About Your Trip
If you're looking for a classic North Carolina fishing adventure, this private charter with Captain Kramer is the perfect way to experience the productive waters around Southport, Oak Island, and Brunswick County. Whether you choose a half-day or full-day trip, you'll spend your time exploring marshes, creeks, tidal flats, the Intracoastal Waterway, and nearby beaches while targeting a wide variety of seasonal inshore and nearshore species.
Depending on the time of year and current conditions,
you could find yourself battling Redfish, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Pompano, Whiting, Atlantic Croaker, and other local favorites. Captain Kramer customizes every trip around the tides, weather, and where the fish are feeding, giving you the best opportunity for a productive day on the water.
Using light tackle, spinning gear, jigging, and bottom fishing techniques, you'll enjoy a hands-on experience that's equally rewarding for beginners and seasoned anglers. If you're new to fishing, Captain Kramer is happy to teach casting, lure presentation, and fish-fighting techniques. Experienced anglers will appreciate his local knowledge and willingness to adjust tactics throughout the day to stay on the bite.
Rather than spending your day making long runs, you'll quickly reach productive fishing grounds and maximize your time with lines in the water. Every trip is tailored to the conditions, allowing Captain Kramer to fish the areas that are producing best, whether that's shallow marshes, winding creeks, docks, oyster beds, nearshore structure, or stretches of beach holding bait and feeding fish.
You'll fish aboard a 2025 22' Bay Rider center console powered by a reliable 150 HP Yamaha, comfortably accommodating up to six anglers. Outfitted with GPS, fish finder, a recirculating livewell, wireless trolling motor, multimedia system, and ice box, the boat provides an excellent platform for targeting everything from shallow-water Redfish to nearshore Spanish Mackerel.
Everything needed for a successful day is included. Captain Kramer provides rods, reels, terminal tackle, proven artificial lures, live bait when conditions call for it, bottled water, light snacks, fish cleaning and filleting for your legal catch, and your fishing license under the boat's blanket permit. Simply bring sunglasses, a hat, non-spray sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any additional drinks or snacks you'd like.
Whether you're introducing the family to fishing, spending quality time with friends, or chasing your next personal best, Captain Kramer is committed to creating a fun, laid-back, and productive day on the water while showcasing some of the best inshore fishing North Carolina has to offer.
Amenities
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 3 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.
