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Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I

Are you ready to have a fishing adventure? Then you’ve come to the right place. Book a trip with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters today for a trip you won’t forget in a hurry. Captain Patrick Kelly has decades of experience and has been a leader in his community in promoting fishing for the next generation.

Step on board his 22’ Pathfinder. This boat can have you and 3 fishing friends on comfortably at the same time – no time is wasted once you’re on the water! With a 200 HP Yamaha engine on board and full navigational equipment, you are sure to be on top of the fish before you know it.

The main targets on these trips are Redfish, Flounder, and Trout. No matter your age and experience level there is a fish out here with your name on it. Children over 3 are welcome on board and there are life vests for them. Capt. Patrick runs a kids fishing camp too, so you know that when your kids fish with him they will have a great time and learn the tricks of the trade too.

Top quality rods and reels from St Croix and Shimano are included in the price – these won’t let you down when reeling in your trophy fish. Live bait is also provided and will usually be prepared before the trip. Even your fishing license for the day is included. You are welcome to bring along your own food and drink.

Book now for an unforgettable trip with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters. You’ll leave with a smile on your face and a delicious fish for dinner – what more could you ask for?



FAQs about Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I

Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – August (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip (7AM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)

When you book a trip with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (St Croix rods, Shimano reels. )
  • Live Bait (Usually prepared before the trip)
  • Lures (Gulps)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will bag them .)
  • Fishing License (Got you covered for Sc and NC)

Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (ICW)
  • Inshore Fishing (You can see land)
  • Nearshore Fishing (You can see land)
  • Flats Fishing (Super shallow fishing)
  • Backcountry Fishing (We fishaway from people most times)

Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (20 pound line is most common)
  • Spinning (Easiest to use)
  • Jigging (Bouncing or jigging live or artificial baits)
  • Popping (Popping corks with luve or artificial baits)
  • Fly Fishing (Bring your own equipment)

Top targeted fish species with Captain Smiley Fishing Charters I include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Patrick Kelly
Little River, South Carolina, United States
30 Fishing Reports
25 Customer reviews
Member since October 2018
Captain Patrick Kelly has been operating Captain Smiley Fishing Charters for 18 years and has been an operator for 28 years. He offers a first class service and quality gear. He knows all about the best restaurants, hotels, and places to see in this area. He truly knows the area like the back of his hand. He founded ‘Captain Smiley Inshore Slamming Festival,' a festival/tournament he hosts to raise money for charity, people in need, veterans, and hurricane survivors. He’s also a river keeper- which means they do river sweeps, and other community-friendly acts. He also has a kids fishing camp for 8-17 year olds, where he educates them about fish and fishing. He is a pillar of the community and in showing the next generation how to fish.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Boat specs

Pathfinder (Bay boat) originally built in 2012. Powered by a 200HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
ICW
Inshore Fishing
You can see land
Nearshore Fishing
You can see land
Flats Fishing
Super shallow fishing
Backcountry Fishing
We fishaway from people most times

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
20 pound line is most common
Spinning
Easiest to use
Jigging
Bouncing or jigging live or artificial baits
Popping
Popping corks with luve or artificial baits
Fly Fishing
Bring your own equipment

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
St Croix rods, Shimano reels.
Live Bait
Usually prepared before the trip
Lures
Gulps
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will bag them .
Fishing License
Got you covered for Sc and NC

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Min. age 3, life vests provided
You Keep Catch
Only legal fish
Catch and Release Allowed
Yes we can let them go and catch next time

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 24 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
Half Day Trip with Captain Smiley
Most recent with Capt Curtis 5\/28\/21
BIG RED! 5\/28\/21
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Paul M.
Davidson, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day with Capt Curtis 5/28/21

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – August on May 28, 2021
We have booked (3) different trips with Capt. Smiley (Patrick) and his Team. All excellent Capt’s Chris, Curtis and Patrick....
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Richard P.
High Point, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Patrick

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 16, 2022
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Joe S.
Edwardsville, PA
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip with Captain Smiley

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on October 19, 2021
Had a whole lot of fun on our trip with The Captain including bringing home that lovely flounder. Can’t wait to come back...
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Alexis H.
Stoneboro, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain smith

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – August on May 20, 2021
It was a great experience! Our captain was very friendly and enjoyable to spend the day with. Learned a lot and caught some...
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Jodie E.
Raymore, MO
Excellent
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Fishing with Patrick

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 19, 2020
We caught several trout and the captain filet them and the marina cooked them.  It was delicious!  After 5 hours of fishing...
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