Captain
James Byrd

Member since March 2018 Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain James Byrd is a true North Carolina local, having grown up in the Outer Banks area. He's spent his childhood fishing and then proceeded to make his life about fishing as well. He has over two decades of angling under his tackle belt, with 15 years of that being a licensed captain. His greatly enjoys being able to take people out on the water and show them the best fishing experience they've ever had in their life!
Techniques
Bottom fishing and trolling the ocean waters is my preferred type of fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain James Byrd

Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain James Byrd is a true North Carolina local, having grown up in the Outer Banks area. He's spent his childhood fishing and then proceeded to make his life about fishing as well. He has over two decades of angling under his tackle belt, with 15 years of that being a licensed captain. His greatly enjoys being able to take people out on the water and show them the best fishing experience they've ever had in their life!
Techniques
Bottom fishing and trolling the ocean waters is my preferred type of fishing.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(149 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 Last booking: 11 hours ago
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 149 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (123)
Great fishing experience on Hitman, Capt James and Nick.
Great time!
April fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Todd R.
Washington, District Of Columbia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hour trip with Captain James and Charles

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on June 9, 2022
We had a great time!ย  Tropical storm Alex delayed us from Monday to Thursday, captain James was in constant communication...
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Robin R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day - 8hrs of fun!!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 9, 2024
First family charter.ย  Couldnโ€™t wait for it! Enjoyed every minute of it.ย  Canโ€™t wait to go back out.ย  Captain and First...
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Rob D.
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent afternoon of fishing!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on August 24, 2021
3 of us arrived at the boat for fishing and was greeted by both Greg and Chuck. Both of them were very knowledgeable of the...
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Matt S.
New Brighton, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on August 18, 2021
Our crew had a great time on the boat even know that this isnโ€™t a good time to go fishing this time of the year but they...
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Bryce D.
Lambertville, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6 Hour Trip with Captain James

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on May 27, 2021
My family had a wonderful trip with Captain James and first mate Charles. We went on a 12p-6p trip and definitely had a good...
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