Question 1

What are the trip rates for Shallowtails Adventures?

Accepted Answer

Shallowtails Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
$300 per group, additional $50 per person after 3 guests - Kids Trip (2 hours)
$500 per group - Backcountry Marsh (4 hours minimum)
$550 per group - Inshore Bay (4 hours minimum)
$600 per group - Nearshore Coastal (5 hours minimum)
 
All trips can be booked for la onger duration than the minimum time for an extra $75 per hour.

Question 2

Which amenities are available onboard with Shallowtails Adventures?

Accepted Answer

When you book a trip with Shallowtails Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Question 3

What's included in the trip price with Shallowtails Adventures?

Accepted Answer

Trips booked with Shallowtails Adventures include:
Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa)
Live Bait (Depends on the season if it's used)
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks (Water)
Fishing License

Question 4

What types of fishing does Shallowtails Adventures offer?

Accepted Answer

Shallowtails Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Question 5

What fishing techniques does Shallowtails Adventures offer?

Accepted Answer

Shallowtails Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Fly Fishing (Bring your equipment)
Drift Fishing

Question 6

Which fish species can I catch with Shallowtails Adventures?

Accepted Answer

Top targeted fish species with Shallowtails Adventures include:
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Redfish
Snapper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
 
Please Note: we try to target fish based on what species are biting as well as species that are in season if keeping fish to eat is desired. If there is a particular species of fish you would like to catch let me know in advance and I will do my best to make it happen!

Question 7

What happens with inclement weather?

Accepted Answer

The weather is always changing along the Gulf Coast so if bad weather is a possibility, the decision to go or not will be made as close to the time of the trip as possible to get the most accurate forecast. Safety is the #1 priority so we will always air on the side of caution.

Question 8

What Should I Wear?

Accepted Answer

In hotter months (May- Sept) wear something that is SPF rated, cool and comfortable.
 
In cooler months (Late November - April) try and wear clothes that layer well. An example would be to wear long sleeve shirt, fleece or pullover sweatshirt and a jacket. A rain jacket is always recommended.

Question 9

What should I bring?

Accepted Answer

You should bring your phone or camera for your pictures, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses and a hat. There are limited storage compartments, but remember it is only a 4-5 hour trip.

Question 10

Do You Accept Credit Cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Visa, MasterCard and Amex.

Question 11

Can I keep my fish to eat?

Accepted Answer

Yes, of course this depends on fishing regulations and seasonal limits.

Question 12

Can We Fish Out of My Own Boat?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please call Captain Michael Cowart at 850-532-0232 for specific details and scheduling.

Question 13

Can I Bring My Young Child?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Shallowtails encourages parents to bring their children fishing and pass on the passion of the sport for generations to come.

Question 14

What About Bathroom Breaks?

Accepted Answer

Shallowtails understands when 'Nature Calls'. There are places between fishing spots that we can stop at if the need arises.

Question 15

Can You Accommodate Large Groups?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! With Shallowtails' network of skilled, qualified, licensed, and insured captains, we can accommodate almost any size group. However, we need to plan these events out as far in advance as possible.

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