Meet Captain Wayne Alexander

Captain Wayne Alexander has been exploring the waters around Destin and Niceville since 1973, when his family first moved to Eglin Air Force Base. Growing up on Choctawhatchee Bay sparked a lifelong devotion to the Gulf Coast’s fisheries, and he has owned boats continually since 2003. That depth of local experience makes him the ideal guide for fishing charters near Destin, launching from Niceville and reaching both inshore bay flats and offshore reef systems with ease.

Before earning his U.S. Coast Guard captain’s license, Wayne spent 35 years as a professional chef. The skills he honed in restaurant kitchens now benefit guests who want to enjoy their catch at home. Whether you bring back redfish from the bay or snapper from a deep sea fishing trip, the captain gladly shares preparation tips and flavor-pairing suggestions—or points you to local eateries happy to cook your fillets.

Wayne’s guiding style centers on clear instruction and respect for the marine environment. From knot-tying tutorials to discussions about seasonal migrations, he tailors each outing to match the group’s experience level. Families appreciate his patience with younger anglers, and seasoned fishers value his nuanced tactics for bottom fishing and trolling. Conservation-minded, he follows size and bag limits closely and promotes proper handling to keep Gulf Coast fish populations healthy.

The platform for every trip is a well-appointed 26-foot NauticStar center console powered by twin 150-horsepower Yamaha outboards. Licensed for up to four guests, the vessel carries dual bait tanks, a roomy ice box, a freshwater rinse, and a private head—features that enhance comfort on both near-shore hunts and full-day deep sea runs. Its efficient hull design shortens travel time from Niceville to productive Gulf structure, ensuring more lines in the water and fewer minutes spent under way.