First Light Charters
First Light Charters
Welcome to First Light Charters! Come get on the water with us and see what fishing on the Outer Banks is all about! Sure to be a highlight of your vacation! Captain Chris grew up on the Outer Banks and knows the waters and different techniques needed to catch a variety of fish in any season or condition. We will focus on whats been biting and may target Speckled Trout, Red Drum, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Blue Fish, Spanish Mackerel and more! Conditions change quickly along our coast and you can be sure we have the gear on board to adapt to any fishing condition from casting, bottom fishing and dropping on wrecks to trolling. We prioritize fun and filling the cooler and can work with any skill level to get you on the fish!
The First Light is a 2022 24' KenCraft Bay Rider that was custom built specifically for charter fishing and comfort. Come enjoy the ride and take advantage of one of the most spacious and stable inshore fishing boats around.
Once aboard, you are covered by an NC blanket fishing license. We outfit the boat with quality new Penn and Daiwa fishing rods and reels yearly. All tackle and bait are also included. Capt. Chris makes sure all you have to do is cast and reel them in!
Come get on the water with First Light Charters!
Welcome to First Light Charters! Come get on the water with us and see what fishing on the Outer Banks is all about! Sure to be a highlight of your vacation! Captain Chris grew up on the Outer Banks and knows the waters and different techniques needed to catch a variety of fish in any season or condition. We will focus on whats been biting and may target Speckled Trout, Red Drum, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Blue Fish, Spanish Mackerel and more! Conditions change quickly along our coast and you can be sure we have the gear on board to adapt to any fishing condition from casting, bottom fishing and dropping on wrecks to trolling. We prioritize fun and filling the cooler and can work with any skill level to get you on the fish!
The First Light is a 2022 24' KenCraft Bay Rider that was custom built specifically for charter fishing and comfort. Come enjoy the ride and take advantage of one of the most spacious and stable inshore fishing boats around.
Once aboard, you are covered by an NC blanket fishing license. We outfit the boat with quality new Penn and Daiwa fishing rods and reels yearly. All tackle and bait are also included. Capt. Chris makes sure all you have to do is cast and reel them in!
Come get on the water with First Light Charters!
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Everytime we visit the OBX I book a trip with Captain Chris of First Light Charters for my husband and son. Were from PA where its all fresh water fishing and they truly enjoy the salt life with Chris aboard the boat. He works his tail off to put you on fish and makes it an all around enjoyable experience. Hes also top notch when it comes to fish cooking advice FYI!
Thanks Julie! Always a good time with the boys! Glad the fish was good!
Captain Chris was fantastic and I highly recommend going on his fishing charters! We were able to catch some fish during our 3 hour trip, and the whole experience was perfect for our group.
Appreciate you taking time to write a review! Was nice meeting yall and showing you around!
My father in law and I went out with Chris and had a great time! We caught 6 sheepshead and my father in law caught one that got him a citation! The captain said it was the biggest ever caught on his boat. Chris is extremely knowledgeable and the day was perfect out on the water catching fish to bring home for dinner. Thanks Captain Chris!
Thanks guys! always a pleasure!
Captain Chris wa fantastic! He was patient with three young fishermen. He picked good places to fish and used different methods for the best chance for success. We caught some fish that we had cleaned there and took them to the marina restaurant where the cooked them for lunch. It was a great day.
Thanks very much for taking the time to write a review. Enjoyed fishing and chatting with yall!
Capt Chris was awesome. Very informative and patient with the kids. I would highly recommend Chris for a great day on the water.
Thank you! Enjoyed having them on the boat!
FAQs about First Light Charters
- US $350 per group - 2 Hour Trip – Family Fun (2 hours)
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour Summer Special (3 hours)
- US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Occasionally we will catch our own bait at the start of the trip before looking for targeted species. Some days we just need extra to be successful. It's an easy hands on process and enjoyable for everyone.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (fish cleaner at the dock)
- Fishing license (Everyone on board is covered with a fishing license for the duration of the trip.)
- Inshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
- Weakfish
Your captain
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I grew up on the Outer Banks fishing, surfing, and hunting. Taking advantage of what the ocean or the sound has to offer is a daily endeavor living here! Running a full time fishing charter has always been a dream of mine and I will give 110% to make sure everyone has a great time!
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I grew up on the Outer Banks fishing, surfing, and hunting. Taking advantage of what the ocean or the sound has to offer is a daily endeavor living here! Running a full time fishing charter has always been a dream of mine and I will give 110% to make sure everyone has a great time!
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How cancellations work
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.
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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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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
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