About Your Trip
If you're looking for an exciting inshore fishing adventure around Wilmington and Kure Beach, look no further than a trip with Captain Michael. With a lifetime of experience fishing these waters, he knows exactly where to find red drum, speckled trout, black drum, flounder, and sheepshead throughout the year. Whether you're an experienced angler looking to refine your technique or a beginner just wanting to reel in some fish, Captain Michael will tailor the trip
to your skill level and preferences.
Fishing the backwaters of Wilmington, Kure Beach, and the Cape Fear region offers endless opportunities to hook into some serious fish. The bays, creeks, and flats in this area are full of productive fishing grounds, and with his 18’ East Cape Lostmen skiff, Captain Michael can access places that other boats simply can’t. With a draft of just 5-7 inches, this skiff allows you to pole onto tailing redfish in ultra-shallow water while still handling deeper inshore zones where trout, flounder, and sheepshead thrive.
Each trip is fully customized to match the experience you’re looking for. Whether you want to fly fish for red drum on the flats, sight cast with artificial lures, fish with live bait, or throw jigs at speckled trout, Captain Michael has the expertise and gear to make it happen. He knows how to adjust techniques based on the tides and seasons to keep you on the fish, whether you're targeting a specific species or just looking for steady action.
From Wrightsville Beach to Bald Head Island and everywhere in between, this fishery offers world-class inshore fishing, and Captain Michael is the perfect guide to help you make the most of it. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are provided, along with a cooler stocked with ice for your drinks and snacks. With a fully licensed and insured USCG captain at the helm, all you need to do is show up and get ready for a great day on the water.
Amenities
Skill Levels
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Beer
Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.
Live Bait
Live bait is included for this trip.
Weather
You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather
Kid Friendly
This trip can cater to kids.
Flexible Cancelation
This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.
Fish Cleaning
No cleaning service provided.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Disability Friendly
This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.
Lunch
Please provide your own food / snacks.
