Big Joe's Guide Service
+19There's a fish with your name on it in Emerald Isle and Big Joe's Guide Service will help you catch it!
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Sheepshead, Black Drum, Whiting, Redfish, Weakfish, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and anything else that bites.
During the trip you might be light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Capt. Josef welcomes you aboard a 25' MayCraft skiff with space for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures.
Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.
Don't forget to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Now, come aboard with Big Joe's Guide Service and get hooked!
Captain
Josef Himes
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Trip availability and prices
In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photo by reviewers (1)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Good trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on July 16, 2025
Big Joe knew his stuff. We caught some fish - not a ton but we did and Captain Joe was very knowledgeable
Big Joe knew his stuff. We caught some fish - not a ton but we did and Captain Joe was very knowledgeable
Hampstead, North Carolina
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Evening trip with Cpt Joesph
Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 11, 2025
Had a blast fishing with Joesph, he really knows his stuff and grew up on the water. Always catch fish and have a good time during a lull bite. I highly recommend booking a trip with big Joe if you like bridge fishing and having an all around good experience !
Had a blast fishing with Joesph, he really knows his stuff and grew up on the water. Always catch fish and have a good time during a lull bite. I highly recommend booking a trip with big Joe if you like bridge fishing and having an all around good experience !
FAQs about Big Joe's Guide Service
What are the trip rates for Big Joe's Guide Service?
Big Joe's Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
- US $400 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Big Joe's Guide Service?
When you book a trip with Big Joe's Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
What's included in the trip price with Big Joe's Guide Service?
Trips booked with Big Joe's Guide Service include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Fishing License (Yes)
What types of fishing does Big Joe's Guide Service offer?
Big Joe's Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing (White Oak River, Newport River)
- Inshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Big Joe's Guide Service offer?
Big Joe's Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Big Joe's Guide Service?
Top targeted fish species with Big Joe's Guide Service include:
- Black Drum
- Bluefish
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Spanish Mackerel
- Weakfish
- Whiting
Your captain
Emerald Isle, North Carolina, United States
Operating a 25' Maycraft Skiff, Capt. Josef ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Emerald Isle, North Carolina. This area is known for Redfish,Sheepshead and Black Drum and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
River Fishing
White Oak River, Newport River
Inshore Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Fishing License
Yes
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.
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.
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
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
PayPal
Checks
What’s biting in Emerald Isle right now
Black Drum
Bluefish
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel