FAQs
What is included and what can I bring on the boat?
The trip includes fishing gear, bait, fishing license, ice, and fish cleaning service. Customers may bring personal items such as sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and cameras on the boat. Customers are responsible for bringing their own food and beverages in a cooler. Feel free to reach out for more details or specific requirements.
When do I check-in for my charter?
We require charter guests to arrive 15-20 minutes before the scheduled departure time. You will meet the Captain and mate directly behind the boat. They will get you checked-in and loaded on the boat.
Tips for the captain and/or mate
Tips for the captain and/or mate are appreciated for good service. (20% is customary).
When does fishing the time start?
Fishing times are from the time we leave the dock till the time we return back to the dock.
Weather Related Cancellations
It is solely up to the Captain’s decision as to whether it is safe enough to depart. Weather reports do change frequently and the Captain always checks the weather frequently. If weather conditions look questionable your Captain will attempt to call you prior to your trip to advise you of the weather conditions. The Captain will brief the party and make the determination to proceed, cancel, or if possible, reschedule the trip for you. If the decision to cancel is made by the captain due to weather or any other safety concerns the deposit will be refunded in full, however, if the party, after being briefed on the weather and sea conditions, decides to continue with the charter and after the boat leaves the dock, all refunds if any will be at the discretions of the captain.
NO SHOWS FOR CHARTERS WILL BE CHARGED THE FULL PRICES OF THE CHARTER TO YOUR CREDIT CARD.
We stand-by a 45 minute “NO SHOW” policy which states that if you are more than 45 minutes late for your charter and do not call the captain it is considered a NO SHOW and you will be charged for the full trip amount. If you call to say you are running late that is no problem but remember that your charter time starts at the stated departure time.
DISCLAIMER
If your Charter is canceled due to weather or for an unforeseen reason, Side Kick Charters is not responsible for any fees incurred for your accommodations or other travel related expenses.