Charter Operator
Reef Girl Sportfishing

Member since September 2024 Atlantic Beach, United States
Background
Capt. Sam Cushing has been fishing the coast of North Carolina his entire life. He is a knowledgeable and successful captain in Atlantic Beach and on the Morehead City waterfront where he has successfully operated and fished multiple vessels. His passion for fishing has had him chasing various species from mackerel to marlin while venturing from Maryland to the Florida Keys and beyond. 'Putting anglers of all expertise on the catch of their dreams is what I strive for and love to do.' Fishing with Capt. Sam's local knowledge and passion for the sport is sure to guarantee your crowd a safe and memorable experience on the water!
Techniques
We prefer to troll and bottom fish.

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Atlantic Beach, United States
Background
Capt. Sam Cushing has been fishing the coast of North Carolina his entire life. He is a knowledgeable and successful captain in Atlantic Beach and on the Morehead City waterfront where he has successfully operated and fished multiple vessels. His passion for fishing has had him chasing various species from mackerel to marlin while venturing from Maryland to the Florida Keys and beyond. 'Putting anglers of all expertise on the catch of their dreams is what I strive for and love to do.' Fishing with Capt. Sam's local knowledge and passion for the sport is sure to guarantee your crowd a safe and memorable experience on the water!
Techniques
We prefer to troll and bottom fish.
Our Team
Samuel C.
Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(33 reviews)
Atlantic Beach
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Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Jamie J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing family fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - 1:30 PM on April 10, 2026
Last minute, booked an afternoon family fishing trip and it turned out awesome. We all caught a bunch of sea bass and a few...
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Gregory M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip with Captain Sam!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on May 12, 2026
Captain Sam was awesome and made our familyโ€™s first charter fishing experience fantastic. Everyone one of us caught a fish!ย ...
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Leslie W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Day Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - 1:30 PM on November 30, 2025
Celebrated my husbandโ€™s birthday with a fishing adventure on the Reef Girl. We got lucky and had a 70 degree day on 11/30....
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Carla W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

GREAT CAPTAIN AND CREW!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - 1:30 PM on October 18, 2025
Because of the NorEaster, our first charter had to be rescheduled. The Captain was understanding and very flexible. Captain...
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Christyn B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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September fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on September 23, 2025
Capt. Sam and Mate Justin were both great! Captain Sam took us out a bit from shore then Justin put out our lines! And just...
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