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You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Get ready for an action-packed day exploring the pristine inshore waters around Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Fort Fisher, Bald Head Island, and Oak Island! This stretch of North Carolina’s coastline is teeming with fish, offering some of the best year-round inshore fishing opportunities in the Cape Fear region. Whether you’re looking to battle bull redfish, hook into speckled trout, or target flounder along the flats, Captain Drew has the expertise and local knowledge to put you on the bite.

Captain Drew is a Wilmington native who has been fishing these waters since childhood. With years of experience navigating the region’s backwaters, tidal creeks, and estuaries, he knows how to find fish—even in spots that other boats can’t reach! His shallow-water skills and passion for fishing make him the perfect guide for both seasoned anglers and beginners alike. Plus, he’s great with kids and loves teaching them the ins and outs of fishing!

Sustainability is important to Captain Drew, and he encourages catch-and-release practices, especially for trophy fish, to help preserve the local fishery. However, if you’d like to keep some fish for dinner, you’re welcome to do so within North Carolina Marine Fisheries Regulations.

All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are provided, so all you need to bring is your favorite snacks, drinks, and sun protection. Whether you’re looking for a fun family outing or a serious fishing adventure, Captain Drew is ready to show you the best of inshore fishing in the Cape Fear region!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, River

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	6 hours	8 hours
1 Person	$450.00	$600.00	$800.00
2 People	$450.00	$600.00	$800.00
3 People	$450.00	$600.00	$800.00
4 People	$450.00	$600.00	$800.00
5 People (two boats)	$900.00	$1,200.00	$1,600.00
6 People (two boats)	$900.00	$1,200.00	$1,600.00
7 People (two boats)	$900.00	$1,200.00	$1,600.00
8 People (two boats)	$900.00	$1,200.00	$1,600.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Drew T.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

About Your Guide

Drew T.

Independent Guide

Captain Drew is a Wilmington native and has been fishing the waters of the Cape Fear Region since he was a young boy. He developed a love for inshore fishing and has perfected his fishing finding skills over the years. His experience will ensure you have a great day on the water! Drew is great with kids and loves teaching them how to fish! Besides fishing, Drew enjoys duck hunting and playing golf. Drew also spent many years playing competitive baseball including 2 years at the D1 level. But Drew's love for being on the water is strong and he decided to give up his cleats for Xtratufs! Drew is a fun guy with a great personality and will make sure you have a fun-filled day

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Oak Island, North Carolina

Areas Fished

Cape Fear River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Sea Pro
Year Built: 2026
Boat Length: 23'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Sea Pro
Year Built: 2026
Boat Length: 23'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Live well, trolling motor, powerpole, fish box, and plenty of seating for comfort while cruising to and from spots!

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, River

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 4 reviews

Andrew

Verified Review

March 14

Drew was very professional and easy going, me and my wife had an amazing time fishing, I would highly recommend booking him for your next inshore trip.

Andrew

Verified Review

March 14

Drew was very professional and easy going, me and my wife had an amazing time fishing, I would highly recommend booking him for your next inshore trip.

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Trip: Kure Beach/Fortfisher Inshore Trip

Joseph

Verified Review

April 24

Very friendly and knowledgeable, a pleasure to have him as our guide.

Joseph

Verified Review

April 24

Very friendly and knowledgeable, a pleasure to have him as our guide.

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Trip: Carolina Beach Inshore Trip

Ted

Verified Review

August 15

Couldn’t go on charter due to problems with the boat, however I need to give a shout out to captain Drew, who found us a very last minute replacement to make our trip a big success with captain Mason thank you very much

Ted

Verified Review

August 15

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Trip: Bald Head Island Inshore Trip

David

Verified Review

May 25

Drew was a phenomenal guide. Myself and a friend were able to smoke 3 redfish between us thanks to his tips. Drew was super patient and extremely knowledgeable. As a more novice fisherman, he was very good at teaching basic casting and presentation techniques with artificial lures. This was a great introduction to fishing from a vessel without the stress of a large multi-party charter. Worth every penny!

David

Verified Review

May 25

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Trip: Wilmington NC Inshore Trip

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Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.