Champs Coastal Charters – New Bern
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Step aboard with Champs Coastal Charters and let's go explore the Neuse River the right way, light tackle, laid-back vibe, and plenty of chances to bend a rod.
On this 4–5 hour inshore trip, we'll target Speckled Trout, Red Drum (Redfish), Flounder, and Striped Bass, depending on season and conditions. Some days we're working creek mouths and current seams, other days it's shell, drop-offs, or wind-blown banks the plan is always the same: keep you around fish and having fun.
Most of the fishing is done with light tackle, which makes every bite more exciting and is perfect for both beginners and experienced anglers. If you want to learn, I'm happy to walk you through what we're doing and why. If you'd rather just cast, chill, and enjoy the ride, that works too.
Trips are family-friendly, and kids are welcome. Safety comes first life jackets are provided, and we'll go over basic boat and fishing safety before we leave the dock.
You'll be fishing from a comfortable bay boat set up for inshore work, with plenty of deck space for 3–4 anglers. The boat is rigged with the gear and electronics needed for a productive day, and all rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included.
Step aboard with Champs Coastal Charters and let's go explore the Neuse River the right way, light tackle, laid-back vibe, and plenty of chances to bend a rod.
On this 4–5 hour inshore trip, we'll target Speckled Trout, Red Drum (Redfish), Flounder, and Striped Bass, depending on season and conditions. Some days we're working creek mouths and current seams, other days it's shell, drop-offs, or wind-blown banks the plan is always the same: keep you around fish and having fun.
Most of the fishing is done with light tackle, which makes every bite more exciting and is perfect for both beginners and experienced anglers. If you want to learn, I'm happy to walk you through what we're doing and why. If you'd rather just cast, chill, and enjoy the ride, that works too.
Trips are family-friendly, and kids are welcome. Safety comes first life jackets are provided, and we'll go over basic boat and fishing safety before we leave the dock.
You'll be fishing from a comfortable bay boat set up for inshore work, with plenty of deck space for 3–4 anglers. The boat is rigged with the gear and electronics needed for a productive day, and all rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included.

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Captain Chandler took us to multiple parts of the river to find fish. He was very knowledgeable about the river, fish, and their habitats. It was a great time. I’m
Captian Chandler knows exactly where the best fishing spots are.

I enjoyed it, thanks again for joining!

Thanks Jim!!
Capt. Chandler is experienced in navigating the waters of Washington, North Carolina and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Capt. Chandler is experienced in navigating the waters of Washington, North Carolina and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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:
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