Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

About Bloodline Charters

Where does Bloodline Charters fish?

We fish the Panama City Beach area, including Gulf of Mexico, East Bay, West Bay, Saint Andrew Bay, North Bay, Grand Lagoon, Intracoastal Waterway, Powell Lake, Tiller Branch, Fannin Bayou, Pearl Bayou, Lake Martin, Morrell Branch, Newman Bayou, Freshwater Bayou, Sheephead Bayou, Johnson Bayou, Warren Bayou, Lake Claire, Lake Ware, Lake Huntington, Lake Caroline.

What are the target fish?

Target fish include Red Snapper  (Also Called Pensacola Red Snapper, Northern Red Snapper ), Grey Snapper  (Also Called Mangrove Snapper, Gray Snapper ), Goliath Grouper  (Also Called Atlantic Goliath Grouper, Guasa, Mero, Grouper, Itajara), Gag Grouper (Also Called Charcoal Belly, Velvet Rockfish, Grouper  ), King Mackerel (Also Called Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel  ), Greater Amberjack (Also Called Great Amberfish, Jenny Lind, Rock Salmon, Doronado, Madregal, Amberjack), Redfish (Also Called Red Drum, Channel Bass, Spottail Bass), Sea Trout  (Also Called Speckled Trout, Spotted Sea Trout), Southern Flounder (Also Called Flounder, Plie ), Blacktip Shark  (Also Called Shark, Blacktip Shark  ), Bull Shark (Also Called Cub Shark, Ground Shark, Shark  )

Where in Panama City Beach to we meet our guests?

We meet at Bloodline Charters ( 5550 N Lagoon Dr, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, USA )

Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required

Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission - Fishing

Florida residents and visitors 16 years of age and older are required to possess a Florida freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing license when engaged in active or passive fishing activities. However, you do not need a saltwater fishing license if saltwater fishing from a for-hire vessel (guide, charter, party boat) that has a valid charter license or from a vessel whose operator has a valid recreational saltwater vessel license issued in the name of the operator of the vessel. If you are looking for online access for a license, please check Go Outdoors Florida here: https://license.gooutdoorsflorida.com/Licensing/CustomerLookup.aspx

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!

Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.