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Mott Ridge Charters

Member since February 2019 Manteo, United States
Background
Captain Bud has been fishing since he was a kid. No matter the time of the year or what the weather outside looks like you can find him on the water. He loves being around people and takes pride in helping people land the catch of their dreams.
Techniques
Whichever way is more productive at the time. Casting artificials, live bait, and sight casting.

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Manteo, United States
Background
Captain Bud has been fishing since he was a kid. No matter the time of the year or what the weather outside looks like you can find him on the water. He loves being around people and takes pride in helping people land the catch of their dreams.
Techniques
Whichever way is more productive at the time. Casting artificials, live bait, and sight casting.
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Reviews

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Mott Ridge Charters โ€“ Manteo

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(142 reviews)
Manteo
Trips from US $550

Mott Ridge Charters โ€“ Swan Quarter

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
Swan Quarter
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 145 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
97%
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Albert B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A+ Captain

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on August 1, 2025
Steve was a great captain today. Conditions were not so great , but he worked hard to put us on fish. Beautiful new boat 100%...
Albert B. recommends Mott Ridge Charters โ€“ Manteo
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Anthony Q.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 17, 2025
Went out, cought our bait, and limited out on trout in the 4 hr trip.ย  Brian was an awesome guide and highly recommended for...
Anthony Q. recommends Mott Ridge Charters โ€“ Manteo
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Terry A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a great morning

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 13, 2025
Met Cpt Hamilton at the launch at 0545. We had asked to try to catch some trout on lures, so we got an early start. Ended up...
Terry A. recommends Mott Ridge Charters โ€“ Manteo
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Robin O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 2, 2025
Robin O. recommends Mott Ridge Charters โ€“ Manteo
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Ronald G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 23, 2025
Ronald G. recommends Mott Ridge Charters โ€“ Manteo
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