Shearwater Fishing Charters

Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina
Half Day Nearshore Trip

About Your Guide

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Drew Ziglar

Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Quality
Adventurous
Captain Drew, based in the picturesque coastal town of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, is a skilled fishing guide who offers anglers the opportunity to explore the rich waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby Intracoastal Waterway. With a deep knowledge of the local fisheries and a genuine passion for angling, he specializes in providing memorable fishing experiences. Whether you're pursuing the thrill of catching Spanish mackerel and flounder in the inshore waters or heading offshore for mahi-mahi and king mackerel, Captain Drew's local expertise ensures every fishing trip is a rewarding and enjoyable adventure along the scenic North Carolina coast.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Drew Ziglar

Drew Ziglar

Independent Guide
Captain Drew, based in the picturesque coastal town of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, is a skilled fishing guide who offers anglers the opportunity to explore the rich waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby Intracoastal Waterway. With a deep knowledge of the local fisheries and a genuine passion for angling, he specializes in providing memorable fishing experiences. Whether you're pursuing the thrill of catching Spanish mackerel and flounder in the inshore waters or heading offshore for mahi-mahi and king mackerel, Captain Drew's local expertise ensures every fishing trip is a rewarding and enjoyable adventure along the scenic North Carolina coast.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Blue Marlin
How did you get started guiding?
Started as a mate on a commercial fishing boat

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Blue Marlin
How did you get started guiding?
Started as a mate on a commercial fishing boat
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Exciting Nearshore Half Day

100% (1) 1 - 5 People 4 Hours From $500
4 Hour Nearshore
4 Hour Nearshore
4 Hour Nearshore
4 Hour Nearshore
4 Hour Nearshore
4 Hour Nearshore
4 Hour Nearshore
4 Hour Nearshore
Half Day Nearshore Trip
Half Day Nearshore Trip
Half Day Nearshore Trip
Half Day Nearshore Trip
Half Day Nearshore Trip
Half Day Nearshore Trip

About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

Get out there and enjoy the atmosphere of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, and discover what fishing opportunities await you. Captain Drew is family and kid-friendly and will make sure put to show you some awesome fishing! Captain Drew runs a 25' Maycraft Pilot House, which combines the serious fishing performance of a bay boat with the comfort and safety of a much larger vessel. You’ll have enough space to move around, and there’s also some...

About Your Trip

Get out there and enjoy the atmosphere of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, and discover what fishing opportunities await you. Captain Drew is family and kid-friendly and will make sure put to show you some awesome fishing!

Captain Drew runs a 25' Maycraft Pilot House, which combines the serious fishing performance of a bay boat with the comfort and safety of a much larger vessel. You’ll have enough space to move around, and there’s also some
shade against the sun. Plus, this boat is equipped with fish-finding sonar equipment, GPS navigation, and a 250HP Yamaha!

Fishing will be primarily nearshore locations near Wrightsville Beach, over both sand and artificial reefs. You’ll get a chance to test your skills with light tackle and trolling. Typically, you'll mix it up and chase Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Bonito, and Sharks, depending on the time of year!

You won’t need a fishing license as the charter’s got you covered. All the necessary equipment, fishing rods, lures, bait, and ice will be provided. Drew will clean and bag any catch you would like to keep at the end of the trip.

There is also FREE PARKING in a private lot during the charter! Clean restrooms and marina store with drinks, snacks, and ice for sale is located a few steps from the boat.
Amenities

Water Type

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

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 Exciting Nearshore Half Day
Boat Type
Pilothouse
Boat Manufacturer
Maycraft
Year Built
2008
Boat Length
25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Pilothouse
Boat Manufacturer
Maycraft
Year Built
2008
Boat Length
25'
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
Two marine VHF radios, gps, fish finder, Bluetooth stereo
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Recent Reviews of Shearwater Fishing Charters

5.0
based on 1 review

Kyle

Verified Review

Great time! Can't wait to go back.

Kyle

Verified Review

Great time! Can't wait to go back.
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Blacktip Shark
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Bluefish
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Bonito
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Bonnethead Shark
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
False Albacore
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Hammerhead Shark
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Spanish Mackerel
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
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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)

Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Types of Fishing

Deep Sea
Nearshore

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