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Daniel Griffee

Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 4 months ago

Spanish are here and catching them casting jigs and trolling spoons, bluefish are crushing topwaters, and reds are in the marsh caught on topwater and popping corks.
Daniel Griffee
Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 4 months ago
Spanish are here and catching them casting jigs and trolling spoons, bluefish are crushing topwaters, and reds are in the marsh caught on topwater and popping corks.
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
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
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Daniel Griffee

Daniel Griffee
Morehead City, North Carolina
Reported: 9 months ago

Reds are showing up inside in schools, calm sunny days you can go hunting, and nearshore we are catching black drum and sheepshead on the jetty's.
Daniel Griffee
Daniel Griffee Morehead City, North Carolina Reported: 9 months ago
Reds are showing up inside in schools, calm sunny days you can go hunting, and nearshore we are catching black drum and sheepshead on the jetty's.
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
Fishing in Morehead City, North Carolina
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Jack Jackson

Jack Jackson
Newport, North Carolina
Reported: 9 months ago

Been pretty cold here but the fish are still biting and it's starting to warm back up. Last few trips have been speckled trout and when we can get out to the jetty's there's black drum and sheepshead to be caught.
Jack Jackson
Jack Jackson Newport, North Carolina Reported: 9 months ago
Been pretty cold here but the fish are still biting and it's starting to warm back up. Last few trips have been speckled trout and when we can get out to the jetty's there's black drum and sheepshead to be caught.
Fishing in Newport, North Carolina
Fishing in Newport, North Carolina
Fishing in Newport, North Carolina
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  • ★★★★★
    I’m an experienced fisherman who wanted to become better at targeting red drum and trout. Joe not only put me in fish, but taught me things about fishing that area that will help me catch fish on my own for years to come. Highly recommend!

    Casey D. | September 27, 2025

    Trip: NC Classic Inshore Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best morning with Justin! He was friendly, engaging, and provided a lot of education on the area, the water, the fish, and fishing. We got to explore many different parts of the river to ensure we had ample opportunities to catch both speckled trout and red drum. We also followed a pod of porpoises, which was a fun diversion. Justin cleaned our fish at the end of our excursion which we took home and prepared that evening for dinner. Delicious fish tacos thanks for Justin's guidance and navigation! We look forward to returning to the area and having Justin take us out for another fabulous adventure.

    Stacy B. | July 9, 2025

    Trip: Crystal Coast Inshore Trip - 22'

  • ★★★★★
    Bradley is top notch. Everything from the gear, to the location, guide skill, and hunting dog was everything a person could look for in a guided hunt. Bradley’s dog, Shay, made some of the most impressive waterfowl retrieves I have ever seen. I will be sure to book with him again next season!

    Jacques O. | January 4, 2025

    Trip: Open Water Scissor Rig Duck Hunts

  • ★★★★★
    We had an awesome time with capt. Joe. He worked extremely hard to put us on the fish. Water conditions weren't to our favor, But we will be back next year. Can't wait to fish with our new found friend again. And have another great day on the water. ☆☆☆☆☆

    Jackie B. | September 25, 2023

    Trip: NC Classic Inshore Fishing Trip

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