A Live One
Length: 29 ft
Capacity: 6 persons
River Fishing (Tidal/salt rivers on the backcountry side of HHI), Inshore Fishing (Backcountry/Inshore trips — all ages), Nearshore Fishing (Coastal/Nearshore trips — age 13+), Offshore Fishing (25 to 100 mi range — age 16+), Reef Fishing (5+ hr recommended), Wreck Fishing (5+ hr recommended), Backcountry Fishing (Backcountry/Inshore trips — all ages)
Targeted Species
Barracuda (Great) 
Bluefish 
Cobia 
King Mackerel (Kingfish) 
Redfish 
Shark (Blacktip) 
Shark (Bonnethead) 
Shark (Hammerhead) 
Shark (Lemon) 
Shark (Tiger) 
Spanish Mackerel 
Whiting Boat Specs
29 ft
6 persons
Types of Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing (Backcountry/Inshore trips — all ages)
- Inshore Fishing (Backcountry/Inshore trips — all ages)
- Nearshore Fishing (Coastal/Nearshore trips — age 13+)
- Offshore Fishing (25 to 100 mi range — age 16+)
- Reef Fishing (5+ hr recommended)
- River Fishing (Tidal/salt rivers on the backcountry side of HHI)
- Wreck Fishing (5+ hr recommended)
Fishing Techniques
- Bottom Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Drift Fishing
- Heavy Tackle
- Jigging
- Light Tackle
- Popping
- Spinning
- Trolling
Amenities
- Fishfinder Garmin multifrequency sonar/fishfinder!
- GPS 2025 Update - fresh Garmin Electronics!
- Ice Box
- Live Bait Well
- Outriggers
- Radar Garmin radar for safe navigation
- Wireless Trolling Motor
Trip Includes
- Fishing License (We maintain SC State Charter Boat licensing, as well as Federal permits. These cover the charter guests on board, so no further licensing is required.)
- Live Bait (Most of our trips, usually start with catching live bait (menhaden, mullet, etc) using a cast net. During times that live bait is not plentiful, we'll have fresh cut bait on hand.)
- Lures
- Rods, reels & tackle
Owner/Capt Blair Willis began guiding outdoor adventures in HHI in 1996, and running his own boat charters by 2006. He is not only a fishing guide but an engaging host with a wide knowledge of the local waterways and nature.
"I treat every trip as if it were an outing with my own family." — Capt. Blair
A Live One is a Freeman Boatworks custom 29' center console. Freshly re-powered for 2025 with Yamaha 300 twin motors, and a full electronics console refresh, it has everything you need for a productive day on the water. It's the only Freeman fishing charter on HHI, a high performance catamaran hull with an unmatched ride. The wide layout of this boat is more akin to a 34' monohull in terms of space, and unquestionably more stable and smoother riding than boats in and above its class. Get there fast and comfortably, with more time to fish!
Backcountry/Inshore trips on A Live One are great for kids and very family-friendly! Child-sized life vests are provided, but feel free to bring your own if preferred. Coastal/Reef trips are age 13+ recommended, and Offshore Full Days are best for 16+. 6 Max Guests for most trips (4 for Offshore Full Days).
Inshore trips are catch-and-release fishing. Choose coastal/reef or offshore options if you're looking to bring home a meal. Contact us if ANY questions. Results greatly vary by season and trip type, and we want to make sure to match you with the best trip for your crew!
All fishing tackle provided. Live bait is often targeted by cast net to start the day, or fresh cut bait as available. Fully licensed charter boat, so no additional personal license is needed. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. Alcohol ok in moderation; no hard liquor, no glass bottles, and no *wheeled* coolers.
Please be sure to read the Directions for details on picking up your gate pass (!!!) as it is extremely important so you don't miss your trip.
Experience fishing in Hilton Head Island for yourself, and catch A Live One!
