Jason Shi
Captain

Jason Shi

Wilmington, United States
Angler's choice
50+ reviews
I moved to Wilmington in 1997, graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 2001 with a major in Fishing and a minor in History. I've been fishing in the Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach area for 25 years and providing fishing guide services since 2012. As a captain my goal is to provide you with a safe, enjoyable day on the water and do my best to secure a fish on the end of your line! I fish, therefore I am!

Charter

Rating

5.0
53 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (53)

Showing 15 of 53 reviews
  • Robbie Ammons
    Robbie Ammons
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2021
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    16th Birthday Trip

    Half Day Trip – Morning Late Start2 adults

    I took my son on this trip for his 16th birthday and Captian Jason did not disappoint. He put us on fish 30 minutes into the trip. My son had fish on for a good hour. He later caught the biggest flounder i have ever seen. Jason was awesome and we will be booking again with him soon.

    Reported catch:
    Flounder
  • Charlie Savage
    Charlie Savage
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip at an awesome spot!

    Half Day Trip (AM)2 adults

    A friend and I went fishing with Jason this last March. Originally the plan was to look for red fish, but Jason knew enough about the area to know we were better off going for your blue fish and Spanish mackerel this time of year. We ended having a great day catching a species neither of us had experience with.

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
  • John D. Jones
    John D. Jones
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip

    Half Day Trip – Morning Late Start2 adults

    Jason was an excellent captain and provided us an exceptional fishing experience. He took us to several locations both inland and out by the ocean, and gave us helpful tips. We both caught several fish. Excellent trip and we highly recommend Captain Jason!!

  • Brian Attwood
    Brian Attwood
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day fishing

    Half Day Trip – Morning Late Start2 adults1 child

    We did a late start 4 hour trip and had a blast. Captain Jason did a great job of walking us through how the different lures or baits worked. Jason is a cool guy and was very encouraging even as we fumbled around once in a while. My son just started fishing this summer and was able to handle the tackle just fine. I would definitely recommend booking with Captain Jason/Simple Life Fishing.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Flounder
  • Christian Scholar
    Christian Scholar
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Wife’s First Fish!

    3 Hour Tour AM2 adults

    Jason is an amazing guide! We had a great time and my wife caught her first ever fish and a quick PR drum right after. He did exactly what we wanted while providing great insight and support. 10/10

Real catches shared by our community

  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Wife’s First Fish!
    Christian S.
    Christian S.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Great fishing trip
    John D. J.
    John D. J.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Having never done thus type of fishing,I was impressed by how hard Jason worked to get us on fish. Total professional. Clean,comfortable boat & excellent knowledge of the water he fishes. Also gave us great recommendations for dinner spots.
    Art G.
    Art G.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    16th Birthday Trip
    Robbie A.
    Robbie A.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Great trip at an awesome spot!
    Charlie S.
    Charlie S.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Jason was awesome
    Louis P.
    Louis P.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Great day fishing
    Brian A.
    Brian A.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Great time fishing with Jason
    Clint S.
    Clint S.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Awesome Experience!
    Riley N.
    Riley N.
  • Simple Life Fishing Charters
    Simple Life Fishing ChartersWilmington, NC
    Exactly what we were looking for
    Ross B.
    Ross B.

What's biting with Simple Life Fishing Charters in Wilmington

Head to offshore wrecks and do bottom fishing for Amberjacks. There's a steady bite from other big fellas, including Sailfish, Tuna, and Marlin.

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