Goodwin’s Guide Service

Cedar Island, North Carolina
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Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip

About Your Guide

Buddy Goodwin

Independent Guide
Captain Buddy has over 35 years of experience guiding the Outer Banks.

Born and raised on Cedar Island, Capt Buddy has been hunting and fishing his whole life. If you are looking for Buddy you will find him in the boat or at the docks, spending most days commercial fishing, charter fishing, hunting or riding with his family.

About Your Guide

Buddy Goodwin

Independent Guide
Captain Buddy has over 35 years of experience guiding the Outer Banks.

Born and raised on Cedar Island, Capt Buddy has been hunting and fishing his whole life. If you are looking for Buddy you will find him in the boat or at the docks, spending most days commercial fishing, charter fishing, hunting or riding with his family.
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Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip

NEW Cedar Island, NC 1 - 6 People 4 - 8 Hours From $600
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Fish the waters of North Carolina’s Outer Banks with Captain Buddy on a flexible coastal fishing trip built around the season, current conditions, and what’s biting best at the time. With more than 30 years spent working and fishing these waters, Captain Buddy brings generations of local knowledge to every trip from Cedar Island to Ocracoke and throughout the Pamlico Sound region.

Trips can range from inshore and near coastal fishing to offshore opportunities, depending...

About Your Trip

Fish the waters of North Carolina’s Outer Banks with Captain Buddy on a flexible coastal fishing trip built around the season, current conditions, and what’s biting best at the time. With more than 30 years spent working and fishing these waters, Captain Buddy brings generations of local knowledge to every trip from Cedar Island to Ocracoke and throughout the Pamlico Sound region.

Trips can range from inshore and near coastal fishing to offshore opportunities, depending on the time of year and your goals for the day. Seasonal species vary throughout the year, giving anglers the chance to experience a wide variety of fishing opportunities across the Outer Banks.

One of the highlights of the fishery is the area’s seasonal nighttime Drum fishing, where anglers target powerful fish after dark in the shallow sounds and surrounding waters. These trips offer a unique Outer Banks experience and some exciting light-tackle action depending on the season.

Whether you’re looking to stay close to shore, explore the sounds, or head farther out in search of bigger fish, every trip is adjusted around conditions to provide the best opportunity possible.

This is a true Down East fishing experience centered around local knowledge, changing seasonal fisheries, and time on the water exploring one of North Carolina’s most unique coastal environments.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

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.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Boat photo for Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Sea Ox
Boat Length
22'
Boat Restroom
No

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Sea Ox
Boat Length
22'
Boat Restroom
No
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Technique

Light Tackle Fishing

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea
Inshore
Nearshore

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Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
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Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
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Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 6th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 6th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 6th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 19th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 19th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 19th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 19th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
Inshore/Nearshore Fishing Trip
May 19th, 2026
Cedar Island, North Carolina
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