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
(183 reviews)
Nags Head
 Last booking: 43 minutes ago
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Trips from US $333

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 183 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Best birthday gift for dad! Book Capt. Welch!!
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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
91%
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Judah E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great sheephead fishing

VERIFIED   2 Hour Sound Fishing/Cruise on October 1, 2024
All I wanted was to get some sheep head. And our Captain delivered. He got us fresh bait, got us to the fishing spot and got...
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Jonathan M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing day

VERIFIED   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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Josh W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Crazy trigger bite

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on August 27, 2024
2nd year going out with John and Iโ€™ll keep coming back. The weather was perfect and we were able to go out of the inlet to...
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Nathan C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

JW Charters Is The Best

VERIFIED   2 Hour Sound Fishing/Cruise on September 26, 2024
Jonโ€™s services as a fishing charter captain came highly recommended and he did not disappoint. He is extremely knowledgeable...
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Sara M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain knows where to catch fish

VERIFIED   2 Hour Sound Fishing/Cruise on June 6, 2025
We caught fish in each place we dropped dropped anchor. Highly recommend Jonathan and JW Charters!
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