You just booked your fishing charter and are preparing for the adventure. What do you need to take on the adventure? Most of the articles we recommend are for comfort and protection during your St.Petersburg, Clearwater, Tampa Bay or Costa Rica inshore or offshore fishing charters.
Be comfortable on your fishing charter
Be prepared for changing weather conditions during different parts of the day. Layered clothing is an excellent choice, as mornings are colder and late afternoons are hotter. Always be ready for the occasional rain shower that may stroll in. The time of year will also have a bearing on your fishing clothing. Your charter Captain will be able to give you the most up to date weather conditions just prior to departure. Be sure to ask!
Protect yourself on your fishing charter
Adequate protection from the sun is necessary for an enjoyable day on the water. Protective clothing and adequate sun screening products will make all the difference. The sun’s direct rays, and the sun’s reflection off the water, can be very unforgiving for your skin, even when you are under shade. Don’t be stupid, no sunburns please.
Essential Items to think about when packing for your inshore or offshore fishing charters:
- Non-skid rubber sole shoes are a necessity
- Dress in light colored clothing as to not retain heat on warm days
- Lightweight micro-fiber long sleeve shirts to protect arms from the sun are optimum
- Take your favorite hat (wide brimmed is the most protection)
- Short pants when warm, long when cold
- Waterproof windbreaker for possible rain and cooler mornings
- Swimsuit, as you never know when you’ll get the urge for a refreshing dip
- Polarized sunglasses to protect your eyes, cut the glare and to see fish better
- Sunscreen and lip balm that protect from UVA and UVB rays
- Seasickness medication if you’re prone to seasickness
- Bug spray for inshore fishing by the mangroves
- Hand sanitizer if you don’t want to smell like fish
- Waterproof bag or backpack for your personal items
- Camera or smartphone to take a picture of your trophy catch
When properly prepared for your fishing charter, you can relax and enjoy the day knowing that you have every angle covered. You can enjoy the day catching a variety of fish on your Costa Rica, Tampa Bay, St. Petersburg and Clearwater fishing charter including but not limited to, Tarpon, Snook, Trout, Redfish, Kingfish, Grouper, Snapper, Tuna, Swordfish and Mahi.
Choosing a fishing charter Captain
It’s important to do your homework when it comes time to decide on which charter Captain you would like to spend the day with. Do some research to help determine if a charter Captain would be beneifical for your needs. Be sure and read the reviews of any fishing charter you are considering. It’s recommended not to only go by the positive rating, but see what people are sharing.
If you’re on the market for a Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Costa Rica or Tampa Bay Fishing Charter, be sure and give the crew at YACHTFISH Fishing Charters a text. Our experience with YACHTFISH and Captain Matt Douglas has been top knotch and professional. We strongly recommend giving them a try. We can guarantee you won’t be disappointed.
YACHTFISH Fishing Charters • 795 39th Ave NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33703 • (727) 433-4200
