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James Carroll
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James Carroll

Norfolk, United States
6 reviews
Operating a 29' Topaz Sportfisher, Capt. James ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Norfolk, Virginia. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Charter

Rating

4.8
6 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

All reviews (6)

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  • Jennifer Bennett
    Jennifer Bennett
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    I will book another!

    Wreck Fishing • 3 adults • 1 child

    Capt. James communicated in advance excellent to ensure we would get the trip we hoped for. Mate Kevin was great especially with my 12 yr Grandson. We caught our limit so fast! Capt James put us on top of schools of fish. He didnt make us hang around when fish stopped biting. He moved us to another excellent spot on top of the fish! They were kind and respectful and made us feel at home on the boat! We gave extra $$ and Mate Kevn cleaned our huge haul in no time! Book this charter, you will love it.

    Reported catch:
    Black Seabass
    Flounder
  • Jessie Rowland
    Jessie Rowland
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent

    Sunset cruise's • 4 adults • 2 children

    This Specific trip that we book was very kid friendly. Both Captain and First Mate were so polite and friendly. Our party had 3 first time ocean/boat fishers and they were very helpful and knowledgeable, they took very good care of us we were also very lucky to catch a lot of fish. highly recommend and will book through them again.

  • Carlos Bullen
    Carlos Bullen
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain James and Kevin were very cool and accommodating!

    Sunset cruise's • 4 adults

    loved it!

  • Will Mansfield
    Will Mansfield
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time

    Half day trip • 2 adults

    Both Mike and James made this very enjoyable. I haven’t fished on a boat in over a decade so it took me a while to get use to it again. They made it fun helped me and gave me good advice, overall had a great time. Thanks to Mike and James I was able to catch the my first sport fish in 10 years. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is interested in fishing. I look forward to the next opportunity to fish with them. Thanks captains James and Mike for a wonderful time fishing.

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Brian Rhodes
    Brian Rhodes
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day at Chesapeake Bay!

    Wreck Fishing • 3 adults

    Captain James and First Mate Mike did a great job at putting us on the fish yesterday. We caught several Blues and Spanish Mackerel. We caught a few Cobia, but none big enough to put in the box. James and Mike definitely put in their best efforts to get us a keeper, but it just wasn’t our day. We will definitely go with them again if our travels bring us this way in the future!!!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    A happy angler proudly displaying multiple Black Sea Bass caught during a fishing trip on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Black Seabass
    Jennifer B.
    Jennifer B.
    Capt. James communicated in advance excellent to ensure we would get the trip we hoped for. Mate Kevin was great especially with my 12 yr Grandson. We caught our limit so fast! Capt James put us on top of schools of fish. He didnt make us hang around when fish stopped biting. He moved us to another excellent spot on top of the fish! They were kind and respectful and made us feel at home on the boat! We gave extra $$ and Mate Kevn cleaned our huge haul in no time! Book this charter, you will love it.
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    Angler proudly displaying a large Goliath Grouper caught while fishing on a boat.
    Jessie R.
    Jessie R.
    This Specific trip that we book was very kid friendly. Both Captain and First Mate were so polite and friendly. Our party had 3 first time ocean/boat fishers and they were very helpful and knowledgeable, they took very good care of us we were also very lucky to catch a lot of fish. highly recommend and will book through them again.
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    Angler holding a Spanish Mackerel while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful catch during a charter trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Will M.
    Will M.
    Both Mike and James made this very enjoyable. I haven’t fished on a boat in over a decade so it took me a while to get use to it again. They made it fun helped me and gave me good advice, overall had a great time. Thanks to Mike and James I was able to catch the my first sport fish in 10 years. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is interested in fishing. I look forward to the next opportunity to fish with them. Thanks captains James and Mike for a wonderful time fishing.
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of several fish, including a notable species, while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Our Half day Crew got on some really nice Bull Red Drum and got a few Chopper Blues on the Troll today !!!!
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    Angler holding a large Redfish aboard a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a sunny fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Got on some nice Cobia for the box , and found a bonus school of Bull Red Drum on the way home
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Jack Crevalle
    We got into some really nice Blues in the 20-30 inch range , caught some Spanish Mackerel in the mix , then caught and released some cobia on the way in , awesome day Brian and the crew enjoyed !
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    An angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Brian R.
    Brian R.
    Captain James and First Mate Mike did a great job at putting us on the fish yesterday. We caught several Blues and Spanish Mackerel. We caught a few Cobia, but none big enough to put in the box. James and Mike definitely put in their best efforts to get us a keeper, but it just wasn’t our day. We will definitely go with them again if our travels bring us this way in the future!!!
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their catches, a large fish and a smaller one, aboard a fishing boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Scup (Porgy)
    Got on a nice bite of the SpadeFish in the morning then got on some Cobia on the way home !!!!
  • Goin Anyways SportFishing
    Goin Anyways SportFishingNorfolk, VA
    Dockside hanging scale showing a 5.2-pound reading beneath an Old Point sign; no fish or people are clearly visible.
    We took our charter out today to go catch some Cobia for the first day of Cobia Season !!!! We saw over 80 fish , caught over 10 and got our limit for the day (2 fish over 40”) , The big fish weighed in at 55.2 Lbs that earned John a Virginia Trophy Citation !!!!!!!! Great way to start the season !!!!

What's biting with Goin Anyways SportFishing in Norfolk

Make the most of your last chance to go after a wide range of fish, as the season draws to a close. Seabass, Tautog, Fluke, and Trout will all provide plenty of entertainment and delicious rewards.

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Fishing reports

A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of several fish, including a notable species, while enjoying a sunny day on the water.

Big Bull Red Drum and Blue Fish

Jul 1, 2024 • Norfolk
Our Half day Crew got on some really nice Bull Red Drum and got a few Chopper Blues on the Troll today !!!!
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Angler holding a large Redfish aboard a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a sunny fishing environment.

Cobia and Bull Red Drum

Jun 26, 2024 • Norfolk
Got on some nice Cobia for the box , and found a bonus school of Bull Red Drum on the way home
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A young angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.

Big BlueFish on the Troll

Jun 20, 2024 • Norfolk
We got into some really nice Blues in the 20-30 inch range , caught some Spanish Mackerel in the mix , then caught and released some cobia on the way in , awesome day Brian and the crew enjoyed !
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A young angler and an adult proudly displaying their catches, a large fish and a smaller one, aboard a fishing boat in open waters.

Cobia and SpadeFish

Jun 17, 2024 • Norfolk
Got on a nice bite of the SpadeFish in the morning then got on some Cobia on the way home !!!!
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Dockside hanging scale showing a 5.2-pound reading beneath an Old Point sign; no fish or people are clearly visible.

CITATION COBIA ON OPENING DAY !!!!!

Jun 16, 2024 • Norfolk
We took our charter out today to go catch some Cobia for the first day of Cobia Season !!!! We saw over 80 fish , caught over 10 and got our limit for the day (2 fish over 40”) , The big fish weighed in at 55.2 Lbs that earned John a Virginia Trophy Citation !!!!!!!! Great way to start the season !!!!
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