BlogJuly 2020

Why Hire a Professional Fishing Guide

Why Hire a Professional Fishing Guide

By Jodi Davis

Jul 01, 2020

Planning a fishing trip is no easy feat. Hiring a local professional guide takes away a lot of the stress, and allows your crew to learn some new techniques, all while having a blast fishing!

Here are the top three reasons to help you consider why hiring a local fishing guide is better than going out on your own:

No Experience Required

When you hire a local guide, your angling skill level is not a factor. Whether you’re on the water every weekend, or you can’t tell the difference between a spinning reel and a baitcaster, a professional fishing guide will be able to accommodate you and your group. Local guides enjoy spending time with experienced anglers talking shop, as well as novice anglers who may be willing to learn something new.

Learn Something New

Speaking of learning something new, most fishing guides are eager to give anglers advice on all things fishing. How to hold a rod for example, how to properly hold a certain fish, or when to use live bait instead of artificials. Some guides enjoy educating their customers about the local wildlife as well. If you’re taking a charter while on vacation, you can ask about certain landmarks or spotted wildlife and they’ll likely have a story to share. We have no doubt that you’ll learn something new on your trip, either about fishing or the location.

More Fun!

And lastly, it’s simply more fun when you hire a local charter. You don’t have the stress involved when going out on your own, and you can enjoy the results without putting in any of the prep work. You can leave that up to your captain. You’re doing what you love to do most: fishing and spending time with friends and family. The fun doesn’t stop at the dock either. Many charter captains will even clean your catch for you, so you and your group can plan on a fresh fish cookout.

Choosing to hire a local professional fishing guide for your next trip means that you get to enjoy the rewards of your fishing trip, without having to worry about the stress and preparation. Let FishAnywhere help your group find the best guide in the area; book your fishing trip today and get ready for a fun day of fishing!

Jodi Davis
Jodi Davis
Jodi Davis has been part of the FishAnywhere.com family since the beginning. She’s a Florida native who has grown up enjoying the ample nearby water opportunities, including swimming, fishing, and boating. Jodi currently serves as Operations Manager for the FishAnywhere.com team, and enjoys writing when the opportunity arises. In her free time, you can usually find Jodi on the back porch with a book in her hand when she’s not spending time with her husband and three children.