Trips they run
- OffshoreUsually farther from shore than bay trips
- InshoreBay and back-water fishing
- Nearshore & reefUsually closer in than offshore trips
- FlatsShallow-water fishing
- Full dayLonger trip. Ask the captain how long
The boat
Federal charter permits
NOAA Fisheries lists the vessel Tailwalker, hailing from Duck Key, with these current permits:
- Atlantic Dolphin Wahoo Charter/HeadboatValid through July 2027
- South Atlantic Coastal Migratory Pelagic CharterValid through July 2027
- South Atlantic Snapper-Grouper Charter/HeadboatValid through July 2027
Because this boat holds the South Atlantic snapper-grouper charter permit, federal closures apply aboard in state waters too, such as the April closure for amberjack.
From NOAA Fisheries Southeast permit records, checked Sep 2026, matched to this charter by the vessel's name. Permit names are NOAA's own.
Good to ask when you call
- What will we likely catch in the month I'm going?
- How long is the trip, and what time do we leave?
- Is bait, tackle and a fishing license included?
- Can we keep and clean our catch?
- What's the cancellation policy if the weather turns?
Contact details and the trip, boat and fish listed here were checked against tailwalker.com in Sep 2026. Details can change, so confirm with the captain before booking. Is this your charter? Confirm or correct it.