Captain

John Brantley

Nationality: American
Languages: English
Experience: 43 years

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Captain
John Brantley

Member since July 2018 Carolina Beach, United States

Background: Captain John Brantley has been guiding customers on exciting fishing trips for the past 35 years. He's done it all aboard his boat, 'Fired Up.' They've been fishing together for 3 decades now and he knows every trick there is to her. He loves fishing and loves boats and he loves sharing his passion with guests on board! Capt. John's preferred technique is trolling, perfectly suited to the Mackerel fishery off the coast of North Carolina.
Techniques: Trolling

Hey, I'm Captain John Brantley

Carolina Beach, United States

Background: Captain John Brantley has been guiding customers on exciting fishing trips for the past 35 years. He's done it all aboard his boat, 'Fired Up.' They've been fishing together for 3 decades now and he knows every trick there is to her. He loves fishing and loves boats and he loves sharing his passion with guests on board! Capt. John's preferred technique is trolling, perfectly suited to the Mackerel fishery off the coast of North Carolina.
Techniques: Trolling

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Fired Up Charters

4.8 / 5

(123 reviews)

4.8 / 5

(123 reviews)

Carolina Beach • 42 ft • 6 persons

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Trips from US $550

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Rating summary

4.8 / 5

out of 5 stars from 123 reviews

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Boat

4.7 / 5

Crew

4.9 / 5

Experience

4.7 / 5

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Angler rating

5 stars		98
4 stars		10
3 stars		5
2 stars		2
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	89%
Friendly captain
	96%
Recommend this charter
	87%
Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	96%
Caught fish
	91%

Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	96%
Caught fish
	91%

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Matthew W.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Had a blast!!!

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on August 6, 2026

Matthew W.

5.0 / 5

Aug 6, 2026

Half Day Trip (AM)

We caught 27 Spanish mackerel during our charter. The ship mate was very knowledgeable and engaged with the kids. They had a blast during the experience. When we were done and they were preparing our catch, we got to see two sea turtles and feed them. Highly recommend, especially if first time out or its a family trip! Thanks again!

We caught 27 Spanish mackerel during our charter. The ship mate was very knowledgeable and engaged with the kids. They had...

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Jake H.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Awesome Trip!

VERIFIED Early bird on April 10, 2026

Jake H.

5.0 / 5

Apr 10, 2026

Early bird

Awesome Trip!

VERIFIED

Captain John was great to deal with and kept us on the fish. He offers a wealth of knowledge and has very nice boat to fish on. First mate Butch was extremely helpful and made sure the lines stayed in the water. We will definitely be back on board next time we are down.

Captain John was great to deal with and kept us on the fish. He offers a wealth of knowledge and has very nice boat to fish...

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Lee S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Got put on fish immediately

VERIFIED NEW Half Day Trip (AM) on August 14, 2026

Lee S.

5.0 / 5

Aug 14, 2026

Half Day Trip (AM)

Got put on fish immediately

VERIFIED NEW

we took a 4 hour trip and landed fish the entire time it was a great trip for sure!!!

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Jeff S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great experience

VERIFIED NEW Half Day Trip (AM) on August 12, 2026

Jeff S.

5.0 / 5

Aug 12, 2026

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great experience

VERIFIED NEW

We caught 22 keeper Spanish Mackerel and probably 40 others that were to small.

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CRAIG R.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Best Captain and Crew.

VERIFIED Early bird on July 2, 2026

CRAIG R.

5.0 / 5

Jul 2, 2026

Early bird

Best Captain and Crew.

VERIFIED

We didn’t catch as many Fish as the folks the Day before, but we had a Blast, catching a few Fun Fish. And a wonderful relaxing time Trolling and Chatting with the Mate. Great Kind Crew and Caorain. My kids had a relaxing Blast. Craig

We didn’t catch as many Fish as the folks the Day before, but we had a Blast, catching a few Fun Fish. And a wonderful relaxing...

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