Capt. Charlie Schoonmaker, Author at Ultimate Carolina Beach Fishing

Fishing The Famous and Infamous Fort Fisher Rock Wall

Fort Fisher Rock Wall One of our most famous fishing spots in SENCland is also a recognized famous historical site. But the Fort Fisher Rock Wall can also be infamous to foot fishermen for its treacherous slippery footing! Located at the end of Highway 421 South, The “Ft. Fisher Rock Wall” in the lower Cape […]

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Surfishing 101 | Surf Fishing North Carolina

Spring is coming strong and the waters here on the Carolina coast are warming, and so is the desire to spend some quality time outdoors! What better place to be than on a lovely stretch of beach barefooted, toes and legs in the warm waters bring caressed by the waves rolling in to shore, sun […]

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Nearshore Trolling Techniques for an Exciting Day!

Nearshore Trolling Techniques: Small boaters are very lucky to live in our SENCLAND area as the nearshore opportunities for different fish is outstanding. On a calm day, slight or no swell, light wind and seas where our inlets can be easily passed by any size vessel, fisherman can cover a lot of various territory. We […]

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Fishing in May is Golden

As winter ebbs into spring, May arrives and one can feel the summer months coming on,…finally. Today the SENCLAND area is warming rapidly, water temps are approaching the 70 degree mark, and the Pogeys (a favorite spring time baitfish) are signaling the arrival of spring are thick in the River basin, just the right size […]

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So you want to do a Fishing Charter

Winter’s over and Spring and Summer are coming on and so are your thoughts of the beach, the sun, a vacation, and wouldn’t it be nice to do some fishing? Yes, a great family and friends affair. Fishing is a primary outdoor recreation enjoyed by many, but how can I arrange this? It’s new to […]

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How to Get your Kids into Fishing (And Keep Them Into Fishing)!

How to Get your Kids into Fishing, with spring coming on and Summer just around the corner, many concerned parents are looking for a family activity that is outdoors and child friendly, especially in this day of quarantines and isolation. Fishing is a great way to spend a family day, picnic, yet still social distance […]

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You’re Ready but is your Tackle and Gear?

Spring is here and you’re ready to fish, but is your tackle?  It’s been a while since your gear was stored, so is it ready to land that biggun’ tomorrow if he bites? Now’s the time to make sure your hooks are sharp, the line is fresh, and all your equipment functions perfectly….then you will […]

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Spring Time Mullets

There is a no better eating fish than the Virginia Mullet or “Whiting” as it is known here in South Eastern N C (SENCLand), and this ole’ Mullet provides a lot of sport to our surf, bank, and boat fisherman too! When they’re biting, they can be caught by the hundreds and provide a great […]

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