Captain
Monty Childers

Member since November 2018 Wrightsville Beach, United States
Background
I started fishing when I was a little boy with my grandfather, coming down during the summers to Long Beach. Since 2012, I've been dedicating my time to truly becoming an offshore fisherman. I've been tying my own lures and trying new techniques, which have really paid off for landing larger fish. I like to do all kinds of fishing, bottom fishing, trolling, live baiting. It's just as much fun for me to go Spanish fishing right off the beach as it is to go Wahoo fishing 65 miles into the Gulf Stream.
Techniques
I like to explain to people what lures we are using and what bait we have and why. I show them how to tie the knots and how to tie the wire so they can do it themselves when they leave.

Hey, I'm Captain Monty Childers

Wrightsville Beach, United States
Background
I started fishing when I was a little boy with my grandfather, coming down during the summers to Long Beach. Since 2012, I've been dedicating my time to truly becoming an offshore fisherman. I've been tying my own lures and trying new techniques, which have really paid off for landing larger fish. I like to do all kinds of fishing, bottom fishing, trolling, live baiting. It's just as much fun for me to go Spanish fishing right off the beach as it is to go Wahoo fishing 65 miles into the Gulf Stream.
Techniques
I like to explain to people what lures we are using and what bait we have and why. I show them how to tie the knots and how to tie the wire so they can do it themselves when they leave.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(355 reviews)
Wrightsville Beach
 Last booking: 8 hours ago
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Trips from US $650

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 355 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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An Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Big Fish!
An Unforgettable Day on the Water with Captain Big Fish!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Carrie C.
Excellent
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Overall

Great Captain

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on August 15, 2024
Captain Monty was great! We had a fun time with family from put of town even though we only caught a couple fish it was a tough...
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Jim T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Timeโ€ฆ

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on June 9, 2025
Both the captain and mate were top notch. Caught lots of fish and had a great time. Awesome boat. Weโ€ll definitely be calling...
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Jacob N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great boat, great crew, great time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on April 26, 2025
Captain Monty is awesome. Puts you on fish and makes you laugh. Will definitely book again with him. Give him a try and you...
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Patricia R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Offshore Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on June 28, 2025
Captain Monty and crew was absolutely amazing! We had a wonderful trip and caught 27 Spanish! I would highly recommend
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Ryan M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (AM) on June 22, 2025
We had a great time. Both captain Monty and his mate were great. They were a good time, and were great involving our younger...
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