If you’re in the market for a day to remember, look no further than Goin Anyways SportFishing.
Species like Cobia, Spadefish, Black Drum, Redfish, Black Seabass, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Tautog, Sheepshead, Bull Shark, and more can be found in these waters, depending on conditions. For these species, you’re likely to troll, bottom fish, or sight-fish to catch them.
Capt. James and crew are happy to have kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. You’re welcome to bring snacks!
Your excursion begins aboard a 29’ Topaz sportfishing boat with a capacity for 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.
First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it’s customary to offer them a 20% tip.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your captain and mate will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It’s always wise to bring sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
If you have any questions about fishing with Goin Anyways SportFishing, you can send Capt. James a message down below.
Captain
James Carroll
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Good experience
50%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
50%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
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Half day trip (AM) on July 31, 2024
Both Mike and James made this very enjoyable. I haven’t fished on a boat in over a decade so it took me a while to get use to it again. They made it fun helped me and gave me good advice, overall had a great time. Thanks to Mike and James I was able to catch the my first sport fish in 10 years. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is interested in fishing. I look forward to the next opportunity to fish with them. Thanks captains James and Mike for a wonderful time fishing.
Both Mike and James made this very enjoyable. I haven’t fished on a boat in over a decade so it took me a while to get use to it again. They made it fun helped me and gave me good advice, overall had a great time. Thanks to Mike and James I was able to catch the my first sport fish in 10 years. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is interested in fishing. I look forward to the next opportunity to fish with them. Thanks captains James and Mike for a wonderful time fishing.
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10 Hour Trip – Wreck Fishing on June 19, 2024
Captain James and First Mate Mike did a great job at putting us on the fish yesterday. We caught several Blues and Spanish Mackerel. We caught a few Cobia, but none big enough to put in the box. James and Mike definitely put in their best efforts to get us a keeper, but it just wasn’t our day. We will definitely go with them again if our travels bring us this way in the future!!!
Captain James and First Mate Mike did a great job at putting us on the fish yesterday. We caught several Blues and Spanish Mackerel. We caught a few Cobia, but none big enough to put in the box. James and Mike definitely put in their best efforts to get us a keeper, but it just wasn’t our day. We will definitely go with them again if our travels bring us this way in the future!!!
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Half day trip (AM) on June 16, 2024
When out on this boat for 8 hr trip on Fathers day for spade fish and other's fish that we might catch. The captain the mate was great. Didn’t catch those big spade fish that I wanted but did catch 15. Had the mate clean it for us when I got back to the dock and it was terrible. When I got home, several fillets had chunks of skins still on them and a lot of fish scales on them as well. Other than that, the trip was fun and that great time. Next time, I will fillet it myself.
When out on this boat for 8 hr trip on Fathers day for spade fish and other's fish that we might catch. The captain the mate was great. Didn’t catch those big spade fish that I wanted but did catch 15. Had the mate clean it for us when I got back to the dock and it was terrible. When I got home, several fillets had chunks of skins still on them and a lot of fish scales on them as well. Other than that, the trip was fun and that great time. Next time, I will fillet it myself.
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Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Operating a 29' Topaz Sportfisher, Capt. James ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Norfolk, Virginia. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radar
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Fishing License
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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 2.5% charge will apply.