The new "Melinda Jean", now fishing out of beautiful Steinhatchee, Florida
About the Captain
Captain Bill Blair is a full time Driver/Operator/EMT for Gainesville Fire Rescue and has worked there since 1989. Bill has been fishing the Big Bend offshore area since 1999. He is a licensed and insured charter boat Captain and owns federal reef and pelagic permits. Bottom fishing for Grouper is the specialty of the "Fishin' Fireman" but other species such as snapper, cobia, king fish and assorted reef fish are also caught. He will make every effort to make sure you go home with a good mess of fish.
About the vessel
The new "Melinda Jean" is a 42' Provincial with a beam of over 13'. There is plenty of room in the huge shaded cockpit for 6 people to fish. The boat is equipped with air conditioning, a private head and all of the required safety equipment plus a GPS equipped EPIRB, life raft and redundant navigation and communications equipment.
2009 Rates
$1000 for up to 6 people
This rate is for a full day trip which is typically 9 hours dock to dock. Trip may be shorter if a Grouper limit is reached before the time is up.
What we provide
Bait, ice, tackle and fishing license is provided. You will need to bring your own food, drink, and sunscreen. Sunglasses and a hat are recommended.
What is not allowed
No GPS or cell phones. The Captain reserves the right to search all bags brought on the boat.
