Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How many passengers can you accommodate?
A: The U.S. Coast Guard allows us to carry up to 6 passengers, regardless of
age or whether or not they are fishing. We recommend parties of 4.
Q: How do I book a trip?
A: To book a charter you must reserve the boat. Select a date and contact us.
A 20% deposit is required upon booking a charter and reserving a date (we accept
checks and all major credit cards).
Q: How about the weather?
A: Capt. Billy’s primary concern is your safety, and therefore, he will
cancel charters if weather conditions are unsafe. Cancellations due to weather
are made at the sole discretion of the captian. Capt. Billy has been fishing off
the east coast of Florida for 20 years. In most cases, he knows when its too rough
to fish safely. Charters will be canceled if Capt. Billy deems the weather conditions
unsafe. If weather conditions become a concern as your charter approaches, Capt.
Billy will contact you to prior to the charter to discuss the sea state.
Q: Can we bring alcohol on the boat?
A: Beer and wine is fine but no hard liquor! A word to the wise... A leading
reason for seasickness is due to the consumption of large quantities of alcohol
the night before the trip. Becoming seasickness has ruined trips for more people
than I care to think about. Laying off alcohol the night before will help tremendously.
Celebrate a wonderful time spent out on the ocean after your trip!
Q: Should I take seasickness medication?
A: Before you take ANY medication, ALWAYS
check with your doctor. With that said, we have noticed that these drugs are not
very effective when taken one hour or less before departure. If you will be taking
this medication, we recommend taking a dose the night before your charter and
another when you awake, the morning of the charter. Again, check with your doctor
first.
Q: What do we need to bring?
A: We supply everything except food and drinks. Bring things along like cameras,
suntan lotion, sunglasses, comfortable clothes for that days weather. Please wear
either boat shoes or sneaks on board. No bare feet allowed. (too many sharp things
like hooks and teeth on the deck!)
Q: Do I need a fishing license?
A: No, you do not need a fishing license. One Call Charters has a fishing license
that covers all anglers on-board.
Q: Do you clean the fish?
A: Yes, we will clean your catch for you. Additional arrangements can be made
to have your catch shipped.
Q: Can we keep our catch?
A: Yes, you can keep all the fish you catch as long as the fish harvested are
in compliance with state laws. Otherwise, fish caught will be released in accordance
with good sportsmanship guidelines.
Q: How do I get a fish mounted?
Getting a fish mounted is easy, and we don’t even need to kill the fish.
If you make a trophy catch – like a sailfish, they make beautiful mounts
– all we have to do is take some measurements of the fish and send them
to Gray's Taxidermy.
Your mount will be ready and delivered in a few short weeks. Capt. Billy will
take care of everything for you.
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