Info & Questions
Frequently questions and information for your fishing trip: what to bring, what to wear, and important safety reminders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included?
Epic Tails supplies everything you need for your fishing trip.
- United States Coast Guard Licensed Captain with over 25 years of fishing experience in the Tampa Bay area.
- Fishing licenses for all anglers
- Fishing rods and reels
- Bait, Lures, Tackle
- Cleaning your fish
- Cooler with ice for you to use for your drinks and snacks
- Private charter – Customizable
What to bring?
- Drinks and Snacks
- Sunscreen (non-aerosol)
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Appropriate clothing: Dress according to the weather on the day of your trip. Lightweight, light-colored long-sleeve shirts are suggested to help protect from the sun.
What if I am new to fishing?
What kind of boat?
Our new custom 2024 Shoalwater 23 Cat, is powered by a Mercury ProXS 200 four-stroke motor. The large front casting platform and rear deck provide ample room for 4-6 anglers to fish comfortably. Drafting only 8 inches, the Shoalwater Cat is capable of navigating the shallow waters along the Nature Coast of Florida and the chop of the bays in the Tampa Bay area. The vessel has large live wells, state-of-the-art electronics, first aid, trauma kits, and all safety equipment required by law and the USCG, and the U.S. Coast Guard is inspected annually. Our boat is serviced and maintained regularly so you’re always safe while out on the waters. Captain Chris obeys all state laws and regulations as safety is a priority.
Where and when do we meet?
We use three dock locations. The captain will determine which location and time depending on your specific trip. (Directions below)
- Rober J. Strickland Memorial Park
- Hernando Beach boat ramp
- Anclote River boat ramp
Deposit & cancelation policy
- A deposit of $100 per day is required when booking.
- Once your deposit is received any other inquiries for that date or time are denied. We cannot hold a specific day unless a deposit has been received.
- No-Show-No-Call = will forfeit your deposit and or paid trip.
- The remaining balance must be paid in full to the captain at the time of your arrival.
- We accept cash, Venmo, and credit cards.
- Bookings made within 24 hours of charter start time are non-refundable or transferable unless the Captain cancels the trip for weather or mechanical issues.
- 8 am charters must be canceled before 8 am the day before the charter for it to be counted as 24 hours.
- The captain may cancel the Fishing Charter for weather or mechanical issues at any time. You will be rescheduled or refunded if you are not able to reschedule.
- If you cancel last minute you leave a captain onshore without someone to go fishing with. Within the 24-hour window, they likely passed up the opportunity to take someone else. Let’s just go fishing.
What if the weather is bad?
Is there a bathroom?
What will we catch?
Do you tip the captain?
Gratuities are never expected but greatly appreciated. If the captain did a good job, made the trip enjoyable and you had a good time you might consider rewarding those efforts.
Dock Locations & Directions
For more information or have any questions call or text us!
