Goin Anyways SportFishing 

4.5/5 (3 reviews)
 4524 Dunning Road, Norfolk, VA 23518, United States
4.5/5 (3 reviews)
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4524 Dunning Road
Norfolk, VA, United States
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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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.5/5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.3/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (9)

Great time
Great day at Chesapeake Bay!
Great day at Chesapeake Bay!
+6

Angler rating

2
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

50%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

50%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Will M.
Will M.
5.0/5

Jul 31, 2024

Half day trip (AM)

Great time

VERIFIED

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...  

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 Will M. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 Will M. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Brian R.
Brian R.
5.0/5

Jun 19, 2024

10 Hour Trip – Wreck Fishing

Great day at Chesapeake Bay!

VERIFIED

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....  

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 Brian R. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 Brian R. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
1 person finds this review helpful

MIKE K.
MIKE K.
3.7/5

Jun 16, 2024

Half day trip (AM)

Fish cleaning

VERIFIED

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...  

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 MIKE K. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
2 persons find this review helpful
 MIKE K. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
2 persons find this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2024
We are sorry to hear that our fish cleaning wasn’t up to your standards , most people prefer we do not rinse the fillets in fresh water at the cleaning table due to the chemicals in tap water , so we clean and leave it for you to trim / rinse as you please at home

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2 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half day trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $800 
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Half day trip (PM)
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $800 
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Full day – Inshore
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8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Wreck Fishing
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10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
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US $1,800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 day Bluefin Tuna
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.5/5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
4.7/5
Crew
4.7/5
Experience
4.3/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (9)

Great time
Great day at Chesapeake Bay!
Great day at Chesapeake Bay!
+6

Angler rating

2
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

50%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

50%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Will M.
Will M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time

VERIFIED

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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 Will M. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Brian R.
Brian R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day at Chesapeake Bay!

VERIFIED

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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 Brian R. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
1 person finds this review helpful

MIKE K.
MIKE K.
3.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

4.0/5

Crew

3.0/5

Overall

Fish cleaning

VERIFIED

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.  

 MIKE K. recommends Goin Anyways SportFishing
2 persons find this review helpful
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2024
We are sorry to hear that our fish cleaning wasn’t up to your standards , most people prefer we do not rinse the fillets in fresh water at the cleaning table due to the chemicals in tap water , so we clean and leave it for you to trim / rinse as you please at home

FAQs about Goin Anyways SportFishing

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
Topaz
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
2 x 230HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots
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