Family Ties Charters
Family Ties Charters
Family Ties Charters is a "family" first company. We specialize in nearshore and offshore adventures for the most exciting fish species around. Join Capt. Barry on your next vacation and have a fun day out on the water. Unfortunately, we do not have the ability to clean your catch. All fish are taken home whole.
Spend your morning checking the bite nearshore or spend your whole day battling big fish up to 35 miles offshore. Hardcore anglers to novice fishermen, everyone is welcome to join in the adventure.
The ‘Family Ties’ is a 26’ ProKat boat. She was built in 2008 and has plenty of space for up to 4 to 6 anglers. The Family Ties comes powered by twin **hidden content**hp Suzuki 4 Strokes engines and can cruise at 30 knots. She is fully rigged with electronics and professional accessories to aid your search for the fish.
Your day with Family Ties Charters will see you slow trolling for Pelagics, along with bottom fishing and fast trolling. Live bait fishing is also possible when the conditions allow.
You will be targeting Bonito, Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish, Bluefish, False Albacore, Amberjack, Barracuda, Grouper, Black Seabass, Snapper, and Mahi Mahi if you don’t want to go too far out. If you are up to a challenge, the list of your potential catches will also include Sailfish.
All you have to do is bring your family with you and hop on board. All rods, reels, tackle, lures, and licenses will be provided by the captain. Fish cleaning is not included.
Family Ties Charters is a "family" first company. We specialize in nearshore and offshore adventures for the most exciting fish species around. Join Capt. Barry on your next vacation and have a fun day out on the water. Unfortunately, we do not have the ability to clean your catch. All fish are taken home whole.
Spend your morning checking the bite nearshore or spend your whole day battling big fish up to 35 miles offshore. Hardcore anglers to novice fishermen, everyone is welcome to join in the adventure.
The ‘Family Ties’ is a 26’ ProKat boat. She was built in 2008 and has plenty of space for up to 4 to 6 anglers. The Family Ties comes powered by twin **hidden content**hp Suzuki 4 Strokes engines and can cruise at 30 knots. She is fully rigged with electronics and professional accessories to aid your search for the fish.
Your day with Family Ties Charters will see you slow trolling for Pelagics, along with bottom fishing and fast trolling. Live bait fishing is also possible when the conditions allow.
You will be targeting Bonito, Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish, Bluefish, False Albacore, Amberjack, Barracuda, Grouper, Black Seabass, Snapper, and Mahi Mahi if you don’t want to go too far out. If you are up to a challenge, the list of your potential catches will also include Sailfish.
All you have to do is bring your family with you and hop on board. All rods, reels, tackle, lures, and licenses will be provided by the captain. Fish cleaning is not included.
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Anglers' gallery (26)
Reviews (15)
Ryan Musgrave•
North Carolina, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedCitation Worthy Trip!
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on July 25, 2026 • 3 adultsHad the most epic experience with Barry and my crew. Barry is a solid captain who is humble, knowledgeable, and incredibly respurceful. We caught a 33 lb King Mackerel and a 4.7 lb Spanish Mackerel!
Charles Vermeyen•Georgia, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedA+++ effort!
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on June 26, 2025 • 4 adultsCaptain Barry made a huge effort to insure a safe, fun and successful trip for all of us! We highly recommend him for an excellent charter!
Michael Graham•West Virginia, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedGreat day on the water
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on July 26, 2024 • 3 adultsMy friends and I had a great time on our trip. Captain Barry is very knowledgeable and patient, couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Will definitely be booking another charter.
Jason Wildt•North Carolina, USMember since 20225.0VerifiedGreat time had by all!
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on August 25, 2022 • 3 adults • 1 childMorning started off without a hitch Captain was ready to go. He had us on fish early on we caught probably 30 or so. For my boys first time charter it was perfect. Plenty of action captain was easy going and relatable. He is a 2nd generation captain and he knows these waters very well.
Bradford K Webster•Virginia, USMember since 20215.0VerifiedFull day
10 hour Full Day Trip on August 11, 2021 • 3 adultsCaptain Barry was Awesome ! He provided a full day of fishing and let us split the day from trolling to bottom fishing and we caught fish on both ends . Had a great time and recommend Family ties charters to anyone looking for an angling experience:)
Ray PapeRepeat angler•Michigan, US•Member since 20182 trips5.0VerifiedLots of fish and a comfortable boat
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on June 23, 2018 • 2 adultsBarry did a great job of putting us into fish very quickly. We caught a fun variety of King Mackerel, Spanish mackerel and sharks. At one point we had a triple and then a double back to back! The boat is a smooth ride and handles the waves with ease. And when the waves kicked up and my daughter turned a little green, he was very understanding and headed back to the dock. It was a great trip and I would definitely go with Family Ties Charters again!
Shelby Jones•North Carolina, USMember since 20225.0VerifiedHalf Day
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on July 14, 2022 • 4 adults • 2 childrenCapt Berry work hard to make our day a great experience. Would book him again.
Isaac Carroll•North Carolina, USMember since 20253.0VerifiedFishing with Barry
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on September 20, 2025 • 3 adults
Joshua ChaconRepeat angler•North Carolina, US•Member since 20194 trips5.0VerifiedJuly fishing trip
7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Combo on July 25, 2021 • 1 adult- Jeff Walker•North Carolina, USMember since 20215.0Verified
July fishing trip
7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Combo on July 14, 2021 • 3 adults • 1 child
Rating
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All reviews (15)
Had the most epic experience with Barry and my crew. Barry is a solid captain who is humble, knowledgeable, and incredibly respurceful. We caught a 33 lb King Mackerel and a 4.7 lb Spanish Mackerel!
Captain Barry made a huge effort to insure a safe, fun and successful trip for all of us! We highly recommend him for an excellent charter!
My friends and I had a great time on our trip. Captain Barry is very knowledgeable and patient, couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Will definitely be booking another charter.
Morning started off without a hitch Captain was ready to go. He had us on fish early on we caught probably 30 or so. For my boys first time charter it was perfect. Plenty of action captain was easy going and relatable. He is a 2nd generation captain and he knows these waters very well.
Capt Berry work hard to make our day a great experience. Would book him again.
FAQs about Family Ties Charters
- US $600 per group - 5 hour Half day nearshore (PM) (5 hours)
- US $600 per group - 5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) (5 hours)
- US $900 per group - 7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Bottomfishing (7 hours)
- US $900 per group - 7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Combo (7 hours)
- US $900 per group - 7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Trolling (7 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - 10 hour Full Day Trip (10 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Prepared beforehand/caught on the trip)
- Lures
- Fishing license (All guest are covered under our fishing license that is good for the trip. )
- Nearshore fishing (1 to 20 miles)
- Offshore fishing (20-35 miles)
- Reef fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Drift fishing
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Bonito
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Gag)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Snapper (Pink)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
- Spanish Mackerel
Your captain
Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States
Barry Bierstedt is a second generation captain and fisherman. He began fishing offshore at a young age of 6 and tried commercial fishing at 8. Barry was introduced to charter fishing by his father and has never looked back. Fishing is not only his great passion; it's a way of life. Barry loves the waters and sharing his knowledge with others.
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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