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Donnie Vinson

Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
Captain Donnie was born and raised on the Alabama's Gulf Coast. He grew up in Spanish Fort, AL and has spent more than three decades fishing in and around Mobile Bay. He has fished everything from the rivers of the Delta to the Gulf of Mexico. The Captain loves being on the water and is always looking for the next memorable experience. He is eager to share his passion and knowledge and he loves taking people for a great day of fishing or a wonderful sunset cruise. Captain Donnie is fully certified by the American Red Cross in CPR as well as first aide. Also, the is a member of the Alabama Coastal Fishing Association (ACFA). He competed in various tournaments throughout the Gulf Coast as well as the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, the world's largest tournament.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Donnie Vinson

Donnie Vinson

Independent Guide
Captain Donnie was born and raised on the Alabama's Gulf Coast. He grew up in Spanish Fort, AL and has spent more than three decades fishing in and around Mobile Bay. He has fished everything from the rivers of the Delta to the Gulf of Mexico. The Captain loves being on the water and is always looking for the next memorable experience. He is eager to share his passion and knowledge and he loves taking people for a great day of fishing or a wonderful sunset cruise. Captain Donnie is fully certified by the American Red Cross in CPR as well as first aide. Also, the is a member of the Alabama Coastal Fishing Association (ACFA). He competed in various tournaments throughout the Gulf Coast as well as the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, the world's largest tournament.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
600lb Mako Shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak and Snapper
What’s your favorite band?
Alabama
What’s your favorite movie?
The Guardian

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
600lb Mako Shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak and Snapper
What’s your favorite band?
Alabama
What’s your favorite movie?
The Guardian
What’s your favorite sports team?
Alabama Football
What’s your drink of choice?
Sweet Tea
What was your last halloween costume?
The Hulk
What do you want for Christmas this year?
New Boat
How did you get started guiding?
My daughter inspired me.
What makes you different from other guides?
Fun, great personality, laid back and ready to take on anything.
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Team Vinson Charters, LLC Trips

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Nearshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

4 Hour – Red Snapper

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Inshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores

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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

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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
Flounder
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Red Snapper
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Redfish
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Sheepshead
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Speckled Trout
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Tripletail
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
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Types of Fishing

Inshore
Nearshore

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4 Hour – Red Snapper
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
5 Hour Trip–Sheepshead Special
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Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore Gulf Shores
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
5 Hour Trip–Sheepshead Special
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
5 Hour Trip–Sheepshead Special
December 6th, 2024
Gulf Shores, Alabama
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