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
(173 reviews)
Nags Head
 Last booking: 36 minutes ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $333

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 173 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (224)
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Highly Recommended!
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Angler rating
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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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Sarah D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

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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Rebecca S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (AM) on June 20, 2025
John was a great captain,ย  very knowledgeable and professional.ย  He showed us a great time and we will definitely book him...
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Gregory G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic day on the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (PM) on May 7, 2025
JW Charters was great! John and Wes both are locals to the OBX and they know the water! They got us on multiple cobia during...
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Andy H.
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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Sheepshead and Trout

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (Noon) on September 18, 2024
Captain Jonathon was very friendly, knowledgeable, and gave great instructions. I had never used a popping cork before our...
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Cody C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Captain and day

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Sound (AM) on July 16, 2024
Jonathon was exactly what we needed and weโ€™re looking for. He got us on fish first thing in the morning and continued to...
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