Patriot sport fishing of Florida offers natives and out of towners visiting the Sunshine state these tips for offshore fishing enjoyment every time, whether once a year or several times a week:
- Rest & hydrate the day before fishing
- Take seasickness medication/treatment day before trip if needed
- Prepare food, snacks & drinks, sunblock & layers of clothing day/night before
- Consider gloves – garden or sports gloves work well
- Bring freezer storage bags for fillets
- Bring cooler & prepare to fill with ice for fillets after trip
- Cash for trip payment and tip (15-20 percent of charter total is customary)
- Camera (phone cameras work ok)
- Plans to send fish pictures via social media
- Applaud charter captain, vessel on Trip Advisor, their Facebook page, etc.
- Schedule follow on trip for different fishing experience
