Captain Zachs Fishing Charter in Savannah

Fishing Charter with Zachary Holick – Rates & Booking

Captain Zachary Holick of Captain Zach's Fishing Charter on Saturday February offers an excellent 4-hour inshore fishing trip that's perfect for targeting Black Drum and other local species. Our Savannah fishing charters are equipped with all the necessary gear, tackle, and licenses to get you on fish quickly. We specialize in bottom fishing, trolling, and live bait techniques that are particularly effective for Black Drum in the waters around Tybee Island and Wilmington Island. Captain Zach's local knowledge ensures you'll be fishing the most productive spots based on current conditions and seasonal patterns. Whether you're a beginner or experienced angler, our personalized approach accommodates all skill levels.

Highlights of this Fishing Charter

This winter Black Drum trip showcased the excellent inshore fishing Savannah has to offer. We found success using bottom fishing techniques in prime Black Drum hotspots, with the crew landing multiple fish in the 14-16 inch range. The partly cloudy weather created ideal conditions, allowing us to effectively target these hard-fighting fish that put up an impressive battle on appropriate tackle.

What makes our Savannah fishing charters stand out is our ability to adapt techniques throughout the day. We mixed in trolling and live bait fishing to keep the action constant and target multiple species. The versatility of our approach ensures that even when conditions change, we can still provide a productive and enjoyable fishing experience.

Local Species Insights: Black Drum

Black Drum are one of Savannah's premier inshore gamefish, particularly during winter months when they school up in predictable areas. These powerful members of the drum family have distinctive chin barbels and strong, crushing teeth designed for feeding on shellfish and crustaceans. In Savannah waters, we typically target them around structured areas like bridge pilings, oyster beds, and channel edges where they gather to feed.

The most effective technique for Savannah Black Drum is bottom fishing with fresh cut bait or live shrimp. Their strong jaws and powerful runs make them an exciting catch on light to medium tackle. Black Drum in the 14-16 inch range are considered excellent eating size, offering sweet, white meat similar to but milder than their red drum cousins. For anglers visiting Savannah looking for a reliable winter target species that offers both good action and table fare, Black Drum are hard to beat.

Plan Your Fishing Charter Day

Our Savannah fishing charters typically depart early morning from convenient locations near Tybee Island and Wilmington Island. The 4-hour trip provides ample fishing time while still leaving part of your day free for other activities. Our boat comfortably accommodates small groups and is equipped with quality rods, reels, tackle, bait, and safety equipment. We recommend bringing sun protection, comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather, and a camera to document your catch. Light snacks and bottled water are welcome aboard. For those interested in keeping their catch, we're happy to clean and prepare your Black Drum for the dinner table, as they make excellent eating when prepared properly.