Here's a comprehensive guide to starting a Fishing Charter business, covering market analysis, product development, funding, go-to-market strategies, regulatory considerations, and long-term growth strategies. 1. Market Analysis Industry Trends: Demand Growth: There is increasing interest in recreational fishing....
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Strategic Marketing for Fishing Charter Business The fishing charter business is a niche market with a passionate clientele, but standing out in this competitive landscape requires more than just great fishing skills. To thrive, you need a robust....
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July 7th through the 9th, 2023. The East Coast Got Em On King Mackerel Tournament is a highly anticipated event for fishing enthusiasts. Hosted by the Got Em On Live Bait Club in Carolina Beach, Pleasure Island, North....
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2023 Announcement The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries has announced the 2023 recreational flounder season will run from September 15th to 29th. The season's regulations stipulate a one-fish per person per day limit and a 15-inch minimum size....
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With its pristine shores, warm climate, and exceptional fishing opportunities, Carolina Beach is a destination that captures the hearts of those seeking tranquility, adventure, and nature's bounty. This article aims to be your comprehensive guide, taking you from....
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The waters off Carolina Beach are teeming with king mackerel, making it an excellent location to target this highly sought-after game fish. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the various aspects of king mackerel fishing in Carolina....
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Surf fishing in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, offers an exhilarating experience for anglers amidst the stunning ocean backdrop. With miles of beaches and ample opportunities for casting a line, Carolina Beach caters to all skill levels, from beginners....
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Redfish, also known as red drum or Sciaenops ocellatus, are popular sport fish native to the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. As opportunistic predators, their diet can vary depending on their habitat, age, and availability of....
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Caption: Carolina Beach Fishing: on this trip caught several redfish
Description: Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charter on this trip caught several redfish
Caption: Carolina Beach Fishing: beating the drums with 2 nice black drum
Description: beating the drums with 2 nice black drum
Caption: Carolina Beach Fishing: angler with a nice inshore black drum
Description: Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charter angler with a nice inshore black drum
Caption: Carolina Beach Fishing: healthy inshore red drum
Description: Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charter angler with a healthy inshore red drum
Carolina Beach, NC Fishing Report – Mid-September Update As we hit mid-September, fishing in Carolina Beach, NC is nothing short of excellent, offering a variety of species and experiences for anglers of all skill levels. Whether you prefer inshore, nearshore, or surf fishing, the waters around Carolina Beach are teeming with activity, making it an ideal time to head out and drop a line. Starting with inshore fishing, the red drum bite is thriving. Anglers are reporting solid action on red drum, especially with fish ranging from 19 to 27 inches, the prime slot size. Some bull reds, stretching up to 30 inches, are also being hooked, adding to the excitement. These redfish are feeding actively across all tide phases, meaning there’s no bad time to fish. The go-to setup for these feisty fighters has been live finger mullet on Carolina rigs or under floats, both of which have proven....
Carolina Beach Local Anglers are reporting: Inshore Anglers are reporting decent catches of finger mullet and red drum. Despite the heat, some days are proving to be excellent for fishing. A majority of the red drum caught are averaging around 22 inches. Using finger mullet as bait on jig heads or Carolina rigs is proving effective. Flounder are present in significant numbers. Speckled trout are being caught occasionally, and the sizes have been impressive. Red drum activity is consistent, even though they're dispersed in their summer patterns. Early morning fishing increases chances due to cooler temperatures. The Cape Fear River is a hotspot for flounder fishing. Bottom-rigging live bait in redfish areas is getting bites. Top water baits and soft plastics are the go-to for speckled trout. Black drum are being caught near hard structures using live shrimp or fiddler crabs. While targeting other species, anglers are encountering a lot....
Carolina Beach Local Anglers are reporting: Surf & Pier Local anglers share that surfcasting has been rewarding with a diverse catch including pompano, whiting, bluefish, pint-sized sharks, and flounder. Bottom fishing enthusiasts, in particular, have reported a steady haul of sizable whiting and bluefish. Inshore The river has seen a huge surge of bait from Bald Head, extending into the downtown area, leading to a heightened red drum activity. Anglers should scout locations like oyster beds, tidal creek mouths, and spoil island cuts for the best outcomes. The increased water clarity from Snows Cut and southward is enhancing the bite. Reports highlight that the river is delivering the most promising inshore action, yielding good numbers of sheepshead around sturdy structures. Red drum and the occasional speckled trout are found in abundance around shell banks and deeper grass lines. Red drum fishing has been particularly successful with live bait including menhaden....
Reports coming in from around the area... Inshore Fishing The inshore fishing scene around Cape Fear and Snows Cut areas has been heating up with some excellent catches reported. Sheepshead have moved back inshore for the summer and have been landing on the ends of local anglers' lines. A few black drum have also been brought in using bottom-rigged fiddler crabs and fresh shrimp. Other species like pinfish and croakers have been abundant. Bluefish are showing up in large numbers inside the inlet, striking at live bait, cut bait, metals, and soft plastics alike. Red drum have been favoring live bait such as menhaden and mud minnows. Anglers have reported success in grass flats with some structure, and shell points on lower tide cycles. Z-Man and Gulp soft plastics have been working wonders on calmer days. There are some good reports of speckled trout in the mornings when high tide....
Surf Fishing Reports Bluefish starting to appear as beachfront water temperatures rise Whiting catch inconsistent, but larger in size Daily mixed bag includes: Black drum Croakers Pompano Occasional sheepshead Inshore Fishing Reports Cape Fear River Red drum broken into smaller groups, staging around structure Schools spreading out, with plenty of smaller reds and slot-sized fish mixed in Best target areas: Shell bottom banks Lower tides Effective bait: Dead shrimp Live mud minnows Black drum mixed in the action Mostly 15-17” fish Staged in similar areas as reds Most productive bait: dead shrimp Speckled trout up to 24 inches caught in early mornings Red drum fishing downriver picking up with pogies in the area Carolina-rigged menhaden effective Black drum in good numbers Shrimp top producing bait (live or dead) Targeting hard bottoms, rocks, oyster shells, and structures Depths: 2' to 12-14' Sheepshead in the same areas Mud or fiddler crabs on....
Here's what's being reported by local fisherman for April: Inshore fishing Inshore fishing has seen anglers successfully targeting red drum in the bays along the Cape Fear, with black drum fishing remaining steady. The recent cold snaps have delayed fish from transitioning into spring patterns, but warmer waters should help change this soon. Speckled trout are present but mostly smaller, and they are expected to become more active as temperatures rise. Offshore Offshore, king mackerel are still found by the Tower, while Atlantic bonito schools are spotted over deeper structures. Black sea bass action has been excellent for those targeting live bottoms and ledges in deeper waters, and good numbers of blackfin tuna and wahoo are present over offshore rocks and ledges. As April progresses, anglers can anticipate increased Atlantic bonito and false albacore action, with early bonito schools already reported in the 3-10+ mile range. Spanish mackerel are also....
We're in the very beginning of spring and as the warming temperatures signal the start of a new season of fishing. The Cape Fear region of North Carolina is known for its diverse fishery, and local anglers are looking forward to the variety of species that will be available in the coming weeks. As water temperatures reach the upper 50s, anglers can expect better numbers of whiting to arrive in the area. These fish can be caught using bottom rigs with bait shrimp in the surf, deeper holes around the inlet, and down around the mouth of the Cape Fear River. Additionally, smaller flounder can also be caught in the surf in the coming weeks. Red drum can be found just about everywhere in the creeks and marshes of the Cape Fear, making them a popular target for anglers. Some schools of red drum can be found staged in shallow....
On the piers a few Virginia mullet, large bluefish, croaker, some small flounder, & shark. In the surf large bluefish, a few Virginia mullet, pompano, red & black drum, small flounder, & shark. Inshore we had a good spring run of Virginia mullet but the big run is over now. Still catching speckled trout, red & black drum, flounder, small croaker, & shark. Offshore on the bottom grouper, snapper, beeliners, black bass, ringtail, grunts, & sharks. Fishing tip of the week: This is the time of year that fishing starts to pick up a little bit in the waterways, river, & bays. But don't forget that it's just May. Don't let your expectations be too high. The good fishing starts when you start seeing lots of minnow & shrimp. This will be around late June through November. That's when you will have some great catches! So if you catch a....
Cape Fear River grand slam, check out the photos with this grand slam. Flounder, Blues, Red Drum, Speckled Trout these guys had a blast. Inshore – the Flounder fishing has been great now the Finger Mullet have finally moved in which is even better. Speckled Trout fishing is still doing well in the Cape Fear River. Red Drum fishing has been good around the docks in the ICW. Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach Inlets have some of these fish in the 30 inch range. Nearshore – right outside the Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach inlets the Spanish are still doing well with a few Kings and Cobia mixed in. Capt Charles Powell Charlie’s Charters 910-279-0966 charliesfishingcharters.com
Hi Folks, Fishing is on fire this past week. Spanish mackerel head the list with reds a close second. We even caught a nice king on a 1/4 oz. “Maria” jig. Please see the photo gallery on my website for all the pics. Now here’s my report: Inshore: Redfishing has heated up and fish are biting very well. Live bait has moved into the area and the reds seem to like it. Flounder are doing well near the inlets and some are biting in Snow’s Cut and the river. A few big bluefish in the 6 pound range have been terrorizing live bait in some of the creeks. Near Shore: Spanish mackerel continue to be the big bite here. Trolling with clarkspoons and bird rigs or casting with small jigs....
The inshore fishing continues to be good with catches of red drum, speckled trout, flounder, black drum, sheephead, spanish mackerel and bluefish. I have been concentrating my efforts on redfish and speckled trout lately and picking up a few flounder, black drum, ladyfish, and bluefish mixed in. The spanish mackerel have been thick right off the beach. The speckled trout bite has slacked off a bit but we are still catching them on the nicer days with light winds. The redfish bite has been good. We just have to cover some water and locate the small schools around oyster points and docks. Some points and docks may produce as many as twelve to fourteen fish. Check out some of the photos from the past couple of weeks. These are just....
Hi Folks, Whew, what a week, plus. We have been fishing everyday and catching too. Flounder, reds and spanish have been our main catches, but lots of other fish are biting as well. Now here’s my report: Inshore: Flounder are biting at the usual spots near the inlets and in the waterway. The river is also producing some nice fish. Live menhaden on carolina rigs work well but don’t hesitate to use GULP SW and a jig head. They catch fish too. Reds have been biting on the falling tide in the ICW and the creeks. chunk bait (any oily fish) will get the job done. Near Shore: Spanish mackerel are THE bite. Possibly the best spanish bite in many years. Clarkspoons trolled on planers and bird rigs, casting jigs....
Fishing tip of the week: This time of year it is a lot of fun to go to the mouth of the Cape Fear River & hook up with large black tip & hammerhead sharks. If you want to catch a 75 to 125 pound shark you need a heavy duty rod & reel, 40 to 60 lb test line, steel leader, & a big hook. For bait I use whatever is available. There is always small fish at the mouth of the river. Just use a pier rig to catch a smaller fish & use the whole fish as bait for shark. Be sure to set your drag. Inshore the flounder bite has picked up. A lot of small speckled trout, bluefish, some red & black drum, a few Virginia mullet,....
Fishing Tip#61420 is about weather conditions. The day before you go fishing it is very important to get a good weather report paying special attention to tides and wind direction. Some fishermen make their mind up where they’re going to fish & don’t take into consideration wind direction. Think about the wind & think about the spot you’re going to fish. Wind direction makes a big difference in how your boat will lay & how rough the water will be. You can always find a good fishing spot out of the wind if you think about wind direction & what direction your spot faces. If you see a spot you’ve never fished at that looks good don’t pass it up, fish it. That’s what makes a good fisherman. You will be....
Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charters
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Seahawk Inshore Fishing Charters
Types of Fishing: inshore, nearshore, and backwater, light tackle fishing
Targeted Fish: Whether it's nearshore fishing for bull redfish or Cobia, sight casting to redfish on the flats, live bait fishing for large flounder in the Cape Fear River, or casting lures to speckled trout in the creeks. Captains Jeff Wolfe and Christian Wolfe were raised on the local backwaters and have the knowledge to put you where the fish are.
No. of Passengers: up to 4
With over 30 years of fishing experience, Captain Charlie Powell is passionate about sharing his knowledge and life experience, guiding you to a fun, memorable and successful Coastal Carolina inshore and near-shore fishing experience.
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Types of Fishing: Inshore and Near-Shore, Sightseeing cruises also available
Targeted Fish: Specializing in flounder, red & black drum, speckle & gray trout, bluefish, Spanish & king mackerel, croakers, spots and many more.
No. of Passengers: up to 6
Wet N Wild & Fish Dance Charters
Wet N Wild is a 54′ Custom Carolina Gillikin and Fish Dance is a 43′ Uniflite Sportfisherman. Both vessels are located at the municipal docks in Carolina Beach, NC. Over thirty years experience. Our professional and friendly crew will do the best job possible to assist you with catching the big ones.
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Wet N Wild & Fish Dance Charters
Types of Fishing: Nearshore, Offshore, Gulfstream, Bottom Fishing, Tournaments
Targeted Fish: King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Barracuda, Amberjack, Shark, Bonita, Mahi-Mahi, Billfish, Black Seabass, Grouper, Snapper
No. of Passengers: We are U.S. Coast Guard approved for groups up to six people.
Captained by Capt. Fred Holland, the Stress Reelief of Carolina Beach, NC is equipped with the latest electronics and fish finding equipment. We provide all rods, reels, bait and tackle to cover near-shore to gulfstream fishing. Private dock with free parking
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Types of Fishing: Specialize in Near Shore fishing
No. of Passengers: Up to 6 people per trip on split or open charters
Targeted Location: Carolina Beach, North Carolina and surrounding areas.
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