Perfect day, perfect boat, perfect captain, and lifetime memories for the kids!…read moreWe recently arranged a hybrid fishing/boating trip with Captain Pat for our 2 families with children, and our experience was nothing short of amazing! We will definitely make this an annual excursion going forward. For starters, I have fished with Captain Pat for years. He is an incredible fisherman who consistently catches fish. If they are out there swimming, he'll know where to find them and how to get you hooked up. His boat and fishing equipment are top-notch and impeccably maintained, and Pat has decades of experience and local knowledge. This particular trip was different than my usual fishing trip, however. Instead of flying kites for sails, deep dropping for swords, or high-speeding for wahoo, I was taking my wife and two young children, along with some close family friends and their three kids for a day of boating and fun. Most of the passengers onboard had limited to no boating or fishing experience. Loading the boat with fish was secondary to everyone just having a great (and safe) day on the water. From the moment I booked Pat, I knew he was the right person for the job. Pat offered to pick us up dockside from our VRBO in Pompano Beach, eliminating the hassle of having to pack up 2 families and drive somewhere to get to the boat. Everyone was prepped and excited for the day ahead. Pat takes boating safety very seriously, which is one of the reasons why he is among the few people I trust with our families. Before leaving the dock, he stopped to make sure all the kids had the correct life jacket and were properly buckled in, and off we went. A short ICW cruise brought us to Hillsboro Inlet, and we were met with flat conditions and nice weather. So far, so good. Knowing that our primary focus was on our children, Pat decided that the best game plan for the day was to stay inshore and chum up the resident reef fish for a few hours. It was the right call. The action was pretty much non-stop! From snappers, to blue runners, to grunts, jacks, parrotfish, filefish, and everything in between, we saw enough variety to start our own aquarium. Everyone on the boat had a crack at as many fish as they wanted to catch, and we all brought home memories of first-ever catches and exactly the type of adventure that can spark a lifelong love of the water and fishing. We capped off the day wish a fresh dip in the ocean before heading home. On the cruise back, Pat indulged the kids by patiently letting them quiz him about every button on the dash, check out the tower, and pretend to be pirates. Everyone had a fantastic experience. The trip was the highlight of our entire vacation, and weeks later the kids are still asking us when we can go fishing again with their favorite captain, Captain Pat of the Weekley Rehab. There are many charter boat options and captains in the area. I stand by the fact that Pat is among the best fisherman around here. If you go with Pat, you can trust that you are in great hands and will very likely catch fish. But beyond that, very few captains have the patience, personality, or versatility to have custom-tailored such an exceptional family day on the water. We highly recommend him!

Always an incredible time on the boat with Pat as our captain, whether a cruise down the inter…read morecoastal or a trip to the Bahamas. He always makes sure that the boat is prepped for everything we will need to just cruise or go fishing. Will teach you everything there is to know about being a pro fisherman/woman. I definitely recommend going out to sea with this guy as he knows the water like the back of his hand! And he even knows the good spots for lobsters!!

Absolutely awesome experience and the highlight of our drive down the coast. My husband read the…read morereviews online and booked us for a morning run out. We arrived around 7:30-7:45am and were on the water by 8am. We spent about 2 1/2 hours rolling to some of the spots they knew well. A couple of kingfish and a few others (don't ask me I'm just there to catch them all). The entire morning was relaxing, fun and filled with great conversation. The Captain Jeff pulled out the kite and I have to say this has been on my bucket list for a long time. I've always wanted to see it done live and in person. What an amazing experience. I was able to catch a couple of great fish as they put the kite out. But unfortunately for us we had to pull it back in about 20 minutes in due to a storm rolling in super fast. I plan on doing this again though I would love a catch and release for a sailfish. Dave was amazing and kept us going non stop and gave us breaks when needed. He was just awesome and fun to chat with. My husband was a good sport (seeing as my fish were bigger and better eating than his) and that made the trip for me! :) 4 hours was awesome but next time I'll try to book a couple of days maybe a morning and then a different afternoon. So much fun!! I can't wait to come back. The awesome thing is the guys recommended we filet one of the fish up to take up the dock to a restaurant that would cook it right up for us. So that is exactly what we did...you can't get any fresher than that...what an awesome recommendation!

It was a good trip even if the catch was minimal. Captain…read moreJeff took time to teach us different fishing techniques. Hoping for better weather and better luck.

Capt. John and Tyler provided us with a great day of fishing! The boat was very spacious, and the…read moreequipment was well maintained. We caught a variety of fish which made our day memorable. ...We are planning to charter with them again!!

We had a great 6 hour charter! It was fun and Tyler was great! Tyler was quick to spot the fish in…read morethe water and gave us an amazing experience. Would 100% recommend Benny's fishing charters. We can't wait to book our next trip!!

My brother in laws and I spent the morning with captain Tyler we listened to his instructions on…read morewhat to do and what to avoid. The seas were kicking a bit but when my brother landed his sailfish,I lost mine both hit one after the other we were gung ho intent on riding it out. We had plenty of action we did lose some while trying to reel them in. We finally were able to land a 'cuda and a nice kingfish. All in all we enjoyed our trip even with the bumpiness , we had a good time and we'd go out with them in a heartbeat.

Alexandra's first fishing trip was a big success!!! There was adventure, music, pelican sightings,…read moreand near miss on the big one! Still we reeled in some nice keepers. Junior is great. Chris steered us ably. We made it home and now we're having our fish cooked up for us at Fish Shack. Doesn't get any fresher!!! Nice boat. Good gear and expertise. Helpful and accommodating including with a younger adventurer.

Today's view of the beach. If you decide to still go to the beach make sure not to lay next to the…read moreseaweeds. There's these little microscopic mosquitoes called sand flies which you will not be able to see with the naked eye. But later at home you will think you have the measles wondering where all the itching and semi red rash on your body came from. It actually sucks. So be careful.

North Ocean Park is a 2 acre beach park that was dedicated in 1983. It is away from the main beach…read morearea near the pier and is closer to the Hillsboro Lighthouse so you don't have the crowds you get down by the Fishing Village . I didn't see a pay meter, it looked like free parking at the park. North Ocean Park has beach access, a shower, pavilion shelters, picnic areas, grills, benches, and even a restroom. Everything you need is here so that you can have a great beach day. On the day I visited the Living Water Surf School was set up on the beach with their surf boards and kiteboards. It was a really windy day so it was fun to watch the kiteboarders zip past. Some of them were getting yanked up high in the air. The beach has a great view of the lighthouse, a wide soft sandy beach, and gently waves. When you want a more secluded beach experience, this is the park to turn to.

I have visited Deerfield Island Park twice since it reopened earlier this summer. It is a Broward…read morecounty park and free to visit. There were a lot of upgrades made. The paths are well marked and wide. There are benches along the paths. There are picnic tables and water fountains on the island. The trails are appropriate for most abilities. The island is well shaded. There are a few butterfly statues which make for a nice photo op. You catch the shuttle boat at Sullivan Park, it runs on the hour between 10 and three Friday through Sunday. Parking is convenient ( and free) in the large lot. If you have children you could also visit Sullivan Park. Local lore has it that Al Capone buried some treasure here although it has never been found. You can see all the island in about an hour but could make a day of it with a picnic lunch.

Great! I was meditating when I walked on the wooden walkway thru the mangrove forest! It put me in…read moresuch a peaceful place-I'm definitely coming back real soon! Keep doing what you're doing! Thanks

I always go in this inlet and head straight for the lighthouse :). Amazing. I sometimes bring my…read moredog hahah

This little park is so serene. With views of the intracoastal, the inlet, the ocean, lighthouse and…read morenature it's wonderful. You can see lots of fish in the water. I even saw a nurse shark and a sea turtle. There's benches to sit on and a playground for the kids or kids at heart. Many people enjoy this as a walking destination with or without dogs. People are friendly and say hello. You may even strike up a conversation while there. Fishing is not allowed here.