The Benefits of Sending Kids to Fishing Camp Now is the time to sign up your kids or grandkids for fishing camp! Camps are filling up fast – don’t wait. https://www.palmettokidsfishingcamps.com/#schedule In an era dominated by technology and indoor activities it has become increasingly important to provide children with opportunities to connect wi...

Why Take Your Family Fishing on Your Next Vacation It’s important that families spend more time together. A fishing trip is a great way to spend time with your family. Fishing can be a fun family-friendly activity. Here are five reasons why you should take your family fishing during your next vacation. 1. Enjoy the … Continue reading Why Take Your...

Why Fishing Charters Make Better Vacations Tired of looking for vacation options on land? A fishing charter vacation is the perfect solution for you.  Fishing charters are where you sail and fish on a boat with an experienced and commendable captain. You can enjoy a relaxing time on board. Choose a Myrtle Beach fishing charter … Continue reading W...

Why Women Should Go Charter Fishing Women have never been fishing. We don’t often see women go charter fishing. Were we taught fishing was only for men? It could be because women don’t want to take part in such a physically demanding activity. But times have changed and now women can also enjoy fishing. It … Continue reading Why Women Should Go Ch...

Morning surface water temperatures are in the upper 60s around Little River and the water quality is very bad after all the wind.   Some larger trout have been showing up at the top of the coast this week and Captain Buddy Love with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters (843-361-7445) reports that they have caught fish up to 24 inches.  The key … Contin...

Book Your Fishing Charter Vacation! Our culture in the United States is one that encourages self-improvement. The American Dream is about creating something from nothing about pulling yourself by your bootstraps to create the life you desire. In theory this is fine but it’s created a “workaholic epidemic” that has affected the entire country. A …...

Fishing Charter: Boat Safety Tips Chartering a boat and heading out to the open ocean is an exciting way to enjoy deep-sea fishing. A fishing charter lets you spend time with your family or friends and experience something new. It’s important to take safety precautions on the fishing charter in Myrtle Beach even though the … Continue reading Fishi...

Redfish Fishing Charters with Captain Smiley in Myrtle Beach Redfish also referred to as red drum is a popular game fish found in the coastal waters of Myrtle Beach South Carolina. These fish are known for their reddish-bronze color and a distinctive black spot near their tail. They could be as big as 50 inches … Continue reading Redfish Fishing C...

Family Friendly Fishing Myrtle Beach Part 2 A fishing trip with the family is a great activity. There are fishing charters for everyone whether you want to try your luck at catching some species inshore or something exotic out on the deep ocean. Deep-sea and inshore fishing are both great ways to discover the estuaries … Continue reading Family Fr...

Family Friendly Fishing Myrtle Beach Part 1 Looking for an exciting and fun activity to do with your family? Family Friendly Fishing is available in Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Beach in South Carolina offers a beautiful coastline with an abundance of fish for families to enjoy together. In Myrtle Beach there are many options for family-friendly … Continu...

Morning surface water temperatures are around 65 degrees around Little River. The Spanish mackerel fishing is on fire this week and Captain Buddy Love with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters (843-361-7445) reports that from the beaches out to about 5 miles offshore they are wearing them out. Fish are running up to 3-4 pounds and the … Continue readin...

Make Sure Your Charter Fishing Trip is Legal and Sustainable Offshore charter fishing is a great way to experience the outdoors. As with any business there are those who follow the rules and a few who do not. Properly licensed charter captains incur expenses related to permits safety gear and other operational costs. This ensures … Continue readin...

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BOOKING A FISHING CHARTER Spending some time fishing is the perfect way to round off a Myrtle Beach holiday. Booking a fishing charter is a great way to enjoy the water even if you are not an experienced fisherman. A fishing charter is a fun way to spend an hour or … Continue reading THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BOOKING A FISHIN...

Inshore fishing charters have been gaining popularity in recent years as more people discover the advantages of fishing close to shore. Inshore fishing charters offer many advantages over offshore charters including cost convenience and a higher chance of success. Benefits of inshore fishing charters  Cost One of the most significant advantages of...

Why it’s important to book a fishing trip in advance It is important to plan your fishing trip well in advance and prepare for it. Here are some reasons why booking ahead is just as important as fishing. Fishing is more important than working and we all know that. In an ideal world 90% of … Continue reading Why it’s important to book a fishing tri...

Morning surface water temperatures dropped drastically after this weekend’s rain and cold weather to about 60 degrees around Little River. When you can get out to the nearshore reefs the fishing is phenomenal right now and Captain Buddy Love with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters (843-361-7445) reports that 3-5 miles offshore there are tons of Spani...

Book Your Spring Break Fishing Trip Now – 843-361-7455 Part 2: Types of Fishing Charter We posted Part 1 a few days back discussing different types of fishing charter options. Here are some more: Nearshore fishing has the primary advantage of being close to the shore. It offers a four-hour half-day near the beach where … Continue reading Part 2: T...

Book Your Spring Break Fishing Trip Now – 843-361-7455. Part 1: Types of Fishing Charter Captain Smiley’s has various fishing charter options depending on your needs. Are you unsure what type of fishing you prefer? Contact us today to speak with one of our knowledgeable guides. Deep Sea Fishing Charter Do you want to experience … Continue reading...

Fishing Charters in Myrtle Beach SC Private fishing charters at Myrtle Beach SC include Inland to Backwater and Inshore Shark Fishing Inshore Offshore Gulf Stream and Deep Sea Fishing for a maximum of fifteen fishers per boat. Five offshore boats measuring between 26 and 42 feet are part of our Deep Sea Fishing Charter Boats. … Continue reading Fi...

Shark Fishing Myrtle Beach Myrtle Beach South Carolina is known for its pristine beaches endless activities and fantastic seafood. One activity that may not come to mind immediately when planning a trip to Myrtle Beach is shark fishing but it should. Shark fishing is an exhilarating and unique experience that can add excitement and adventure … Con...