Family Ties Charters 

4.8/5 (15 reviews)
 Annie Drive, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, United States

Family Ties Charters 

Carolina Beach, NC, United States
26 ft
4
4.8/5 (15 reviews)

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.

Barry Bierstedt
Captain
Barry Bierstedt
24 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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Cruise and Island hopping
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 1
US $300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 21
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Shark (Hammerhead)
+4
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 hour Half day nearshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Bluefish (Tailor)
Shark (Tope)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Bottomfishing
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Seabass (Black)
Grouper (Gag)
+5
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Combo
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
7 hour 3/4 Day Trip - Trolling
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+4
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 hour Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.8
15 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Ryan Musgrave
Ryan Musgrave
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Citation Worthy Trip!
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on July 25, 20263 adults

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!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Charles Vermeyen
Charles Vermeyen
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
A+++ effort!
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on June 26, 20254 adults

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!

Michael Graham
Michael Graham
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on July 26, 20243 adults

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.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Great Barracuda
Amberjack
Isaac Carroll
Isaac Carroll
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
3.0
Verified
Fishing with Barry
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on September 20, 20253 adults

Jason  Wildt
Jason Wildt
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Great time had by all!
5 hour Half Day Trip nearshore (AM) on August 25, 20222 adults1 child

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.

FAQs about Family Ties Charters

Family Ties Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - Cruise and Island hopping (3 hours)
  • 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)
When you book a trip with Family Ties Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Family Ties Charters include:
  • 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. )
Family Ties Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (1 to 20 miles)
  • Offshore fishing (20-35 miles)
  • Reef fishing
Family Ties Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Family Ties Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Pink)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Barry Bierstedt
Barry Bierstedt
Barry Bierstedt

Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States

4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018

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.

4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018

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.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Pink Snapper
Pink Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
ProKat
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
Suzuki 4 Stroke
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
1 to 20 miles
Offshore Fishing
20-35 miles
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Outriggers
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

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.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
All ages welcome; vests provided
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

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:

 Cash

 PayPal

 Checks

What’s biting in Carolina Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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