Choosing the right Destin Florida Boat Charter

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How to choose the right Destin Florida Boat Charter.

When choosing the right Destin Florida Fishing boat charter, safety should be just as important as the catch! DON’T be “reeled” in by ‘cheap, but unlicensed’ charter boats. Unfortunately, they DO exist. Here are a few tips to guide you when looking for a SAFE fishing guide- WHEREVER you are!

  1. Are they licensed? www.panhandlefishingcharters.com
  2. Do they comply with all FWC rules and regulations? https://myfwc.com/
  3. Are they certified in CPR and other pertinent life saving measures?
  4. Have they been in the area for any extended amount of time?
  5. Do they have a record of fines from non-compliance?

8 charter boats in Destin stopped by Coast Guard for illegal operations

By special to Gatehouse Media FloridaPosted Jul 26, 2019 at 10:19 AM 
Updated Jul 26, 2019 at 11:13 AM

https://www.newsbreakapp.com/n/0MQOrBsR?pd=01vg6zZS&s=i3

  • not having a valid certificate of inspection
  • not having a credentialed mariner in control while operating a small passenger vessel
  • failure to have a valid stability letter
  • failure to be enrolled in a drug consortium.

DESTIN — The Coast Guard terminated the voyages of eight charter vessels operating illegally during boardings that took place this year from July 17 to July 22, according to a press release.

The eight vessels were operating outside the regulations set forth by the Vessel Passenger Safety Act, the press release said.

The following violations occurred during boardings of the eight vessels:

  • not having a valid certificate of inspection
  • not having a credentialed mariner in control while operating a small passenger vessel
  • failure to have a valid stability letter
  • failure to be enrolled in a drug consortium.

Along with these violations, one operator was found to be boating under the influence and arrested, the press release said.

Choosing the right Destin Florida Boat Charter can be difficult. Make sure your experience is a fun and safe one by doing a little homework! Then hop on a boat and have the time of your life!

For more FAQ on charter fishing in Destin, click on the link provided here: https://www.destinfloridaboatcharters.com/faq/

Panhandle Fishing Charters is here to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have. Contact us anytime @ https://www.destinfloridaboatcharters.com/contactpfc/

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