POLICY AND RATES
BOWFISHING TRIP RATES:
$800 per trip MINIMUM
$200 per person with 4 person MINIMUM. Each airboat will accommodate up to 6 Shooters.
DAY FISHING TRIP RATES:
$800 per trip MINIMUM
The boat will hold 4 people comfortably
OVERNIGHT ACCOMODATIONS RATE:
$30 per person/per night
AIRBOAT SIGHTSEERS RATE:
$100 per person/per Trip
Just along for the ride! We have some people that want to come with their group but not bowfish or they may want to take an airboat ride through the marsh during the day. (AIRBOAT RIDES MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE and they have a 4 PERSON MINIMUM) *You MUST let us know at booking if you have anyone that is just coming along for the ride when bowfishing or they will be charged the $200 cost of the trip.
DEPOSITS: All Bowfishing and Day FishingTrips will require a $400 deposit to hold your Charter date. We accept all major credit cards. The Full Balance of the trip will be due at the end of the trip including any gratuities.
CREDIT CARDS: Any charges for trips and/or accommodations on a credit card will be charged and additional 3% fee of the total charged.
ROOM RESERVATIONS: We accept all major credit cards. There is a 14 day cancellation for your rooms. If you do not cancel and do not show on your reservation date then you will be charged the full amount of your room charges on the credit card on file plus the 3% credit card fee.
CANCELLATIONS FOR BOWFISHING and DAY FISHING TRIPS & ROOMS: You must cancel any Bowfishing Trip, Day Fishing Trip or Room Reservation before 14 days from your scheduled arrival date! If you fail to cancel or rebook your Trip or Room(s) then you will loose your Trip deposit and/or the Room charges. *If for any reason you fail to show up for your Trip or Rooms then you will be charged the Trip Deposit and/or Room charges. We will need time to rebook those dates if you are not coming.
WEATHER: The Captain can at anytime cancel or delay a trip based on current or predicted weather conditions for everyone’s safety. The Captain will make that call as needed. If you are informed about the weather and decide to take the trip anyway then you are required to pay full price for the trip even if you are rained out.
FISHING LICENSE: Louisiana Residents are required to have a State Fishing License $9.50 and a Salt Water Fishing License $5.50. These can be purchased here in Leeville but must be purchased before you depart on your trip.
If you are from Out of State then a 3 day Charter Fishing License can be purchased for $10.00.
FISH YOU MAY SEE & SHOOT: You will encounter the following fish while on your bowfishing adventure Redfish, Flounder, Alligator Gar, and Drum to name a few. You may see some Sting Rays and Porpoises but they are OFF-LIMITS. Day Fishing trips you will fish for all varieties of fish especially in the Gulf waters.
EQUIPMENT: All bowfishing equipment is provided by BIG DOG Bowfishing. We use AMS Bowfishing Bows. The CAPTAIN will instruct you on proper use of the equipment and all safety precautions prior to your trip departure. Your Deckhand will be onboard if you need assistance.
All day fishing equipment is provided also. Your Captain will instruct you on use and safety requirements prior to your trip.
FISH CLEANING: Fish Cleaning is included in your Trip Fee. All fish that you and your Party shoot are yours to keep and take home. The Deckhand will provide fish cleaning and have the bagged and ready prior to your departure home. (Please bring Gallon Zip Lock Bags and a Cooler).
GRATUITIES: Tips are not required but if you enjoyed your trip and the Captain and Deckhand were helpful and made your trip fun then please let them know with a gratuity of your appreciation. They will sure appreciate it!
CLOTHING: Louisiana is known for it’s changing weather conditions so check The Weather Channel for temperature or weather predictions. Pack shorts or lightweight pants for the Summer and heavier layers for the Winter. Be sure and pack a lightweight raincoat and/or jacket as it may be cool on the ride out and in on the airboat or motorized boat.
SNACKS, DRINKS & ALCOHOL: One cooler is allowed onboard with your personal snacks and water and/or soft drinks. *Only Beer is allowed as alcohol on the airboat or day boat. (***NO ONE WILL BE ALLOWED TO BOARD ANY BOAT IF THEY ARE INTOXICATED. You will be required to stay behind and you will be charged your Full Trip Fee.)
OVERNIGHT ACCOMODATIONS: Your Party will be able to stay in bunkhouse style rooms with TV, clean towels, sheets and blankets provided. The rooms will have 1-2 bathrooms depending on the size. Just bring your toiletries and clothes. Arrival is anytime after 2pm. Departure is 12 Noon.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 985-637-6074 or email us at bigdog@viscom.net.