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Choctawhatchee Bay Inshore Fishing: Veteran-Led Experience
5.0
87 Ratings
Niceville
Experience a memorable day of Choctawhatchee Bay inshore fishing with Captain Rob Hansill, a retired U.S. Marine. Join him for a therapeutic and joyful experience on the water.
Experience a memorable day of Choctawhatchee Bay inshore fishing with Captain Rob Hansill, a retired U.S. Marine. Join him for a therapeutic and joyful experience on the water.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 290 Yacht Club Dr - L4K Charters offers an exceptional inshore fishing adventure on the calm waters of Choctawhatchee Bay. Accessible from Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, and Destin, FL, Captain Rob can host up to four anglers. Each trip is tailored to the angler’s skill level and desired experience. Anglers will aim to catch Redfish, Jack Crevalle,…
- 290 Yacht Club Dr - L4K Charters offers an exceptional inshore fishing adventure on the calm waters of Choctawhatchee Bay. Accessible from Fort Walton Beach, Niceville, and Destin, FL, Captain Rob can host up to four anglers. Each trip is tailored to the angler’s skill level and desired experience. Anglers will aim to catch Redfish, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Black Drum, Flounder, Trout, and more. Top-notch Penn equipment and live baits are provided for each angler. Anglers will enjoy a smooth ride, comfortable seating, shade, and a private restroom. Launched in 2024, “Dress Blues” is a pristine 25’ center-console crafted by Dorado and powered by Mercury 300 ProXs. It is the ideal vessel for families with children, novice anglers, and seasoned fishermen alike. Fishing licenses, equipment, and bait are included; guests only need to bring drinks and snacks. EXCLUSIVE: Memory Maker trips are short excursions for quick catches just minutes from the dock. Perfect for first-time anglers and young children, this trip is designed for families with school-age kids who want a taste of Destin Fishing.
What's Included
- Fishing License
- Fish Cleaning and Packaging
- Use of Fishing Gear and Bait
- Fishing License
- Fish Cleaning and Packaging
- Use of Fishing Gear and Bait
What's Not Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information
Skipper Rob Hansill, originating from Florida and a former U.S. Marine, is a proud father of two boys and shares a home in Niceville with his wife, to whom he’s been married for 25 years. Rob possesses a Masters endorsement on his Merchant Mariner Credential, Title 46 U.S. Code, and has been certified by The United States Coast Guard National Maritime…
Skipper Rob Hansill, originating from Florida and a former U.S. Marine, is a proud father of two boys and shares a home in Niceville with his wife, to whom he’s been married for 25 years. Rob possesses a Masters endorsement on his Merchant Mariner Credential, Title 46 U.S. Code, and has been certified by The United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center.
Captain Rob is passionate about aiding individuals to discover their happiness and deal with sorrow. A single day spent at sea can dispel waves of sadness. Those who’ve been affected by tragedy, battled cancer, or served in combat are given first consideration. Purple Heart holders and Wounded Warriors are invited to fish at no charge (Advance telephonic coordination would be appreciated).
Everyone is invited to enjoy a day ‘at EASE’.
- Children of all ages are welcome. They must wear a Coast Guard Approved live jacket at all times.
- Guests prone to sea-sickness should take necessary precautions prior to boarding the vessel.
Location
290 Yacht Club Dr
Yacht Club Drive
All guests will meet at LJ Schooners Dockside Restaurant & Bluewater Bay Marina located at 290 Yacht Club Drive Niceville, FL 32578. Driving directions and details will be worked out over the phone on the Sunday prior to each trip.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(87 Ratings)
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V8334lfjeffreyw
Jun 7, 2025
Catching Fins on Choctawhatchee Bay! - Captain Rob was great and we will book him every time we head south to enjoy the Destin lifestyle. It's not often you get a skilled, passionate captain that built his own boat by hand but takes pride and joy in his audience having fun and catching a range of fish. We did the 4 hour inland charter and caught 8 different species of fish. We caught monster redfish all day but our best was a large, beautiful permit. Two fathers and two sons had our best charter ever inland or out to sea so thanks to Rob putting us on fish all day long! Thanks for the great fishing and your service to our country. Book it!
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Vacation68466078415
May 24, 2025
The BEST charter ever!! - This was such a great family get away! Captain Jacob was incredibly knowledgeable with all the questions we had. 10 out of 10 would recommend this group to anyone!!
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T8796ujjoshe
May 11, 2025
Family Friendly, Experience Focused, Inshore Fishing Trip - Hanging out with Captain Rob, is like hanging out with an old family friend. He is loves teaching the kids and shows them a lot of patience. He made our family's first saltwater fishing adventure a fun memory. Highly recommend.
Super family friendly, especially with little ones.
Thanks for a great time, Captain Rob!
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Axtellcell
Apr 30, 2025
Amazing fishing experience with Capt. Rob. - Capt. Rob,
You rock.
We had the best time and are looking forward to next year.
We baked the Red fish for dinner with a mango, honey, soy sauce and slice of fresh pineapple. Wow, they were incredible. Some of the best fish we have ever had.
We are planning two outings with you next year, once this trip was not enough.
Thanks for taking care of us yesterday on the boat and during the years that you served our country.
Craig, Nate, Lance, and Anita
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Kathleen_e
Apr 16, 2025
Fantastic fishing trips for kids! - Great fishing trip with captain rob! It was the perfect trip for two younger kids. Captain rob is fantastic with kids and we were able to catch a bunch of fish and even got to keep one. Thank you for the experience!
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Reateacher
Mar 30, 2025
Memories Made on the Choctawhatchee Bay - My family and myself joined Captain Rob for an Inshore Fishing on the Waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay. We have young adult children that found this trip to be a lot of fun especially our son who caught the largest fish (30" or so Red Drum). Captain Rob keeps everything very light and has a great sense of humor so there were a lot of laughs to be shared along with good fishing, a beautiful, clean boat and great weather. I would highly recommend this charter for people of all ages.
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Eliza_g
Mar 29, 2025
This was a wonderful last... - This was a wonderful last minute experience for our family. My kids are older but we did the 2 hour experience meant for the younger ones due to our schedule restraints but they still enjoyed it. Captain Rob was wonderful and patient. He was so easy to talk to. Our family will definitely book again when we come back!
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Chris_t
Mar 23, 2025
Best Fishing Trip Ever Booked! - Hands down the BEST fishing trip I’ve ever booked! Captain Rob is an absolute professional. He made this a very memorable experience for our family, especially our 6 year old who was a first timer. From the minute you set foot on his boat, you feel like family. We will definitely book again when we come back!
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Ryanpu659jh
Mar 19, 2025
Fun experience for the whole family! - My boys and I had a great time on the water with Captain Rob. He is very knowledgeable, kind, patient, and it felt like we were fishing with a family friend. L4K is the best charter option in Destin area!
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Jefflz8803ud
Mar 15, 2025
Great fishing and great guide service - Captain Rob gave us a great experience and put us on tons of fish. With two younger kids he made sure everyone always had bait on their line and would help the kids cast to the spots if needed. Will definitely rebook the next time we are down in the area
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