The Life Aquatic
According to Captain Garrick Hyder and a few others – Rare Ocean, Island, Channel, Harbor and Fishing Excursions that will Take You To Tilt or Ahhhh!
By Cathy H. Burroughs, International Travel Writer & Adventure Blogger, www.journeyPod.com
Skipper Garrick Hyder of Santa Barbara Boat Charters (805-722-2282 – www.sbboatcharters.com) has been leading his special brand of oceanic and channel excursions on his indefatigable and streamlined boat Bellafonte for the last few years to outstanding results. With a specialty on tours cram full of eco insight, celebrity friendships, primordial spear fishing, and a rare knowledge of the beaches, inhabitants and insider history of all things Santa Barbararian, there is no surprise at the rash of 5 star exuberant reviews and extremely happy passengers!
Since the spring of 2021 Garrick has been guiding enterprising and adventurous charterees to enthusiastic results, facing the chop, swells and island shadow of the region with his knowledge, spirit and uncanny skill. These outings last from several hours, to all day, and potentially, into the near future, for several days at a time.
With Garrick at the helm up to six lucky passengers can reinvigorate their love of watery discovery, nature, fishing, wild island ramblings and, potentially, sublime eating. In addition to being a savvy and adroit boat captain and guide with 16 years of oceanic training, Garrick is also a daring fisherman who can, post fishing, whip up a mean sushi spread or green curry white Seabass at the drop of a hat from the deck of his own sleek New Zealand Stabicraft 2500 ultra cab XL. If you happen to be in California’s Santa Barbara, Monticeto, Carpenteria or surrounds and you are eager to experience any type of thrilling boating, whale watching, fishing or island hopping, Garrick is your go-to for an unforgettable immersion into “the life aquatic”!
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