Breadman Ventures Guide Service 

4.8
(26 reviews)
 North Carolina 172 1156, North Topsail Beach, NC 28445, United States–

Breadman Ventures Guide Service 

North Topsail Beach, NC, United States
–
22 ft
4
4.8
(26 reviews)

Based in Holly Ridge NC, Breadman Ventures Guide Service offers year-round adventures! Join Captain Allen, who's been fishing these waters his entire life. Besides guiding fishing trips, he's also participated in lots of fishing tournaments, so he knows this sport from every different angle, and has many tips and tricks to share.

You'll be fishing on a 22' Simmons Custom Boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This flats boat is powered by a 300 HP Mercury engine and quickly reaches high speed, so you'll get to your fishing spot in no time. The boat also has a wireless trolling motor, dual Power Poles, Bob's Jackplate and navigational electronics.

Captain Allen specializes in catching Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder in the shallow backwaters of the area. You'll mainly use the light tackle spinning technique and when in season, Flounder gigging. You can release the catch or choose to keep it if you're going to eat it later.

All fishing equipment is included in the price, as well as your fishing licenses. You can bring your food, drinks, and sun protection. If you have any special requests, get in touch with the captain before the trip.

Whether you are a beginner, hardcore, or just looking for a relaxing day on the water, Breadman Ventures can customize a trip to meet your needs. Just pick a date! Trips are also available on the Neuse and Pamlico for Rockfish, Speckled Trout, and Redfish.

Based in Holly Ridge NC, Breadman Ventures Guide Service offers year-round adventures! Join Captain Allen, who's been fishing these waters his entire life. Besides guiding fishing trips, he's also participated in lots of fishing tournaments, so he knows this sport from every different angle, and has many tips and tricks to share.

You'll be fishing on a 22' Simmons Custom Boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This flats boat is powered by a 300 HP Mercury engine and quickly reaches high speed, so you'll get to your fishing spot in no time. The boat also has a wireless trolling motor, dual Power Poles, Bob's Jackplate and navigational electronics.

Captain Allen specializes in catching Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder in the shallow backwaters of the area. You'll mainly use the light tackle spinning technique and when in season, Flounder gigging. You can release the catch or choose to keep it if you're going to eat it later.

All fishing equipment is included in the price, as well as your fishing licenses. You can bring your food, drinks, and sun protection. If you have any special requests, get in touch with the captain before the trip.

Whether you are a beginner, hardcore, or just looking for a relaxing day on the water, Breadman Ventures can customize a trip to meet your needs. Just pick a date! Trips are also available on the Neuse and Pamlico for Rockfish, Speckled Trout, and Redfish.

Allen Jernigan
Captain
Allen Jernigan
18 years of experience
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
2 hour Dolphin Cruise
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $300
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:15 AM
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Afternoon half day trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:15 AM
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.8
26 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (64)

Reviews (26)

  • Colin Fulgenzi
    Colin Fulgenzi
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Guide Hands Down

    Half Day Trip on April 4, 2026 • 4 adults

    It’s hard to say what the best part was… maybe the fish we caught maybe the jokes Allen told maybe it was the weather or maybe it was how Allen showed up for church the next day to listen to me and my buddy play for the first time on Easter Sunday! I will definitely be coming back time and time again to bring my family and friends and catch more fish Seriously this guy knows what he’s doing and can get the fish to bite even on the slow days. Did I mention he has a nice sound system on the boat?

  • Dustin Harris
    Dustin Harris
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Had a great time

    Afternoon half day trip on July 5, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    The fishing started slow, but the Captain refused to give up until he got us on some fish. I'm happy just being on the water with a line in, but my kids want to catch fish and he made sure they did that.

  • John Akins
    John Akins
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt. was great.

    Half Day Trip on October 18, 2025 • 4 adults

    He knew where the fish were at and what bait to throw at them. He was extremely patient with my wife who is not a avid angler but is starting to take up the sport. The boat was in great working order with plenty of room for everyone. Can't wait to go back out with him possibly this winter.

  • Matt Gray
    Matt Gray
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2019
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Solid charter

    Half Day Trip on July 25, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Allen was great with our kids. He worked hard all morning to get us on the fish. I’ll be booking this charter again and would recommend to the seasoned fisher as well as a novice crew!

  • Shawn Young
    Shawn Young
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    We Caught fish!

    Half Day Trip on March 29, 2024 • 2 adults

    Conditions were far from perfect. Cold morning, windy, and had a lot of cold rain coming off of a cold front last night. The Captain Allen was awesome. His boat was awesome. The gear worked perfectly. Even with the not so great conditions, Allen put us on some Reddrum and Blackdrum. The wife and I had a blast. Going back out with him next time I get a chance.

  • Jennifer Hartsell
    Jennifer Hartsell
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    May fishing trip

    Full Day Trip on May 10, 2025 • 4 adults

    We had a great time and caught some really nice fish. We will be going on another trip soon. Allen really knows how to get on some fish.

  • Steve Boozer
    Steve Boozer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water with Captain Allen

    Full Day Trip on August 8, 2022 • 4 adults

    Captain Allen was very nice to us right from the start and very accommodating. His SCM boat rode and handled the water great. Allen was able to put us on redfish right away. We honestly lost track of the number of redfish we caught today. A few times we had large schools of redfish swim right up and around us. And they were still willing to bite on our spoons -one cast after the next. We caught the bonus shark on a spoon at the end of the day. Beautiful scenery all around. You can tell that Allen has been on this water his whole life and he was able pass on some knowledge of how to spot the fish and approach them etc. I can’t wait until the next time. The fishing tackle was also top notch and smooth to use.

  • Kevin Smalley
    Kevin Smalley
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Full Day with Capt. Allen

    Full Day Trip on February 27, 2023 • 1 adult

    Right from the start Capt. Allen had us on the fish. A cold front had gone through the day before and the Reds were a little tight lipped, we still got it done. That wasn't enough for him and we kept looking for more cooperative fish, he is not a quitter! Was a great day, he is good company and has a wealth of knowledge. You won't be disappointed.

  • Toni Jernigan
    Toni Jernigan
    Member since 2025
    5.0

    Full day trip with Captain Allen

    Full Day Trip on September 27, 2022

    This was by far the hardest working guide I have ever met. He goes out of his way to find the fish and to make sure you have an amazing experience. I appreciate him teaching me the ins and outs of certain lures and about the conservation of the entire fishery. I also love how he will also take the time to take people to a sand bar to cool off and collect shells.

  • Matthew Simmons
    Matthew Simmons
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with captain mike

    Half Day Trip on June 8, 2023 • 4 adults • 1 child

    It rained most of the morning on use but Mike would not give up he kept moving around and we fought through it until the sun come out and we hooked up.i would definitely recommend these guys

FAQs about Breadman Ventures Guide Service

Breadman Ventures Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group - 2 hour Dolphin Cruise (2 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Afternoon half day trip (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Breadman Ventures Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Breadman Ventures Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Fishing license (Saltwater License only)
Breadman Ventures Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Breadman Ventures Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Flounder gigging
Top targeted fish species with Breadman Ventures Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Allen Jernigan
Allen Jernigan
North Topsail Beach, North Carolina, United States
4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
31 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2022
I have been fishing the coastal waters of NC both recreationally and commercially my entire life. I now run lite tackle inshore guided trips and am based out of the Topsail Area targeting redfish and speckled trout with artificial lures. Trips are also available on the Neuse River and Pamlico Sound. I also compete on the redfish tournament trails from here to Louisiana and have many wins and top finishes under my belt. Breadman Ventures Guide Service has also been featured in a multitude of publications both regional and nationally over the years. Articles ranging anywhere from targeting trophy speckled trout to flounder gigging.
Allen Jernigan
Allen Jernigan
Fully verified
4
reports
31
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
I have been fishing the coastal waters of NC both recreationally and commercially my entire life. I now run lite tackle inshore guided trips and am based out of the Topsail Area targeting redfish and speckled trout with artificial lures. Trips are also available on the Neuse River and Pamlico Sound. I also compete on the redfish tournament trails from here to Louisiana and have many wins and top finishes under my belt. Breadman Ventures Guide Service has also been featured in a multitude of publications both regional and nationally over the years. Articles ranging anywhere from targeting trophy speckled trout to flounder gigging.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Todd S.
    Todd S.
  • A family proudly displays their catch of Redfish on the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Dustin H.
    Dustin H.
    The fishing started slow, but the Captain refused to give up until he got us on some fish. I'm happy just being on the water with a line in, but my kids want to catch fish and he made sure they did that.
  • Young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Colin F.
    Colin F.
    It’s hard to say what the best part was… maybe the fish we caught maybe the jokes Allen told maybe it was the weather or maybe it was how Allen showed up for church the next day to listen to me and my buddy play for the first time on Easter Sunday! I will definitely be coming back time and time again to bring my family and friends and catch more fish Seriously this guy knows what he’s doing and can get the fish to bite even on the slow days. Did I mention he has a nice sound system on the boat?
  • A group of four anglers poses with a successful catch of multiple Speckled Trout displayed on the boat's deck after a night fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    John A.
    John A.
    He knew where the fish were at and what bait to throw at them. He was extremely patient with my wife who is not a avid angler but is starting to take up the sport. The boat was in great working order with plenty of room for everyone. Can't wait to go back out with him possibly this winter.
  • A family proudly displaying their catch of striped bass at the dock, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Matt G.
    Matt G.
    Captain Allen was great with our kids. He worked hard all morning to get us on the fish. I’ll be booking this charter again and would recommend to the seasoned fisher as well as a novice crew!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a Redfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Its been a busy week and we have seen the hottest temps of the year so far. The fish didn't mid at all. We had several days this week of 20+ redfish and black drum landed. We are sightfishing large schools of redfish with topwater plugs and spoons. For the black drum fresh NC shrimp is the ticket.
  • An angler proudly displaying a Redfish while fishing in a coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Its been a lot of fun over the last week! Our redfish are coming on topwater plugs, soft plastics and spoons. Black drum on cut shrimp.
  • A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of various fish, including striped bass and redfish, on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Drum
    We've had 7 or 8" of much needed rain the past few days but headed into the weather it was just as good as it gets. We had a prefrontal bite and really whacked the redfish on topwater plugs and gold spoons. My clients got to witness their first redfish tailing and floating.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Jennifer H.
    Jennifer H.
    We had a great time and caught some really nice fish. We will be going on another trip soon. Allen really knows how to get on some fish.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum caught during a fishing trip, set against a clear blue sky.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Black Drum
    Josh M.
    Josh M.
    We had a lot of fun and we would recommend him for anyone looking to catch fish and have fun.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2011
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Simmons Custom Boats
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
75 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Flounder Gigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Fishing license
Saltwater License only

How cancellations work

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
No age limit, but recommend 4-5 year old at the youngest.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
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