Half Day West Palm Beach Kid Friendly Family Fishing
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Halfday offshore fishing charter designed for families with childrenProfessional crew provides all equipment, licenses, and fish cleaning servicesCustom 38foot vessel accommodates up to six passengers safely
Looking for a fishing trip that works for the whole family? Gin Clear Fishing Charters has you covered with their top-rated half-day offshore adventure designed specifically for families with kids. This West Palm Beach charter runs morning and afternoon trips, giving you flexibility to fit fishing into your vacation schedule. With space for up to six passengers, it's perfect for multi-generational groups where grandparents, parents, and kids can all get in on the action. The crew knows how to keep younger anglers engaged while still putting everyone on fish, making this a customer favorite for families visiting South Florida.
Your family fishing adventure starts at the dock where Captain and mate will get everyone set up with the right gear for their size and skill level. The 38-foot custom vessel provides plenty of room for kids to move around safely while still being manageable enough to fish effectively. Once you clear the inlet, you'll head offshore to target species that are both exciting to catch and forgiving for beginners. The crew focuses on techniques that give kids the best shot at success – think drop shots for amberjack and trolling for mahi where the fish practically hook themselves. Everything's included from your Florida fishing license to professional-grade tackle, so you just show up ready to fish. The stable platform makes it easy for smaller anglers to fight fish without getting overwhelmed, and the crew handles all the heavy lifting when it comes to netting and boat handling.
The beauty of this family-friendly approach is how the crew adapts their fishing methods to match your group's experience level. For kids and beginners, they'll set up lighter tackle that's easier to handle but still has enough backbone for the target species. Trolling is a big part of the program since it keeps multiple lines in the water and gives everyone a chance to rotate through when fish hit. The crew runs a spread of ballyhoo, cedar plugs, and diving plugs to cover different depths and attract various species. When they find structure or schools of baitfish, they'll switch to live bait fishing or jigging to target amberjack and other bottom dwellers. The professional-grade Penn and Shimano reels are sized appropriately, so even younger anglers can work the drag system without getting spooled. All rods are rigged with circle hooks for safer hooksets, and the crew coaches everyone through proper fighting techniques to maximize success rates.
Blackfin Tuna are one of the most reliable targets on these half-day trips, especially during the cooler months from November through April. These scrappy fighters typically run 10-20 pounds, making them perfect for kids who want to experience the power of a pelagic species without getting completely worn out. They school up around structure and respond well to small trolled baits and chunk baits. What makes blackfins so exciting for families is their willingness to bite and their spectacular runs – kids love watching the line scream off the reel during that first burst.
Mahi Mahi, or dolphinfish as locals call them, are the crown jewel of family fishing trips in West Palm Beach waters. These colorful fighters show up year-round but peak during spring and summer months when they follow the weedlines and current edges. Ranging from school-sized fish around 5-10 pounds up to bull dolphins exceeding 30 pounds, there's usually something for every angler in the group. Mahi are notorious for traveling in schools, so when you find one, you often find several. Their aerial displays and brilliant gold-green coloration make them a hit with younger anglers who get just as excited about seeing the fish as catching them.
Greater Amberjack provide the muscle on these trips, with fish commonly ranging from 20-50 pounds in local waters. These bottom dwellers are most active during fall and winter months when they congregate around reefs and wrecks. Amberjack are perfect for teaching kids about structure fishing and how different species relate to specific habitat types. They're also excellent eating when properly prepared, giving families a chance to take home a quality meal. The crew targets them with live bait and heavy jigs, often letting smaller anglers tag-team larger fish to share the experience.
Wahoo represent the speed demons of the offshore world, capable of reaching speeds over 60 mph and making blistering runs that test equipment and angler skills alike. In West Palm Beach, wahoo fishing peaks during winter months when these torpedo-shaped predators follow bait schools along the reef line. Most fish range from 15-40 pounds, though larger specimens are always possible. Kids love the initial strike and screaming run, though parents often need to help with the longer fights. The crew targets wahoo with high-speed trolling using wire leaders and diving plugs.
Great Barracuda round out the target species list and provide non-stop action year-round in South Florida waters. These toothy predators are abundant around reefs and wrecks, making them reliable targets when other species are being finicky. Ranging from 5-25 pounds locally, barracuda are perfect for keeping kids engaged with their aggressive strikes and acrobatic fights. They're also excellent for teaching proper fish handling techniques since their sharp teeth require respect and attention. The crew targets them with both live bait and artificial lures, often using them as a backup plan when offshore conditions limit access to other species.
This world-class family fishing experience books up quickly, especially during peak season when visiting families are looking for activities that work for all ages. The combination of kid-friendly crew, appropriate tackle, and productive fishing grounds makes this a trending choice for multi-generational groups. With morning and afternoon departure times available daily, you can easily work this adventure into your West Palm Beach vacation plans. The crew's commitment to safety and education ensures everyone learns something while having a blast on the water. Don't forget that gratuity for the captain and mate is customary for quality service – they work hard to
The Gin Clear delivers serious fishing action just minutes from West Palm Beach's coast. This 38-foot custom Smith express cuts through the water with ease, bringing families to productive offshore spots where kids can reel in their first catch. The wide cockpit gives everyone room to move around during multiple hookups, while shaded seating keeps the crew comfortable between bites. When the fish are running, drop the EZ2CY enclosures for full sun and wind access. The onboard fish finder pinpoints schools below while GPS keeps you on the hottest spots. An icebox keeps your drinks cold and catch fresh, plus there's a head onboard for convenience. Built for stability and smooth rides, this boat handles West Palm's waters perfectly whether you're chasing snappers, groupers, or whatever's biting offshore. Your captain and mate handle all the details from rigging lines to cleaning your catch dockside.
Thunnus AtlanticusBlackfin tuna are the smallest in the tuna family, typically running 15-30 pounds around West Palm Beach. These scrappy fighters love our warm Gulf Stream waters and hang around weed lines and current breaks. You'll find them most active during fall, winter, and spring when water temps stay above 68°F. What makes them special is their incredible speed and stamina - they'll test your drag and put up a serious fight pound-for-pound. The meat is fantastic too, with a rich flavor that's perfect for sashimi or searing. They school with skipjacks, so when you find one, there's usually more. Pro tip: scale down to lighter leaders and smaller hooks - these fish have sharp eyes and will spook from heavy tackle. A #30 fluorocarbon leader with 5/0 circle hooks works best.
Sphyraena BarracudaGreat barracuda are the silver bullets of the reef, ranging from 3-6 feet long with incredible speed and attitude. They patrol shallow reefs, grass flats, and structure in 10-40 feet, hunting by sight with those razor teeth. Year-round fishing is good, but they're most active during warmer months when baitfish are thick. Guests love the visual strikes and powerful runs - these fish hit hard and fight dirty. While not the best eating due to potential toxins, they're pure sport and excitement. They're curious fish that will follow lures and often strike without warning. Look for them around coral heads and wrecks where they ambush prey. Key tip: use a wire leader and keep shiny lures moving fast - barracuda are attracted to flash and motion. When one follows your bait, speed up rather than slow down to trigger that explosive strike.
Seriola dumeriliGreater amberjacks are the bulldogs of the reef, averaging 30-50 pounds with some reaching over 100. These powerful fish live around structure - wrecks, reefs, and ledges in 60-200 feet of water. Spring is prime time when they're most active and aggressive. What guests love is the raw power - amberjacks will pull straight down to the bottom and test every ounce of your tackle. They're great eating too, with firm white meat that's perfect grilled or blackened. These fish are curious and will often follow baits up from the depths. We target them with heavy tackle, live bait, and large jigs worked vertically over structure. The trick is getting them away from the reef quickly once hooked - they'll try to cut you off every time. Keep steady pressure and pump them up before they can get back to their holes.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi mahi are one of our most popular targets, averaging 15-29 pounds with that stunning golden color and amazing aerial show when hooked. They love floating debris, weed lines, and current edges where baitfish gather. Best action happens spring through fall when they're migrating through our waters. These fish are pure excitement - they jump, run, and change colors like a light show. Plus, the meat is top-notch with that sweet, firm white flesh everyone loves. You'll often find them in small schools under floating objects or following dolphins. They're aggressive feeders that hit trolled ballyhoo, live bait, and jigs. Here's the key: when you hook one, keep the boat moving and get a second line out quickly - where there's one mahi, there's usually more hanging around the same area.
Acanthocybium SolandriWahoo are the speed demons of the deep, reaching up to 60 mph with their torpedo-shaped bodies. These 20-60 pound rockets patrol the blue water and drop-offs, especially during our cooler months from November through March. What makes them special is that blistering initial run - nothing hits a trolled bait faster or takes more line quicker. The meat is premium quality, white and flaky with a delicate flavor that's perfect for fish tacos. They're solitary hunters that cruise open water looking for baitfish near current edges and temperature breaks. We target them high-speed trolling with wire leaders - their razor teeth will cut through anything else. Best tip: when you get a wahoo bite, don't try to stop that first run. Let them go and use the drag to tire them out, because fighting their speed head-on usually means a broken line.
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