Captain
Jonathon Welch

Member since April 2023 Nags Head, United States
Background
I was raised here on the Outer Banks and my love for fishing stretches back to when I was a young kid. I’ve spent many of days and nights on the water and can’t wait to share my experiences. After high school I joined the United States Marine Corps in which I spent 4 years serving this beautiful nation. After getting out I began commercial fishing on a pelagic long line fishing vessel. Needless to say I have a few tricks up my sleeve so come join me on the water for a memorable experience.

Hey, I'm Captain Jonathon Welch

Nags Head, United States
Background
I was raised here on the Outer Banks and my love for fishing stretches back to when I was a young kid. I’ve spent many of days and nights on the water and can’t wait to share my experiences. After high school I joined the United States Marine Corps in which I spent 4 years serving this beautiful nation. After getting out I began commercial fishing on a pelagic long line fishing vessel. Needless to say I have a few tricks up my sleeve so come join me on the water for a memorable experience.
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JW Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(182 reviews)
Nags Head
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $333

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 182 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
91%
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Ian V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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WOW!!!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (PM) on July 9, 2025
We caught Red Drum,Puppy Drum,Blue Fish and Stingrays.ย  The Captain worked the baits hard and made sure we had a good time...
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Jonathan M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing day

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (AM) on June 16, 2025
Had an absolutely amazing time on the water Jonathon made it fun when we werenโ€™t catching fish and was 100% on top of it...
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Sarah D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wow! What an amazing trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (Noon) on October 26, 2024
Captain Welch is an absolutely amazing guide and wealth of knowledge! I booked this charter for myself and my husband as an...
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Robert M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time on the water

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Sound Fishing/Cruise on June 28, 2025
We had a great time on the water with Capt. J.! We would definitely book another trip if we come back down to OBX.
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Patrick I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Great time!

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Sound Fishing/Cruise on June 27, 2025
Great trip! My wife and I we able to catch fish and see alot of wildlife! Captain Jonathan was awesome! Highly recommend!
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