# Big 3 Charters

> Private fishing, scalloping, and manatee charters with Captain Dylan out of Crystal River, Florida. Owner-operated, USCG-licensed, year-round bookings.

## Entity
- Name: Big 3 Charters
- Captain: Captain Dylan
- Meeting point (fishing & scalloping): Ms Fins Oarhouse, 2130 S Waterman Dr, Crystal River, FL 34429
- Meeting point (manatee tours): Pete's Pier, 1 SW 1st Pl, Crystal River, FL 34429
- Service area: Crystal River, Homosassa, King's Bay, Three Sisters Springs, Citrus County, Florida Nature Coast
- Phone: (352) 257-3886 (call or text)
- Email: big3charters@gmail.com
- Booking: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/big3charters/

## Trips
- [Scalloping Charters](/scalloping-charters-crystal-river-fl) Private bay-scalloping in 4–6 ft grass flats, July 1 – September 24. Half-day from $650.
- [Fishing Charters](/fishing-charters-crystal-river-fl) Inshore & nearshore light-tackle for redfish, snook, trout, snapper, grouper. Year-round, peak Apr–Nov. From $550.
- [Manatee Tours](/manatee-tours-crystal-river-fl) In-water passive-observation manatee swims in King's Bay & Three Sisters Springs. Best Nov–Mar. From $450.

## Guides
- [Crystal River scalloping season](/guides/crystal-river-scalloping-season)
- [What to bring scalloping](/guides/what-to-bring-scalloping-charter)
- [Best time to swim with manatees](/guides/best-time-to-swim-with-manatees-crystal-river)
- [Crystal River fishing seasons](/guides/crystal-river-fishing-seasons)
- [Private charter vs group tour](/guides/private-charter-vs-group-tour)
- [Family-friendly water trips](/guides/family-friendly-water-trips-crystal-river)
- [What to expect on your first fishing charter](/guides/first-fishing-charter-what-to-expect)
- [Weather charter policy](/guides/weather-charter-policy)
- [How to choose fishing, scalloping, or manatee](/guides/choose-fishing-scalloping-or-manatee)

## Info
- [About Captain Dylan](/about-captain-dylan)
- [Trip Info & FAQ](/info-faq)
- [Trip Gallery](/gallery)
- [Waiver](/waiver)
- [Search](/search)

## Booking
- [Book a Charter](/book) Live availability calendar, call/text, and a quick contact form.

Pick a trip, open the booking calendar, and reserve with a deposit. Weather cancellations get a full refund or reschedule. Most weekends sell out 2–3 weeks ahead.