Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters

Visit Wanchese, North Carolina and join us aboard the Shine Eye Girl for a fishing experience of a lifetime! The “Shine Eye Girl” is a staple of outer banks charter fishing history. Built by Warren O’Neal in 1960, she was a revolutionary vessel of her time and she paved the way for modern-day sportfishing. She’s since been restored (2015) and recently repowered (2021) to provide a modernized yet classic fishing experience. The boat’s fully equipped with up-to-date technology and top-of-the-line gear to make sure you maximize your chances of finding and catching fish.

Captain Josh Brindley was born and raised right here on the outer banks and has numerous years of fishing experience. He and the crew will provide you with a safe and enjoyable day on the water and give the extra effort to make sure you go home with fish for dinner!

Your trip starts on a 40’ Warren O’Neal flybridge that can sit up to 6 guests. The boat runs on a 450 HP Cummins 8.3 engine and uses comprehensive navigation technology. It’s fishing gear includes a fighting chair, outriggers, downriggers, and a livewell, as well as a large fish box for your catch.

Fish cleaning seevoces are offered at the marina for a fee

Some of the many species you can chase are Mahi Mahi, Black Seabass, White Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, Wahoo, Redfish, and Cobia. Using light and heavy tackle, you can bottom and deep sea fish, troll, spin, jig, pop, and even kite fish. You decide if you’ll keep the fish you catch and you’re welcome to bring kids aboard.

Captain Josh will cover you for all the tackle, lures, and fishing licenses, so just bring some food and drinks before you leave.

Pay a visit to Shine Eye Girl Charters and have an unforgettable fishing experience!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Fall/Spring (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Apr 30
    US $650
    This is a 4-hour trip either trolling in the sound for Striped Bass or bottom fishing in the ocean for Seabass and Dog Shark. This trip runs seasonally and is dictated by the weather and regulations. The fall and spring months on the outer banks can be quite chilly so be sure to dress warmly. Also, the price does not include a 20% tip for the mate.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Dogfish
    Dogfish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Fall/Spring (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Apr 30
    US $650
    This is a 4-hour trip either trolling in the sound for Striped Bass or bottom fishing in the ocean for Seabass and Dog Shark. This trip runs seasonally and is dictated by the weather and regulations. The fall and spring months on the outer banks can be quite chilly so be sure to dress warmly. Also, the price does not include a 20% tip for the mate.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Dogfish
    Dogfish
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Trip – Inshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    US $1,200
    A 5-hour morning fishing trip that's perfect for the whole family. You'll depart at 6:00 a.m. and return at 11:00 p.m. You'll typically be trolling close to the beaches for species like Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Red Drum. The captain provides all rods, reels, tackle, bait, and ice, as well as your fishing license. All you need are your drinks and snacks as well as a cooler for your catch. Keep in mind that the price doesn't include a 20% tip for the mate.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    1/2 Day Trip – Inshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    US $1,200
    A 5-hour afternoon fishing trip that's perfect for the whole family. You'll depart at 12:00 p.m. and return at 5:00 p.m. You'll typically be trolling close to the beaches for species like Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and Red Drum. The captain provides all rods, reels, tackle, bait, and ice, as well as your fishing license. All you need are your drinks and snacks as well as a cooler for your catch. Keep in mind that the price doesn't include a 20% tip for the mate.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Whiting
    Whiting
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Nearshore
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 20 - Oct 31
    US $2,000
    This is a full day trip that allows the time to target some of the more exotic species we have to offer that are relatively close to shore (20 miles). We can troll or bottom fish with both dead and live bait for fish like mahi mahi, king mackerel, amberjack, and even sharks. This is the perfect trip for the family group that has some experience and wants larger and more exotic fish.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
  • Private trip
    Full Day Ocean Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $2,200
    This is a full-day bottom fishing trip where we will fish for species such as black sea bass, amberjack, blueline tilefish, golden tilefish, blackbelly rosefish, and even swordfish. These trips are very weather dependent and some species are regulated by seasons. All rods, reels, bait. tackle, ice, and licenses are provided. All you need to bring is a cooler for your catch and any food or drinks you may want. Price of the trip does not include a 20% tip for the mate.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tilefish
    Tilefish
    Grouper (Snowy)
    Snowy Grouper
  • Private trip
    Full Day–Offshore- Deep Sea
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    11 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    US $2,400
    A 12-hour deep sea fishing experience trolling in the Gulf Stream for species such as Tuna, Dolphin, Wahoo, Marlin, and King Mackerel anywhere from 20-50 miles offshore. Departing from Wanchese at 5:00 a.m. and returning at 5:00 p.m. You're covered for all the rods, reels, tackle, bait, ice, as well as fishing licenses. Bring nothing but drinks and snacks as well as a cooler for your catch. The available species vary depending on the season or weather. Please, remember to give the first mate a 20% tip.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Marlin (White)
    White Marlin
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
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FAQs about Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters

Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip – Fall/Spring (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip – Fall/Spring (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 1/2 Day Trip – Inshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 1/2 Day Trip – Inshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - Full Day Trip – Nearshore (10 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group - Full Day Ocean Bottom Fishing (10 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - Full Day–Offshore- Deep Sea (11 hours)

When you book a trip with Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet We do have a private bathroom with working toilet and sink
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate (We will always have a first mate available as they will help load and dock the boat as well as assist with the catching and handling of the fish and bait. Our mate works very hard and tips of %20 or more are mandatory )
  • Fishing License (All licenses are covered by the boats blanket license and are covered in the price of the trip )

Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (On average our offshore trips are about 40 miles from the inlet and about 28 miles from land )
  • Wreck Fishing

Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Shine Eye Girl OBX Charters include:
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Redfish
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Josh Brindley
Wanchese, North Carolina, United States
53 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since September 2021
Captain Josh is a lifetime fisherman with 15 years of charter fishing experience, born and raised here on the outer banks.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Warren oneal (Sportfishing) originally built in 1960, and restored in 2015. Powered by a 450HP Cummins engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 18 knots.

Length
40 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
On average our offshore trips are about 40 miles from the inlet and about 28 miles from land
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
We do have a private bathroom with working toilet and sink
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
We will always have a first mate available as they will help load and dock the boat as well as assist with the catching and handling of the fish and bait. Our mate works very hard and tips of %20 or more are mandatory
Fishing License
All licenses are covered by the boats blanket license and are covered in the price of the trip

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
Children off all ages are always welcome but please no more than 3 young children per supervising adult
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
PayPal
Checks
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 53 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
November fishing trip
Half Day with Captain Josh
AM Half Day Inshore
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Angler rating
49
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
86%
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Steve F.
Appleton, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Offshore

VERIFIED   Full Day–Offshore- Deep Sea on May 12, 2023
Our family had a great time offshore. We caught 4 Yellowfin and 2 Mahi. We all were very satisfied with the catch and impressed...
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Christopher H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing trip in April

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Fall/Spring (AM) on April 5, 2023
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Michael R.
Scherr, WV
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day (PM) with Captain Josh

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on July 13, 2022
Had a great afternoon fishing with Captain Josh and mate Chris. Started by trolling nearshore for ribbon fish. After a couple...
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Tyler M.
Washington, District Of Columbia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day with Captain Josh

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on August 9, 2022
Can’t thank Captain Josh and 1st Mate Chris enough for a great morning of fishing! Captain Josh gave us plenty of options...
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Joe D.
Baltimore, Maryland
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Afternoon half day trip with Josh Brindley

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on June 8, 2022
Had a great trip with Josh and Chris.  Was a tough day on the water but they never gave up and got us on some good fishing....
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