- Location
- Apalachicola, Florida
- Trip Types
- Private inshore flats, bay and nearshore fishing; family half days and full days
- Phone
- 850-653-5755
Woodduck's Guide Service offers Apalachicola and St. George Island fishing with Captain Allan Richards. His nickname is Woodduck. The service's website uses the Apalachicola Guide Service address and focuses on the Forgotten Coast's bays and flats.
Contact and booking details
| Operator | Woodduck's Guide Service |
|---|---|
| Area | Apalachicola, Florida |
| Departure / address | Apalachicola and St. George Island, Florida; arrange the precise meeting point with the captain |
| Phone | 850-653-5755 |
| Use the operator’s website or phone; no public email was confirmed in the reviewed pages. | |
| Website / reservations | Visit Woodduck's Guide Service |
| Trip options | Private inshore flats, bay and nearshore fishing; family half days and full days |
Allan Richards and his home waters
Allan is introduced as an Apalachicola native who has fished since childhood. His trips cover inshore and nearshore waters around Apalachicola Bay and St. George Island. First-time anglers and family parties are specifically welcomed.
The captain's introduction highlights oyster bars in the bay and grass flats on the island's bayside. Redfish, drum and spotted seatrout are central targets. He provides help with casting and fishing methods, with the outing adjusted to the guests' experience.
Half-day pricing and longer outings
The St. George Island charter page lists a half day at $500. The separate inshore page describes half days as four hours and full days as eight hours. Ask Allan to confirm that the displayed half-day fare applies to the booked departure and passenger count.
A current full-day fare is not clearly provided in the reviewed material. Longer trips can allow more movement between flats, creeks and other bay water. The operator lists shallow-draft boats without a precise current make or passenger limit, so obtain those details directly.
What the fishing package supplies
Published inclusions are rods, reels, tackle, bait, fishing license coverage and cleaning of the catch. The half-day price description explicitly includes fuel. The inshore information also lists onboard ice and coolers.
Seasonal possibilities include flounder, sheepshead, Spanish mackerel and pompano alongside the main bay species. These are potential targets rather than a guaranteed mixed catch. Keeping fish depends on the rules in force for the species and water fished.
Arrange a departure rather than guessing
Call or text 850-653-5755 for the quickest response. The website also has a contact form, but the reviewed pages do not publish a direct email address. Tell Allan whether you are staying on St. George Island or in Apalachicola.
Request the meeting address, hours, guest allowance, deposit and cancellation conditions. Check the boat's shade, seating, restroom and child-size life jackets if those details matter. Bring sunscreen, personal snacks and drinks as requested. Confirm how cleaned fish will be packed and whether you need a separate cooler for the drive home.
Details checked October 10, 2026, using the operator’s published information. Rates, boats, meeting points and policies can change; confirm the final trip details directly. Listed species describe possible targets, not a guaranteed catch or an open harvest season.
Featured photo: Angler holding a redfish aboard Apalachicola Guide Service. Photo from Woodduck's Guide Service.
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