Trips they run
- Full dayLonger trip. Ask the captain how long
- Half dayShorter trip. Ask the captain how long
- OffshoreUsually farther from shore than bay trips
The boat
Federal charter permits
NOAA Fisheries lists the vessel New Beginning, hailing from Panama City, with these current permits:
- Gulf Coastal Migratory Pelagics CharterValid through April 2027
- Gulf Reef Fish Charter/HeadboatValid through April 2027
Because this boat holds the Gulf reef fish charter permit, the federal season applies aboard for red snapper, gag grouper and amberjack, even inside state waters.
From NOAA Fisheries Southeast permit records, checked Sep 2026, matched to this charter by the vessel's name. Permit names are NOAA's own.
What they fish for
Vermilion snapper
Triggerfish
Amberjack
Wahoo
Shark
Mahi-mahi
Tuna
Marlin
Red snapper
Red grouper- Scamp
Snowy grouper
Yellowedge grouper
Tilefish
Gag grouper
Taken from what the charter lists on its own website, so it may not be every fish they catch. Ask the captain about anything you're hoping to target. Tap a fish for its season and limits.
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 pcbfishingcharter.com in Sep 2026. Details can change, so confirm with the captain before booking. Is this your charter? Confirm or correct it.