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Fishing Charter Reviews
5.0 stars from 140+ verified fishing charter guests
Can’t wait to go again!
We had such a fun time on our trip with Captain Eric and his first mate, Eric! They greeted us warmly, had every detail covered and made the trip exciting, educational and relaxing all at the same time. We booked this to celebrate my budding fisherman son’s birthday and all the kids catch at least one fish. Eric did a great job of making sure they were getting the help they needed but also letting the kids do their own thing. The boat was immaculate and well-equipped. He also was great at communicating about the trip including providing some flexibility about start time due to a potentially rainy forecast. Definitely recommend, 10/10!
I’ve chartered several captains/boats, and this was among my FAV!
Eric and his first mate were wonderful. We had children with us and they really took the time to teach them and help them be involved. I told Eric I didn’t want to be coddled (he better let me bait my own hook!) and he delivered wonderfully. 😊 we came home with plenty of delicious catfish, some amazing coffee, and he loaded us up with some freebies too. It was a beautiful day on the Bay. His location/boat/dock are all very nice, high quality, well taken care of and maintained. If I ever come back to this area, I will jump at another chance to book with Eric. Thank you both! 🙏
Amazing fishing trip well worth the drive from Toronto
My friend and I found Eric's charter via social media and decided to book a trip with my husband and four year old boy, driving down from Toronto. I had an initial chat with Eric after texting him and I found him responsive via both phone and text. I explained my party, situation and some of the interests and experience levels of my group and Eric was able to make recommendations for me. Payment and tips were online and very easy to manage. Eric and Ted were wonderful with fishers and shooting enthusiasts with different experience levels, knows good spots well and really was great with my son. We caught a lot of catfish which was seasonal during our trip and we got to try skeet products we haven't seen on the market where we live. They were also very safety oriented, which we appreciated. We had a great time shooting and fishing! Seeing our interest in the local history, Eric also gave us a bit of a tour to see the Francis Ascott Key Buoy, as well as local curiosities such as the bridge that was hit by the freight boat. Ted is quite a history buff. Eric was a great cook and we had great local food and sauces. Thank you, Eric and Ted, for a brilliant day!
Great captain with a nice boat and super efficient setup
Captain Eric is very knowledgable and helpful. He had us on fish right away, and showed us how to catch them. We caught our limit in the first half hour-hour, even after throwing back some that were too large or too small. Eric then gave us a tour of various spots on the bay, identifying birds and seeing local sites. We stopped here and there to learn additional fishing techniques, and ended up catching a bunch of nice sized perch in addition to our limit of rockfish. Eric's setup is just about perfect. There's a nice bathroom available in his garage before getting on the boat, a small bathroom on the boat (none of us needed to use it), and when we got back he filleted the fish at a well-kept station right on his dock and then bagged and vacuum sealed the filets. Great service all around.
What an experience and what great memories for my boys!
We had an amazing experience with Stella Charters! I took my two boys out for a family fishing trip, and it was one of the highlights of our Summer trip to the US (we live in Singapore). Captain Eric was awesome...friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient with my kids, making sure they were involved and having fun the entire time. He worked hard to keep us on fish, and we had great action throughout the trip. The boat was one of the best I've ever been on. It was perfectly clean, comfortable, and super high-tech, making it a great choice for families and maximizing our catch rate...never caught so many fish in my life and we hit our limit within 15 mins! What impressed us most was how much the Captain genuinely cared about giving us a memorable experience. If you're looking for a fun, family-friendly fishing charter with an experienced captain who knows where the fish are, I highly recommend Stella Charters. We can't wait to come back!
A Father’s Day To Remember
I could write a short story about this father/son duo, but I will try to keep it to key moments. First, booking was easy and communication was prompt before the trip. Originally myself, my boyfriend, and his 15 year old son had a 1PM reservation, but Eric reached out to me a ciuple of days before the trip to let me know the afternoon fishing hadn’t been as successful and suggested we did 7AM. Boy are we glad we did! We caught a fish pretty early on, and then just nibbles for a couple of hours. This gave us a chance to check out the bay and learn about some historical sights, see some floating lighouses, and just enjoy the ride! After the obviously well-connected Eric received a call from another captain, we changed locations again and that’s when the magic happened! It was the last leg of the trip and Eric was DETERMINED to get Beto his Father’s Day fish. Well, one turned into 3 within a short 10-20 minutes! Once we got back and off the boat, we were greeted by Navy (Eric and Drew’s adorable golden retriever) and gave butt scratches while Eric fileted and packed the fish for us. This friendly, knowledgeable, and entaining duo will have our business and recommendations for many years to come! Thanks guys! -Tara, Beto, and Eli
First Bay Fishing Trip
My great niece, who loves to fish, came in from Chicago, and we scheduled a trip with Eric. Due to extreme heat, Eric let us reschedule our 1pm trip to 6am. We easily caught fish...Eric's boat, equipment and knowledge were the key to our successful haul. He offered to go to another site for bottom fishing or stop for breakfast. Food won out and he took us to Hard Yacht Cafe. Upon getting back to his pier, he cleaned and packed our fish and we enjoyed meeting (needy) Navy, Eric's dog. We had a great trip - our niece loved it all!! We'll be back...thanks, Eric
Fun first time fishing!
A great experience from start to finish. Great communication leading up to our trip. It didnt matter that we had zero experience—they made it easy for us and were super nice. We caught our quota of rockfish and then did some catch and release. Got to see some bald eagles and herons too. We came home with a cooler full of fish ready to bake and even a free t-shirt for the birthday boy. And we got to meet Capt. Eric’s sweet dog Navy. Highly recommend for families!
Great birthday gift!
We booked a charter for my son’s 9th birthday with some of his best friends. The boys had a great time, but the dads might have had even more fun 🤣 The crew and the boat were awesome, and they were really great with the kids. Highly recommend for a really unique birthday experience.
First of many more!
This was our first trip as a family on the bay going for strippers. We had 2 kids under 12 and the captain put us right in the fish. Made our experience first class and very comfortable for a family of 4. Caught our limit and will definitely book again soon.
Hidden Treasure
What started as a fishing trip turned into a memory my grandson and I will carry forever. On his first fishing trip, he caught his first fish- and together we landed over 10 rockfish The father and son charter team was truly a hidden treasure: professional, patient, and fully committed to making sure our trip was not only productive, but unforgettable. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a first-class charter experience.
An Amazing Experience
I gotta say, it was a good day. We had great weather, the boat was in fantastic shape & Erich and Drew were the ideal crew for an outing like this. We didn't have the best luck catching fish (we got 2 nice catches and 2 to toss back) but all in all, you couldn't ask for a better experience than with these two. They are very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. You can't ask for more than that. Thanks again guys.
Last updated: November 6, 2026
Boat Tour Reviews
5.0 stars from boat tour guests — dinner cruises, bird watching & more
The best!
We booked captain Eric for our annual girls trip weekend. Everything was perfect from start to finish. We explored the bay and had a great dinner, at the Captain’s recommend restaurant. Capstan Eric asked if we would be interested in fishing. We are all woman who have never fished before, so we didn’t know what to expect! Eric took us to a well known spot and helped us reel in large rock fish (one over 28 inches)! It was so much fun. Eric made us feel safe, comfortable, and made sure we experienced the bay in its fullest! His boat was so comfortable, the cleanest bathroom, and well equipped with everything you needed. He was professional, knowledgeable and very competent! I would highly recommend this charter for a day on the bay for fishing or just cruising and sightseeing!!
Last updated: November 6, 2026
Google Reviews
5.0 stars from guests who found us on Google
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