I strongly believe that there are 2 kinds of fishing. There is fishing with the objective of essentially catching a huge one, and then there is fishing with no genuine desire to hook a fish, as long as the day is filled with fun, laughter and a couple of drinks!
If you're on vacation near the coast, it's likely that you might want to go fishing and you do not have access to your own fishing-boat. Fortunately there are many fishing charters who will be only too thrilled to go show you the various fishing spots that the specific region has to offer.
You will need to select a fishing charter that will cater for not only your capacity to pay, but also for your needs, requirements and skills level.
If possible, do a bit of research in advance. Holiday escapes at the coast usually are not spur of the moment trips. A considerable amount of prior planning goes into such a vacation and for that reason spending a little extra time researching the world wide web or browsing through fishing magazines should form part of the preparation.
It is very important choose a dependable fishing charter company. Inquire about the fishing charter's history and background. How long have they been in business for instance? Have they got a clean history or do they flip a boat on every 2nd trip? Are they authorities in the area, in other words do they know which spots are ideal for a certain kind or type of fish? Some charters are so positive about their expertise and abilities that they will offer you a "no fish no pay" charter. If a company offers this option you can be very sure that they know what they are doing!
If you do not want to spend lots of money on a fishing charter, it is a good idea to get a crowd together. Understand that for a boat to go out to sea, the associated costs are similar for a group of 2 or a group of 6 people. The skipper and petrol still needs to be paid and therefore the more people in the group, the more affordable for each person. I'm sure that a skipper would have no problem taking only one individual out on a charter, but keep in mind that this lone angler will have to cover the entire operation's cost.
When you arrive at the charter company, it is a good idea to do some additional investigation about the boat involved. Check into their radio equipment as well as their safety gear. You also need to know what steps they will take when there is an urgent situation on board. Skippers need to be properly trained to deal with anything from rough seas to a heart attack on board!
Ultimately, you can relax, hold on tight and enjoy the ride! Fishing is supposed to be a lot of fun - even if that big one gets away! Take pleasure in the time in the fresh air with the salty water splashing on your face!
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