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.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(209 reviews)
Nags Head
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Trips from US $333

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 209 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (280)
awesome time with Captain John
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October fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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Sarah D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Best birthday gift for dad! Book Capt. Welch!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (AM) on July 12, 2025
Took my dad on a morning charter for his 59th Birthday with Captain Welch. My dad had an absolute blast (and so did I)! This...
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John R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (PM) on July 29, 2025
Captain Jonathan was fantastic.ย  He started us off working some sheepshead and we got a few. Then like any freshwater fisherman...
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David L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Capt Jonathan is Great

VERIFIED   2 Hour Sound Fishing/Cruise on August 28, 2025
This is our second year going with JW, we caught lots of fish and had a great time. It was my wife, 11 year old son and me....
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Mike H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome time with Captain John

VERIFIED   NEW  2 Hour Sound Fishing/Cruise on October 18, 2025
Captain John was just awesome. We had a great time. He got us right on the fish. I would recommend him to anybody.
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Jeff H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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2 for 2!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (PM) on July 8, 2025
This was our second outing with Captain Jonathan in the last year or so. First trip we caught boat limit in sheepshead, and...
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