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Jason Garay
Jason G.
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
Fishing has been great. Mahi, bonito, red snapper, seabass.
Jason Garay
Jason G. Wilmington, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
Fishing has been great. Mahi, bonito, red snapper, seabass.
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
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Robert Woolridge
Robert W.
Kitty Hawk, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
Today
Robert Woolridge
Robert W. Kitty Hawk, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
Today
Fishing in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina
Fishing in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina
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Jamie Rushing
Jamie R.
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
Sizzling, summer action at wrightsville and Carolina beaches here at Seagate. The summer is here in full effect, but fall is on the horizon and we are looking for cooling temperatures. The best fishing of the year, which follows summer from August to November is where the magic happens. Things start cooling off, the fishing gets good, and just, like always here. Mother nature dictates where we go. And what we do in the timing of all but the fishing will be good for flounder, Red Drum, and Speckled Trout to name a few.
Jamie Rushing
Jamie R. Wilmington, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
Sizzling, summer action at wrightsville and Carolina beaches here at Seagate. The summer is here in full effect, but fall is on the horizon and we are looking for cooling temperatures. The best fishing of the year, which follows summer from August to November is where the magic happens. Things start cooling off, the fishing gets good, and just, like always here. Mother nature dictates where we go. And what we do in the timing of all but the fishing will be good for flounder, Red Drum, and Speckled Trout to name a few.
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
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Tim Story
Tim S.
Wanchese, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
Drum on todays trip.
Tim Story
Tim S. Wanchese, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
Drum on todays trip.
Fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina
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Chris Kimrey
Chris K.
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
Between the almost endless winds we've have very steady action bottom fishing for groupers, snappers, triggers etc. A few king mackerel nearshore, with good casting action for spanish mackerel, bluefish and bait fishing for sharks. Inshore has been tough overall but, there's are a few redfish, speckled trout, black drum and sheepshead in the mix.
Chris Kimrey
Chris K. Morehead City, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
Between the almost endless winds we've have very steady action bottom fishing for groupers, snappers, triggers etc. A few king mackerel nearshore, with good casting action for spanish mackerel, bluefish and bait fishing for sharks. Inshore has been tough overall but, there's are a few redfish, speckled trout, black drum and sheepshead in the mix.
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
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Daniel Griffee
Daniel G.
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
The dog days of summer are upon us, and when the weather cooperates the Spanish and Bluefish blitz is as good as it gets! Drum inside have been tough but we're finding them, so if you want action, it's Spanish and blues, but if you want the hunt and thrill of payoff, it's reds!
Daniel Griffee
Daniel G. Morehead City, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
The dog days of summer are upon us, and when the weather cooperates the Spanish and Bluefish blitz is as good as it gets! Drum inside have been tough but we're finding them, so if you want action, it's Spanish and blues, but if you want the hunt and thrill of payoff, it's reds!
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina
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Carson Palmer
Carson P.
Badin, North Carolina
Reported 2 months ago
Summer bite is in full swing! The fishing is great!
Carson Palmer
Carson P. Badin, North Carolina Reported 2 months ago
Summer bite is in full swing! The fishing is great!
Fishing in Mount Gilead, North Carolina
Fishing in Mount Gilead, North Carolina
Fishing in Mount Gilead, North Carolina
Fishing in Mount Gilead, North Carolina
Fishing in Mount Gilead, North Carolina
Fishing in Mount Gilead, North Carolina
Fishing in Mount Gilead, North Carolina
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Jamie Rushing
Jamie R.
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported 3 months ago
Hi captain Jamie here. Anglers have enjoyed good fishing for red drum in the upper slot size and over in the last few weeks and should only get better with big spacing fish, "bulls" should follow along late August and into September. Flounder fishing is good now as well. People need to go ahead and book now for the 2 week season beginning Sept 1. At that time everyone goes home with a nice un!!! There is an early Morning speckled trout bite on topwater and then falls off but get great in the months to come and last all...
Jamie Rushing
Jamie R. Wilmington, North Carolina Reported 3 months ago
Hi captain Jamie here. Anglers have enjoyed good fishing for red drum in the upper slot size and over in the last few weeks and should only get better with big spacing fish, "bulls" should follow along late August and into September. Flounder fishing is good now as well. People need to go ahead and book now for the 2 week season beginning Sept 1. At that time everyone goes home with a nice un!!! There is an early Morning speckled trout bite on topwater and then falls off but get great in the months to come and last all day. Please give me a shot at your next outing out of Wilmington and Wrightsville or Carolina beaches.
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
Fishing in Wilmington, North Carolina
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Jason Garay
Jason G.
Wilmington, North Carolina
Reported 3 months ago
Last few days have been great. Catching a little bit of everything!
Jason Garay
Jason G. Wilmington, North Carolina Reported 3 months ago
Last few days have been great. Catching a little bit of everything!
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Fishing in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
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Jack Jackson
Jack J.
Newport, North Carolina
Reported 3 months ago
The redfish bite has been great over the last week. Mostly slot fish but the over slots have made an appearance the last two trips.
Jack Jackson
Jack J. Newport, North Carolina Reported 3 months ago
The redfish bite has been great over the last week. Mostly slot fish but the over slots have made an appearance the last two trips.
Fishing in Beaufort, North Carolina
Fishing in Beaufort, North Carolina
Fishing in Beaufort, North Carolina
Fishing in Beaufort, North Carolina
Fishing in Beaufort, North Carolina
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Recent North Carolina Reviews

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    Jason was excellent, very friendly, great guide, and would highly recommend!!

    Samantha F. | October 10, 2026

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    We had the absolute best time ever. We got out there and went straight at it. Whether it was catching blues, Spanish and even sharks. It was amazing. If you’re looking to have the best experience fishing, this is your guy. We come every year here, this was our first time doing a charter. Needless to say we will be doing one with captain 🧑‍✈️ Jeff every single year from here on out.

    Madison P. | October 1, 2026

    Trip: North Carolina Shark Hunt Special

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    Stephanie M. | September 27, 2026

    Trip: Wrightsville Beach Nearshore

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    Karen B. | September 19, 2026

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    Very knowledgeable guide who puts you on fish. Very nice guide who is an absolute pleasure to fish with. I definitely will book again with Jeff. You will not be disappointed with Jeff.

    Michael D. | September 19, 2026

    Trip: North Carolina Shark Hunt Special

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    Edward J. | September 19, 2026

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    Shay F. | September 4, 2026

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