What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida for the first time?

Ask the local bait shops questions if you want to gear up for your trip as they are so friendly and helpful or ask your charter captain questions to help you become a better fisherman while you are on the boat.

It’s fun being out there early in the morning but many people are fishing so the fish aren’t super active. Other than that, it’s great!

Fishing in April is hit or miss depending on the weather. If it's cold and rainy the fishing will be difficult

Lot of the “common fish are out of season but still plenty of others available

If you fish in April, be prepared for possible cooler temperatures and dress in layers.

Bring cold weather gear, especially for children, if the temperatures are in or blow the low 70’s. Boat ride wind gets real chilly, real fast.

Captin Brandon did an amazing job! Had a great time catching Red Fish! Will definitely come back and recommend to anyone! Had a blast!

We had a great trip with Captain Ryan. Came at the right time, the right place, caught a bunch of fish!Can't recommend him enough!

It was an extremely tough day of fishing. Captain and boat were excellent. I hope to return next year and take the same trip.

It was a great time and we know fishing is fishing but the little fish (I cannot remember what they were called) kept stealing our bait. They were a bit of a menace.

Listen to the local charter captains. They know the local waterways, conditions and patterns.