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North State Guide Service
Oriental, United States
50+ reviews
I grew up on the waters around Wrightsville, Carolina Beach, and Topsail. I've had a passion for fishing ever since I could hold a rod, and love sharing memories with both new and repeat clients. I have been guiding for 10 years now and have a lot of experience in tournaments and guiding anglers to catch the biggest fish of their life. We fish from the southern Outer Banks to Southport and follow the fish with seasonal migration. Book a trip with me – I'd love to share my experience with you, your family, or your clients!
Charter
Rating
4.9
53 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (113)
What anglers say
98%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
84%
Caught fish
All reviews (53)
Showing 1 – 5 of 53 reviews
Dewayne CooperRepeat angler
Indiana, US•Member since 2026•2 trips5.0Verifiedgreat time
Half Day Trip (PM) • 3 adultsi would absolutely recommend captain jennings to anyone especially if you have little ones. i booked this trip less than 24 hours ago and even though the weather wasnt the best being pretty chilly and very windy he did EVERYTHIBG he could think of to make sure my boys had a great time. i will ABSOLUTELY be booking with him again.
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Response from Charter operatorThank you again Dewayne! A first fish is always a special time. I look forward to another trip with your family!
Amanda JacksonMassachusetts, US•Member since 20265.0Verifiedfantastic morning on the water
Half Day Trip (AM) • 3 adults • 1 childwhat a great day! we didnt have any luck catching fish, but not for lack of effort. our captain was wonderful and tried many locations to get us a bite. We enjoyed the experience and will definitely try again next time!!
Chase HelmsNorth Carolina, US•Member since 20255.0VerifiedFun for Families
Family Fun Marsh Trip • 4 adults • 2 childrenOur whole family had a great time fishing with Capt Jennings. He did a great job of entertaining a 5 and 8 yr old with pulling up crab pots, pulling the apron, and using them for bait. Then put them on a lot of trout by keeping 4 or more lines out and guiding the boat with a remote control trolling motor thru some tight areas that proved to have large trout. The boys got to reel in a lot of fish!
Reported catch:Response from Charter operatorThank you sir, it was a pleasure having you!
Mary StanleyJackson, OH, US•Member since 20235.0VerifiedHalf Day Trip w/ Jennings.
Family Fun Marsh Trip • 3 adults • 1 childWe booked this for my husband for a Father's Day gift & so glad we did! All 3 of us had a blast! Jennings was super knowledgeable about everything & made sure we were comfortable & having fun the entire time. He made it special for our boy & guided him to catch a really nice drum! He took us to several different areas to catch fish, taught us about the river, ways to catch different types of fish, taught my husband how to set up his poles for the area while we are staying here, etc. I would recommend Jennings to anyone, any age coming to this area for a wonderful fishing trip! You won't be disappointed! 1000 stars from our family! Definitely will return & book another trip with him!
Response from Charter operatorThank you again! I really enjoyed having y’all on the boat. Much appreciated!
Brian WongNew Jersey, US•Member since 20245.0VerifiedGreat trip
Half Day Trip (AM) • 3 adultsCaptain Jennings did a great job accommodating us as it was a last minute booking. He took care of everything including equipment, licenses and even cleaning and filleting our catch. We caught at least a dozen good size Bluefish and also another dozen blue crabs. It was a very enjoyable trip and enjoyed spending it with Captain Jennings. We would definitely recommend and will hopefully go back some other time
Response from Charter operatorThank you again sir, I really enjoyed having you all on the boat!
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What's biting with North State Guide Service in Oriental
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Fishing reports
Sweet summer time on the Sound!
Jun 2, 2025 • Oriental
Fishing has been very productive recently, if you have the time I would recommend getting on the water now! Here on the Neuse & Pamlico sound we have had good catches of slot, over slot, and old drum. Depending on wind direction and water conditions natural bait & scented artificials have been working well. There are plenty of Trout around… and no shortage of big trout either. Artificial shrimp under a popping cork, and soft plastics rigged on a jig head have been working well. The bigger trout we have caught recently have been on live bait. Black drum are around as well, crab and shrimp as usual are best. Right now there are LARGE Bluefish in the River and in the sound. Definitely fun to catch and give a good pull for young anglers, but when targeting drum i find them to be a nuisance. Short wire leaders on your drum rigs will save you alot of tackle and bring some home for dinner; i like them same day fresh personally.
Our last trip out of Beaufort inlet was very productive. there is definitely a reason they call it The Crystal Coast. The visibility was excellent up in the the tower; i could see the bottom in 10ft of water. Spanish and king mackerel, Cobia, Seabass, bonito, gag grouper, and more can be found on good weather days.
Summer is right around the corner, feel free to give me a ring if you would like to experience a good slice of what Eastern North Carolina fishing has to offer. Let’s Go Get Em ! -Capt. Jennings
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Fun Family Trip
May 27, 2024 • Oriental
Beautiful weather and great fishing here in Oriental NC. Let’s go catching!
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Quality Family Fishing
Mar 6, 2024 • Oriental
Great day with an awesome family, book your fishing experience today!
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Another Pretty Day Offshore
Jul 7, 2023 • Oriental
Alot of life out in the ocean and plenty of fish as well! Fun time bottom fishing!
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Beautiful weather and pretty Fishing
Jul 1, 2023 • Oriental
Great times with good clients, lets go get em!
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Fun Family Fishing!
Jun 23, 2023 • Oriental
We have been having some good fishing locally with great people! The bite should continue now with this pretty weather! Let’s Go Get Em!
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