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BOOKING A FISHING CHARTER IN COASTAL MISSISSIPPI
Story and Photos by John N. Felsher
Not everyone can afford to own or operate a boat, but sportsmen
who only fish a few times a year could save money when one
considers the cost of buying, insuring, and maintaining a boat, not
to mention fuel, bait and other costs. A person could buy several
charter trips each year and still save money.
Many people book charters because they never fished before or
they want to try something different. Most charter captains or their
mates gladly give personalized instructions to their clients.
“The main goal of a captain is for the client to catch fish,” explains
Sonny Schindler with Shore Thing Fishing Charters in Bay St. Louis.
“Some captains only want people to pay for their fishing. Most
customers would rather come back with ten fish they caught, which
might be the most they’ve ever caught in their lives, than 30 fish
caught by the captain.”
With so many great charter services available on the Mississippi
Coast, how does one know which one to choose? It all comes down
to research and communications! Before spending big bucks, do the
homework. How long has that captain been in business? Does the
captain have the required licenses and safety equipment? What kind
of reputation does that captain have?
> Ronnie Daniels with Fisher-Man
Guide Services of Pass Christian
shows off a redfish.
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