLIPPER

CLEAR CUT

Orange Beach Marina 42’ Custom Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6

SanRoc Cay Marina 44’ Gilman Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Charles W.“Chip” Day Phone: 251-981-1943 Phone: 251-952-8247

Captain: Eddie Thompson Phone: 251-979-1167

Email: chipclip42@gmail.com Website: www.ChippersClipper.com

Email: je.fish@hotmail.com Website: www.clearcutcharterfishing.com

Bottom Fishing & Deep Water Red Snapper, Grouper Fishing. Trolling: Wahoo, Dolphin, Tuna, Marlin.

Satellite TV, Big Green Egg, 4 hr to 2 day trips offered, Tournaments

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DADDY’S BABY

DISTRACTION CHARTERS

Zeke’s Landing Marina 38’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6

Orange Beach Marina 42’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Dale Woodruff Phone: 251-391-0935

Captain: Troy Frady Phone: 251-975-8111

Email: marinesuv@aol.com Website: www.ClassActFishing.net

Email: distractioncharters@gmail.com Website: www.DistractionCharters.com

Trolling and Bottom Fishing Air Conditioned Cabin Nice, clean boat

We are the leader in family deep sea fishing.

All charters are “G” rated. Kids are welcome.

No deposit required and offer complimentary fish cleaning. Easy online bookings that are hassle free.

DOUBLE JERK

FISH TRAP II

Orange Beach Marina Deep Sea Fishing Charters 2004 45’ Viking Convertible Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Chad Loper Phone: 251-980-1902 Phone: 251-610-7666 Email: loperconst@aol.com Website: www.doublejerk.com We specialize in Reef and Pelagic trips.

SanRoc Cay Marina 35’ Resmondo Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Al Keahl Phone: 251-747-8102 Phone: 251-550-8887 Email: sales@fishtrapcharters.biz Website: www.FishTrapCharters.biz We absolutely specialize in Family Fishing Charters! FISH TRAP CHARTERS MISSION To treat our customers as we would like to be treated. Our business rests upon the foundation of Satisfaction, Fairness and Courtesy.

We strive to make your fishing experience a memorable one.

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FISH ON

SanRoc Cay Marina 33’ Crosby Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Al Keahl Phone: 251-747-8102 Phone: 251-550-8887 Email: sales@fishtrapcharters.biz Website: www.FishTrapCharters.biz We absolutely specialize in Family Fishing Charters! FISH TRAP CHARTERS COMPANY MISSION To treat our customers as we would like to be treated. Our business rests upon the foundation of Satisfaction, Fairness and Courtesy. We strive to make your fishing experience a memorable one. 4, 6, 8, 10 & 12 Hour Trips. Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Nearshore & Offshore.

GULF ISLAND CHARTERS

Bear Point Harbor 27’ Sea Fox Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Donald Roy, Jr. Phone: 337-242-9276 Phone: 337-258-8965 Email: don@www.gulfislandcharters.net Website: www.gulfislandcharters.com Best PRIVATE charter/dolphin and sunset cruises on the Island for FAMILY and FRIENDS. We offer 4 and 5 hour nearshore trolling, bottom, inshore fishing trips.

Swim, grill and chill cruise, blue angles excursion and wave runner rentals.

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GETAWAY

Sportsman Marina 36’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Reuben Ware Call/Text: 251-752-0235 Email: getawaycharters@yahoo.com Website: www.getawaycharters.com Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Family Fishing.

GULF REBEL

Annan’s Port 44’ Custom Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Brian Annan Phone: 251-747-7777 Phone: 251-981-3119 Email: gulfrebel@gulftel.com Website: www.gulfrebelcharters.com

Air Conditioned. Bait & Tackle Furnished.

4680 Burkart Lane, Orange Beach, AL 36561

HEY BOY II CHARTERS

Zeke’s Landing Marina 36’ Topaz Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Zackary Gilbert Phone: 850-341-2997 Website: www.orangebeachcharterfishing.com Email: heyboycharters@gmail.com Shared expense or private charters. Big Green Egg grill, shower, restroom, small refrigerator and AC cabin. Trolling and bottom fishing trips available.

JAMIE G

Zeke’s Landing Marina 36’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Gary Goodwin Phone: 251-942-2020 Email: jamiegcharters23@yahoo.com Website: JamieGCharters.com Bottom Fishing, Trolling Trips, Tournaments, Overnight Trips, Cobia Fishing.

HYDRA SEA

40’ Cabo Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Andrew Graham Phone: 205-657-4425 Email: andy953@charter.net Enjoy Family Fun Fishing!

We welcome children!

Air Conditioned Cabin with Clean Restroom.

We offer day trips and all types of fishing specializing in Bottom Fishing and Trolling.

Tackle, Bait and Licenses are included.

JESSICA MICHELLE C & R CHARTERS

Barber Marina 65’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Chris Willour Phone: 218-460-9609 Email: chris@candrcharters.com Website: www.candrcharters.com Facebook: C & R Charters All types of trips. Bottom fishing and trolling. Air conditioned, full kitchen, grill, 3 bdrm/3bath, large salon and fishing deck. Great for family and corporate trips.

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JOYCE

Annan’s Port 40’ Custom Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Donald Annan, LM Phone: 251-981-3119 Phone: 251-747-7777 Email: gulfrebel@gulftel.com Website: www.gulfrebelcharters.com Air Conditioned. Bait & Tackle Furnished.

4680 Burkart Lane, Orange Beach, AL 36561

KNOT WORKING

Fort Morgan Marina 30’ Grady White Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Walter McNeil Phone: 251-213-0023 Email: nicolefishingcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.NicoleFishingCharters.com ‘We specialize in family fun fishing.’

We offer trolling and bottom fishing trips for red snapper, amberjack, king mackerel, redfish, sheephead, and shark.

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JUST CUZ

Flora-Bama Marina 38’ Custom Sea Harvester Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Albert Stinson Phone: 251-455-1074 Email: captcuz@aol.com Website: www.juscuzfishing.com Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Light Tackle Fishing.

29603 Perdido Beach Blvd. Orange Beach, Al 36561

LAZY LINE II

Fort Morgan Marina 42’ 1972 Hatteras Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Eugene Coley Phone: 251-747-0051 Email: capt.eugene@yahoo.com Website: www.LazyLineCharters.com Fully air conditioned salon and cabin that sleeps 6 guests, full galley, grill, restroom, all types of fishing.

MISS BRIANNA

Zeke’s Landing Marina 38’ Infinity Passengers: Up to 6 Captain: Bobby Kelly Phone: 251-747-3126 Email: captainbobbykelly@gmail.com Website: gulfshoresfishingcharter.com All tackle and license provided. Cold A/C with Satellite TV and Radio. 4-6-8-10-12 hour trips.

Big Green Egg grill onboard.

Flounder gigging charters available.

Come to Fish…Leave as Friends!

MISS GINGER

Zeke’s Landing Marina 30’ Island Hopper Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Landon Bell Phone: 205-901-4858 Website: www.SouthernBendCharters.com Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Nearshore & Offshore Fishing.

MISS CARLI

Romar Marina 38’ Topaz Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Alex Brewer Phone: 251-550-5588 Phone: 251-295-6158 Email: pleasureislandcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.PleasureIslandCharters.com Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Nearshore & Offshore.

Air Conditioned.

MISS MADISON

Zeke’s Landing Marina 34’ Stuart Angler Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Kyle Partain Phone/Text: 251-201-0338 Email: missmadisonfishing@yahoo.com Website: www.MissMadisonFishing.com Family Fun Fishing! Children Welcome!

Clean Restroom with Fresh Water Sink Aboard.

Bottom Fishing & Trolling trips. Adult & Child Size Tackle Included.

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MOJO

Fort Morgan Marina 36’ Topaz Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Jay Andrews Phone: 251-540-6982 Specializing in Family Friendly 4 and 6 hour fishing trips. We have a cabin and full bathroom facilities for your convenience.

Call 251-540-6982 for info and pricing

NI-COLE

Fort Morgan Marina 28’ Pursuit Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Walter McNeil Phone: 251-213-0023 Email: nicolefishingcharters@yahoo.com Website: www.NicoleFishingCharters.com ‘We specialize in family fun fishing.’

We offer trolling and bottom fishing trips for red snapper, amberjack, king mackerel, redfish, sheephead, and shark.

OLE TIME CHARTERS

PLAYER

Gulf Shores, AL Fort Morgan Marina 25’ Robalo Passengers: 1-6

42’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Trey James, III Phone: 251-974-3152

Captain: Aaron Andrews Phone: 888-408-8820 Phone: 615-450-2149

Email: oletimecharters@outlook.com

Email: ross.proctor2@gmail.com Website: www.OrangeBeachSportFishing.com

Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Rig Fishing, Reef Fishing, Inshore/Nearshore, Family Fishing

All types of family fun fishing and many advanced trips for the seasoned angler with trips from 4-36 hours including overnight trips.

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QUITE FRANKLY

RED EYE

Zeke’s Landing Marina 36’ Hatteras Sportfish Passengers: 1-6

Fort Morgan Marina 36’ Topaz Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Frank Gandt Phone: 251-504-2246

Captain: Gary Bryant Phone: 251-540-6982

Email: charterboatquitefrankly@gmail.com

Email: redeye@gulftel.com Website: www.RedEyeCharters.com

We offer family fun fishing trips for all ages!

We offer anything from 3 hour trolling trips to full day offshore trips.

Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Oil Rig Fishing, Offshore.

REEL ADDICTION

REEL KILL CHARTERS

Private Dock 36’ Cape Horn Passengers: 1-6

Caribe Marina 30’ Power Catamaran with 450 HP Passengers: 1-6

Captain: Igor Subert Phone: 251-747-1324

Captain: Michael S. Rabren Phone: 251-455-2305

Email: igor_subert@yahoo.com Website: www.orangebeachreeladdiction.com

Email: MRDR@centurytel.com Website: www.ReelKillCharters.com

Fishing at its best! Rod Bending and Heart Pumping adventures daily! Travel in comfort and style in a 36’ Cape Horn!

Friendly Crew, 700HP, 29 speaker Dual Amplifier stereo system, roomy bathroom with Vacuum-Flush toilet.

Reef fish, Trolling, Bill fish, Shark

Reel Kill Charters will run any length charter that your group desires. We do trolling trips, but really do enjoy our very successful 6, 8 and 10 hour bottom fishing trips. A fast comfortable power catamaran gets us to the fish quickly. Over 70% of our charters are repeat happy customers. You will catch fish. Children Welcome!

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RIG RUNNER

Fort Morgan Marina 32’ Twin Vee Cataraman Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Gary Bryant Phone: 251-540-6982 Email: redeye@gulftel.com Website: www.redeyecharter.com We offer all types of fishing, near shore, offshore, and bottom fishing. Offering trips from 4 hours to 12 hours. Red Snapper Specialist.

Call 251-540-6982 for info and pricing.

SUMMER HUNTER

SanRoc Cay Marina 39’ Sport Craft Sportfisherman Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Jack Wilhite Phone: 251-948-3474 Email: CaptJack@SummerHunterCharters.com Website: www.SummerHunterCharters.com Nearshore Trolling, Blue Water Trolling & Bottom Fishing.

Half day family friendly trips. Deep water Amberjack and Grouper trips. Monster Sharks May-June.

Snapper trips in season.

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SOUTHERN DRAWL

Dauphin Island Marina 25’ Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Michael Pittman Phone: 251-599-8610 Email: southerndrawlfishingcharters@gmail.com Website: www.SouthernDrawlCharters.com

TRIPLE TROUBLE

SanRoc Cay Marina 46’ Hatteras Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Chad Reyer Phone: 256-431-5767 Email: Capt_chad@thetriple-trouble.com Website: www.thetriple-trouble.com Offshore and nearshore bottom and trolling trips from 4 to 18 hours. Air conditioned.

WATER DOG

Zeke’s Landing Marina 38’ Crusader Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Tom Ard Phone: 251-979-2682 Email: tom@orangebeachfish.com Website:www.OrangeBeachFish.com Bottom Fishing & Trolling.

WILD ORANGE

Zeke’s Landing Marina 38’ Buskens Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Bryan Reeves Phone: 251-233-0465 Email: wildorange94@yahoo.com Website: www.wildorangebeachfishing.com Trolling and bottom fishing Trips from 4-15 hours Air Conditioned Children welcome!

YANKEE STAR

Orange Beach Marina 38’ Libby Passengers: 1-6 Captain: Peter Fill Phone: 251-981-4510 Email: stella@centurylink.net Website: www.YankeeStar.com Trolling and bottom fishing. Family fishing.

Children welcome. 4, 6, 8 hour trips.

Air conditioned.

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multi-passenger

Multi-Passenger Deep Sea Fishing

A multi-passenger offshore charter boat offers many options. These charter boats can carry up to a maximum number of passengers determined by their COI (Certificate of Inspection) issued by the U.S. Coast Guard.

The length of the trip and distance traveled offshore is generally determined by weather, sea conditions and the fish you want to target.

Boat Sizes - Boats range from 36’ to 65’ in size.

One thing the boats have in common is that they are designed to operate in an offshore environment and provide a safe and comfortable ride. These boats are safety inspected by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Rates, Pricing and Fees - Most boats offer private fishing charters. This means the fees paid are for the entire group, up to 66 people and for an agreed number of hours. Fish cleaning is generally .30¢ per pound (whole fish estimated weight). Customary gratuity for your deckhand is 15% to 20% of the trip price.

Characteristics of a MultiPassenger Deep Sea Fishing Boat:

• Ideal for people who want to go deep sea fishing and have seven or more people in their group. These boats will accommodate groups of 6 or less, however the private charter rate is slightly higher than their Six Pack counterparts.

• Some boats offer per person or walk-on shared expense charters where you can pay to join other passengers, thus keeping the cost per person down.

• All boats have a restroom on board.

• Most have a shaded area to get out of the sun or an air conditioned cabin. Many are heated as well for comfortable winter fishing.

ANNIE GIRL

AQUASTAR

Zeke’s Landing Marina 62’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 30

Zeke’s Landing Marina 57’ Gillman Passengers: Up to 18

Captain: Mike Rowell Phone: 251-981-2081

Captain: Jason Vicars Phone: 251-979-9189

Email: fishanniegirl@gmail.com Website: www.anniegirlcharters.com

Email: aquastarfishing@gmail.com Website: www.aquastarcharters.com

All types of Fishing, Tournaments, Overnight, Casino Trips. We Specialize in a Good Time!

Bottom Fishing, Tuna & Billfishing.

Air Conditioned and a Big Green Egg Grill.

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BIG ADVENTURE

C-ROSE

Zeke’s Landing Marina 60’ Sportfisherman Passengers: Up to 25

Zeke’s Landing Marina 52’ Gillman Passengers: Up to 16

Captain: Jimmy Waller Phone: 251-747-4893

Captain: Dewitt Sightler Jr. Phone: 850-587-4000 Phone: 850-572-3106

Email: jimmer41@hotmail.com Website: www.bigadventurefishing.com Facebook: bigadventurefishingcharters

Email: crosecharters@yahoo.com Website: www.CroseCharters.com

All Types of Fishing.

Bottom Fishing, Trolling, Sport Fishing

CLASS ACT

COOL CHANGE

Zeke’s Landing Marina 52’ Miller Passengers: Up to 20 Captain: Dale Woodruff Phone: 251-974-5911 Phone: 251-391-0935 Email: classactcharters@gmail.com Website: www.classactfishing.net Bottom Fishing, Billfishing, Overnighters.

Zeke’s Landing Marina 46’ Custom Passengers: Up to 20 Captain: Joseph Nash Phone: 251-974-5615 Email: captjoenash@gmail.com Website: www.CoolChangeCharter.com Offshore Bottom Fishing, Big Game Trolling, Redfishing, Inshore Fishing Available.

Air Conditioned.

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EAGLE EXPRESS

Zeke’s Landing Marina 52’ Miller Passengers: Up to 15 Captain: Doug Price Phone: 251-213-5000 Email: eagleexpresscharters@yahoo.com Website: www.eagleexpresscharters.com

EMERALD SPIRIT

Sportsman Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: Up to 50 Captain: George Pfeiffer Phone: 251-986-6855 Phone: 888-558-3889 Email: catcharters@gulftel.com Website: www.FishEmeraldSpirit.com

Satellite TV, Big Green Egg, 4 hour to 2 day trips offered.

Tournaments

Affordable Family Fun. Private Trips, Walk-Ons, Air Conditioned, USCG Certified. We focus on giving our customers a memorable fishing experience aboard clean, well-maintained and safe boats.

FAIRWATER II

HIGH COTTON

Zeke’s Landing Marina 42’ Sea Harvester Passengers: Up to 22 Captain: Tom Ard Phone: 251-979-2682 Email: tom@orangebeachfish.com Website: www.OrangeBeachFish.com Bottom Fishing & Trolling

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SanRoc Cay Marina 55’ Gillman Passengers: Up to 19 Captain: Chris Garner Phone: 251-978-1467 Email: HighCottonCharters@gmail.com Website: www.fishhighcotton.com The High Cotton is a fully equipped Orange Beach Sportfishing boat that offers a variety of fishing opportunities that range from half day trips up to multi-day overnight trips in Orange Beach, Alabama. Overnight trips offer a chance to target fish such as Marlin, Tuna, Dolphin, Wahoo, and Swordfish. Orange Beach day fishing trips usually target Red Snapper, Grouper, Trigger Fish, Amberjack, Beeliners, King Mackerel and Cobia.

INTIMIDATOR

Orange Beach Marina 65’ Custom Passengers: Up to 43 Captain: Johnny Greene Phone: 251-747-2872 Email: fishorangebeach@gmail.com Website: Website: www.GulfShoresDeepSeaFishing.com www.FishOrangeBeach.com

INTRUDER

Zeke’s Landing Marina 53’ Sportfisherman Passengers: Up to 19 Captain: Sonny Alawine Phone: 251-747-7367 Email: captcheeze@yahoo.com

We proudly serve as the platform for the discriminating sportsman who expects the very best in a fishing adventure.

With a big 65’ boat and 28 years of experience in the business we will guide you in the right direction for fishing and fun!

All types Gulf Fishing.

From 4 hour to 3 day trips.

LADY ANN

LEGACY

Dauphin Island Marina 60’ Passengers: Up to 22 Captain: Frank Thierry Phone: 251-861-5302

Zeke’s Landing Marina 40’ Michael Fitz Passengers: Up to 22

Email: capthierry@aol.com Website: www.CaptainMikeOnline.com

Captain: Gary Goodwin Phone: 251-942-2020

From billfishing for the magnificent blue marlin, tuna, wahoo & bull dolphin (mahi-mahi) to bottom fishing for huge red snapper, grouper and amberjack — to trolling for nice king mackerel — we have the boat to suit your needs.We take tournament trips, multi-day trips, 24 hours, 18 hours, 12 hours, 11 hours, 10 hours, 8 hours and 5 hour trips.

Email: jamiegcharters23@yahoo.com Website: www.LegacyCharters.net Bottom Fishing & Blue Water Fishing.

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MISS JENNY

RIP TIDE

Zeke’s Landing Marina 58’ Harkers Island Passengers: Up to 27

Zeke’s Landing Marina 45’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 20

Captain: Matt Boles Phone: 251-550-0672

Captain: Seth Wilson Phone: 251-981-1500 Phone: 251-543-6291

Email: bolesmatt47@gmail.com Website: www.fishmissjennycharters.com Miss Jenny is a 58’ Harkers Island that is very big and very heavy. Great for comfortable rides to great fishing spots. Miss Jenny does a lot of trolling, bottom fishing and deep drops around structures. Miss Jenny has a great A/C, toilet, shower, places to lay down and sit comfortably. Miss Jenny also has a walk around deck so if you are tired of fishing you can relax on our bench up on the bow. Excellent radio with Bose speakers.

Email: fishriptide@gmail.com Website: www.FishRipTide.com Affordable family fishing, private and shared expense trips.

SEA HUNTER

SEA SPRAY

SanRoc Cay Marina 62’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 28

Orange Beach Marina 65’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 10

Captain: Ricky McDuffie Second Captain: Adam McDuffie Phone: 251-747-4468

Captain: Bill Staff Phone: 251-979-3631

Email: captainrickymcduffie@yahoo.com Website: www.orangebeachfishing.com Having fun and catching fish for 40 years.

All types of Fishing. Fully Air Conditioned. |When the Sea Hunter goes out, the fish come in!

We love fishing and you will too. Our team does the best job to make your fishing experience a pleasurable one.

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Email: captainbill@seaspraycharterfishing.com Website: www.SeaSprayCharterFishing.com Celebrating 36 years of deep sea fishing on the Gulf of Mexico!

Captain Bill Staff will make your charter fishing trip one to remember. The Sea Spray specializes in tuna fishing, specifically the yellowfin tuna. Your catch might also include blue marlin, white marlin, dolphin (mahi-mahi), wahoo, amberjack, swordfish, sailfish, triggerfish, grouper, and snapper.

SHADY LADY

Zeke’s Landing Marina 60’ Sportfisherman Passengers: Up to 40 Captain: Brian Daniels Phone: 850-516-9760 Email: brian@briandanielsguideservice.com Website: www.BrianDanielsGuideService.com Equipped with Air Conditioning, 2 Restrooms, TV/ VCR, DVD, Microwave, Fridge, Satellite Stereo, Shower, Green Egg Grill and Ice Maker. Sleeps 8.

All Types of Fishing.

SUMMER BREEZE

Annan’s Port 55’ Resmondo Passengers: Up to 20 Captain: Brian Annan Phone: 251-747-7777 Phone: 251-981-3119 Email: gulfrebel@gulftel.com Website: www.gulfrebelcharters.com Air Conditioned. Bait & Tackle Furnished.

4680 Burkart Lane, Orange Beach, AL 36561

SOUTHWIND

Zeke’s Landing Marina 40’ Sea Harvester Passengers: Up to 20 Captain: Brett Russell Jr. Phone: 334-202-9761 Phone: 251-979-2682 Email: tom@orangebeachfish.com Website: www.orangebeachfish.com Bottom fishing and trolling

SUMMER BREEZE II

Zeke’s Landing Marina 60’ Custom Resmondo Passengers: Up to 30 Captain: Bobby Walker, LM Phone: 251-981-6159 Phone: 251-747-3575 Email: captainbobbywalker@yahoo.com Website: www.BobbyWalker.com Bottom Fishing, Marlin, Tuna, Tournament Fishing.

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headboat/party boat

Head Boat/Party Boat Deep Sea Fishing A Head Boat offshore charter boat offers an economical way to get out fishing and usually bring home dinner! All boats are U.S. Coast Guard Inspected, with clean restrooms, clean interior salons, and always helpful, friendly crews.

The length of the trip and distance traveled offshore is generally determined by weather, sea conditions and the fish you want to target.

Boat sizes – Boats range from 57’ to 65’ in size.

Rates, pricing and fees – Boats offer individual and group pricing. You can come alone or bring a large group (50 to 66 people). Fish cleaning is generally .30¢ per pound (whole fish estimated weight). Customary gratuity for your deckhand is 15% to 20% of the trip price.

All tackle, bait and license is provided (including Rods and reels, though feel free to bring your own).

Remember to bring your own lunch, snacks and beverages.

ESCAPE

Dauphin Island Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: 1-38 Captain:“Skipper” Thierry Phone: 251-861-5302 Email: capthierry@aol.com Website: www.CaptainMikeOnline.com We take multi-day trips for tunas, wahoo, mahi mahi, marlin and swordfish. Day trips of different lengths for snappers, grouper, trigger fish, spanish and king mackerel. Per person, party boat or private charters available.

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MISS E

Flora-Bama Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: 1-40 Captain: Alex McDuffie Phone: 251-747-4467 Website: www.fishflorabama.com Miss E is a 65 foot fully air conditioned Bonner Head Boat running daily.

Accommodates up to 38 passengers.

Shared expenses, Families, Small or Large groups.

OUTCAST

ZEKE’S LADY

Caribe Marina 65’ Bonner Passengers: Up to 50

Zeke’s Landing Marina 62’ Party Boat Passengers: Up to 57

Phone: 251-980-8410 Phone: 251-980-8411

Captain: David Dunnam Phone: 251-981-4044 Phone: 800-793-4044

mail: clogel@caribemarina.com Website: www.caribemarina.com Individual Fares – Private Charters All types of fishing Air Conditioned

Email: info@zekeslanding.com Website: www.ZekesLanding.com 4, 6, 8 & 10 Hour Charter Fishing Trips.

Shared Expense and Private Charters available.

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Alabama’s Artificial Reef Program...

A Brief History Alabama has the largest permitted artificial reef program in the world. The natural bottom offshore of Alabama is predominately flat sand bottom. This bottom type attracts few fish that are either commercially or recreationally valuable. However, it has long been known that if a vertical relief is created, many reef fish such as snappers and groupers will be attracted. Artificial reefs, over time, will appear as natural reefs with similar communities of encrusting organisms and bait fish. As various encrusting organisms, such as corals and sponges, cover the artificial reef material, small animals take up residence. As these small animals become abundant, larger animals are attracted and feed upon them and so on until a complete reef food web is created. At that point the artificial reef functions as a natural reef.

Alabama’s artificial reef building program started in 1953 when the Orange Beach Charter Fishing Association asked the authority to place 250 car bodies off Baldwin County, Alabama. This proved to be very successful and in the years since, many different types of materials have been placed offshore of Alabama. These have included additional car bodies, culverts, bridge rubble, barges, boats and planes. In 1974-75, in an excellent example of State/Federal cooperation, several “ghost-fleeted” liberty ships were sunk in five locations off Mobile and Baldwin Counties in 80 to 93 feet of water.

In 1987, a general permit was issued by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers creating specific areas offshore of Alabama for the creation of artificial reefs. These were created in order to provide areas for these materials in order to coordinate with other users of the offshore area. In 1987 the areas encompassed almost 800 square miles.

REEF - EX is the program name associated with the concept of deploying MARANATHA obsolete military combat tanks in the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean as artificial reefs. The initial deployment under this program was on June 1, 1994 with the initial deployment of six tanks. With the successful completion of this deployment, the mechanisms were in place for the deployment of hundreds of tanks in the future.

In 1993, the U. S. military, in addressing Intracoastal Canal the need to de-militarize obsolete battle 114’ Reefmaker Work Boat tanks, realized that immersion in seawater was an acceptable method.The idea of using Captain: David Walter these obsolete materials to create artificial Phone: 251-979-2200 reefs was born. The idea was presented to the Alabama Department of Conservation Email: reefmaker@gulftel.com and Natural Resources, Marine Resources Website: www.ReefMaker.net Division and development of an operation plan began. As plans developed the full Available for towing and salvage work. extent of the impact this program will 114’ x 30’ with only a 5.5’ draft. 800 hp, 250 KW; Complete workshop 12,000 gallons of fuel; 7,000 gallons of potable have on the reef fisheries and associated water; 30’ spuds; 20 ton crane. Ideally suitable for shallow economy of Alabama became obvious. It is water work on bridges, structures, diving platform, workshop an outstanding and creative way to convert for experimental projects. Reasonable rates. swords to plowshares. ■

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2019 Reach your customer base by advertising in the First Annual Alabama Gulf Coast SLAM Deep Sea Fishing Tournament official program.

•20,000 anglers expected to visit our area to participate in the tournament.

•30,000 copies distributed in more than 200 free racks, condos, hotels, welcome centers and The Alabama Charter Fishing Association.

•Tournament will take place from April 20th to May 19th and will attract anglers and fishing customers to enjoy the best saltwater fishing on the Gulf Coast.

•Competitors will get to do what they love most – fish! From catching fish to weigh-ins and many more activities! These anglers and their families will be looking for services and entertainment during their stay.

•The tournament is open to anglers and fishermen and women from all over the country are invited to compete for over $100,000 worth in prizes spread among several categories, and one lucky angler will take home a brand new truck!

•The tournament is designed to bring anglers and their families to our coastal community to promote a sense of unity and friendly competition among the worldwide fishing community during these festivities.

Call us today to advertise in the official program:

251-943-2151 (Deadline to place ads is March 6 th)

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Thank You for your Service and Dedication Iris Ethridge When Iris retired from the Mobile County Public Schools on June 10, 1991, she had no idea how she would spend her retirement years. During that first summer, she and Bill did a lot of fishing. Several friends encouraged Iris to get her license and operate a charter fishing boat. In March of 1992, she opened her business, Crosstie Charters. As part of her business plan, she continued her membership in the Orange Beach Fishing Association and became the first female captain to fish in the fleet.

During the 1990’s, Iris served on several committees for the City of Orange Beach. In 1996 she won a seat on the City Council and served until 2004.

In January of 2002, she became the first ‘Ms. Senior Baldwin County’.

She was honored as the Grand Marshal of the Mardi Gras Parade of Orange Beach and the Christmas Lighted Boat Parade.

Community leaders met in the summer of 2005 to establish an educational foundation on the island. Iris served as the Founding President from 2005 – 2007.

The South Baldwin Regional Medical Center invited Iris to serve on their Board of Directors in March of 2008. She has seen tremendous progress in health care, in Baldwin County.

In February of 2010 she received the Distinguished Service Award from the Chamber of Commerce that bestowed only 2 annual awards at that time.

In 2012, Iris was inducted into the Alabama Senior Citizens Hall of Fame as a Permanent Member. Also, the City of Orange Beach named her as its Ambassador in November.

Iris was elected President of the Orange Beach Lions Club in 2016 and has received numerous awards. She now serves as Treasurer, Membership Chairman and Zone Chairman for District 34-C. Bill and Iris were married for 44-1/2 years and had a daughter and a son. Sandy lives in Tampa with her husband, Rick. Sandy’s son, Joshua, is a graduate of Auburn and is employed there. Bill lives in Fairhope with his wife, Michelle, and their daughter, Linda Iris “Lili”.

Iris is proud to have worked for the Alabama Charter Fishing Association as Office Manager and Secretary/Treasurer since 2009, the same year Captain Iris was honored as a Life Member of the Orange Beach Fishing Association. She retired from the Association at the end of 2018. ■ 52 • ALABAMA CHARTER BOAT FISHING DIRECTORY

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Class Act Charters ORANGE BEACH, ALABAMA

www.DeepSeaFishingSpecials.com classactcharters@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook

Captain Dale Woodruff Owner/Operator

251.974.5911 Cell 251.391.0935

Fun for all ages!

We cater to all Families, Friends, and Businesses.

No fishing license required. All you need is your food and drinks.

•All Types of Fishing Near shore trolling Bottom fishing Big game fishing Winter fishing for redfish Spring Time Cobia fishing

•Clean Sanitized Restrooms •Satellite TV Sony PlayStation® III Blue Ray Disc Satellite Radio MP3 Compatability •Green Egg Grill in the Cockpit for Grilling •All Major Credit Cards Accepted

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