Answers to
Frequently Asked Questions: 

Q. Do I need a fishing license?
A. No you do not need a Hawaii fishing license as Grand Slam Sport fishing carries a commercial fishing permit.
Q. Do I need my own fishing supplies?
A. No. Grand Slam Sport fishing will supply all fishing gear. We use Penn International rods and reels from 30# up to 130#.
Q. How many people can be accommodated?
A. Up to 6 people can be accommodated on board during your fishing experience.
Q. What do we need to bring with us?
A. The only items you will need to supply are your lunch and drinks and plenty of sunscreen.

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Q. Are children welcome?
A. Grand Slam Sport fishing encourages younger anglers to participate in the experience. If desired we will attempt to locate schools of bait fish for the younger members to catch.
Q. How long do we stay out?
A. Typically a half day is from 7:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Three quarter days are from 7:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Full days are from 7:00 AM until 3:00 PM. If you desire to start either earlier or later we can accommodate most any schedule on a case by case basis.
Q. Who gets to keep the fish?
A. Grand Slam Sport fishing wants to share the fishing experience and the fruits of the trip, but in order to remain in business, must sell fish when we can. Accordingly, any single fish over 75 pounds will generally be brought to market ( Marlin are generally released ) while fish under 75 pounds will be cut and distributed to the guests for dinner and additional meals.

Q. Can I tag and release my fish?

A. We encourage tag and release of any marlin! At the same time we realize that this will probably be the largest fish you have ever seen, much less caught. As such, it is up to the customer as to the disposition of any fish caught on the Grand Slam with the exception of Mahi Mahi, Ono, and Yellow fin Tuna. We eat these varieties.

Q. What amenities should I look for in a Charter Boat?

A. This is a hard question but one that comes up frequently! It's sad but we have many boats in Hawaii that are substandard with regard to the rest of the fleet. What should you ask about when making your inquiry? This question is somewhat personal but the basics would include large seating areas out of the sun, Air conditioned cabin, "it is hot on the water", fishing gear from 20# up through 130#, a mechanically refrigerated fish box to keep your catch fresh, amenities such as refrigerator, TV, VCR, and fully enclosed bathroom, and as important as the above a competent Captain and Crew. Now the most important items of all!!!!! For safety reasons and for your enjoyment any boat should have adequate life jackets, a safety raft, and an e-pirb which is a satellite tracking safety device.

Q. What can I catch on my charter?

A. The most common species that you can expect to catch are what we call "flag fish". These would include blue, black, and striped marlin, ono (wahoo), mahi mahi, and ahi (yellow fin tuna). Secondary catches (bottom fish) would include kahala (amberjack), ulua (giant trevally), snapper and many types of sharks. We do it all. You decide on the type of activity you would like. Click here for descriptions.

Q. What can I do about seasickness ?

A. Believe it or not very few of our clients actually get seasick. The waters around the big island are normally very calm! On the very few days that the water does get stirred up the roughness is usually isolated to the northern portion of the fishing areas so we simply go south and get in the lee of the island which is almost always calm. If you are worried about seasickness just click HERE and I will give you some tips.

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