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Patrick Heretick
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Patrick Heretick

Manteo, United States
100+ reviews
Captain Patrick Heretick is nautical by nature. He spent summers and weekends during his formative years on the Chesapeake Bay, learning the ins and outs of fishing and instilling a great passion within him. Patrick has a degree in Marine Technology and has had his offshore Masters Six Pack Captain's license issued by the United States Coast Guard for over ten years. He possesses in-depth experience as a professional off shore fisherman and spends his time fishing the marsh waters and inlets of the Outer Banks - where he's lived for over a decade. Patrick has dedicated his life to the water and is well known for his angling abilities and profound knowledge. There is no one better suited to guide you among these beautiful waters and cater to your specific fishing desires.

Charter

Rating

4.7
211 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.7
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

90%
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
93%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
87%
Caught fish

All reviews (211)

Showing 1 – 5 of 211 reviews
  • Xavier De Boisset
    Xavier De Boisset
    Repeat angler
    fr
    France
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amberjack after amberjack — an outstanding day with Patrick

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 4 adults

    What a fishing session. Patrick really listened to what we were after, and then took us somewhere we never expected — and it paid off big time. We landed plenty of amberjacks, all of them a great size, with some serious fights at the end of the line. You can tell straight away he’s passionate about it: he knows the area, the bottom structure, the fish and the baits inside out. On top of that he’s a genuinely cool, easy-going guy, and he took the time to explain everything to us throughout the trip. If you’re thinking about a trip with Patrick, don’t hesitate. Thanks again, and see you next time!

    Reported catch:
    Amberjack
  • Nate Jones
    Nate Jones
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 3 adults

    This was our 2nd trip with Captain Pat! this time he took us fishing in the ocean for Spanish Mackerel. He taught us everything we needed to know so we could reel in and set up the lines when needed. We saw multiple pods of Dolphins and caught enough fish for the whole family to enjoy some great fish tacos! Thanks Pat!

  • Zaquan Smith
    Zaquan Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington D.C., US
    Member since 2026
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Good time+Caught Fish

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    FUN! and Caught fish what more could you ask for Patrick was super chill ,knowledgeable fisherman, and professional he made sure we had fish. We caught over 12 mackerels some blues ALL KEEPERS, and he didnt cancel last minute worried about the weather like other charters. Thanks Patrick truly. You want to catch fish? go with Patrick.

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Joel Hadley
    Joel Hadley
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Another Absolutely Great Trip With Capt. Patrick!

    3/4 Day Trip • 2 adults

    Had an awesome time! He gives anglers options and establishes a game plan. We've been out 3 times over the past couple of years. A trip with Capt. Patrick is the highlight of our trips to Manteo each and every time. Thanks Again Capt. Patrick! You are the Man! Cheers from Joel & Cathy!

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Charles Mcmannis
    Charles Mcmannis
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip for the kids

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 4 adults • 2 children

    We caught several spanish mackerel and a few bluefish. Capt. did a great job putting us on fish and even went over our allotted time limit due to catching fish. Would recommend for all ages.

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel

Real catches shared by our community

  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    A young angler joyfully holding a Flounder while fishing on a sunny day, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    Robert M.
    Robert M.
    spanish mackerel bonito shark stingray bluefish flounder constant action great day good eats!
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Amberjack while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Xavier D.
    Xavier D.
    What a fishing session. Patrick really listened to what we were after, and then took us somewhere we never expected — and it paid off big time. We landed plenty of amberjacks, all of them a great size, with some serious fights at the end of the line. You can tell straight away he’s passionate about it: he knows the area, the bottom structure, the fish and the baits inside out. On top of that he’s a genuinely cool, easy-going guy, and he took the time to explain everything to us throughout the trip. If you’re thinking about a trip with Patrick, don’t hesitate. Thanks again, and see you next time!
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    Multiple freshly caught mackerel and other fish packed together in an iced cooler.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Zaquan S.
    Zaquan S.
    FUN! and Caught fish what more could you ask for Patrick was super chill ,knowledgeable fisherman, and professional he made sure we had fish. We caught over 12 mackerels some blues ALL KEEPERS, and he didnt cancel last minute worried about the weather like other charters. Thanks Patrick truly. You want to catch fish? go with Patrick.
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing near a bridge, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Joe G.
    Joe G.
    great experience caught alot of fish
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    Aerial view of a fishing boat navigating the calm waters near a small island, showcasing a serene fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Kevin J.
    Kevin J.
    Had a blast fishing with Captain Patrick. Booked him for a 4 hour trip and we hit the water searching for the Red Drum bite. We had some luck with bluefish early on but the drum didn’t start to bite until later on. Wind started to pick up pretty good but Patrick went above and beyond and kept us out on the water longer so that we could catch the drum we were looking for. We ended up catching a handful of bluefish, 2 slot keeper drum and a nice breeder size drum which we released. Patrick was also very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor. He made our experience with him very fun.
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    Two anglers proudly displaying their Redfish catch while aboard a boat in a sunny fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jack L.
    Jack L.
    Our guide was awesome! Knowledgable, accommodating, and fun to be around. We’ll make sure to charter I Sea Fish every year for our annual fishing getaway.
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    An angler proudly displaying a large fish, likely a shark, outside a fishing cabin, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Joshua M.
    Joshua M.
    Our captain was a rockstar, all he cared about was making sure we had a successful day cobia fishing. He went above and beyond, conditions were tough and the fish weren’t cooperating but he still did his best and made sure to get us on fish. We landed one cobia and lost 2 others. He’s a good guy for sure and I would definitely book him again.
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    Fried fish fillets arranged on a paper towel, showcasing a delicious meal prepared from a recent fishing trip.
    John M.
    John M.
    Captain was great boat clean and we caught alot of fish
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    A neatly arranged display of multiple Speckled Trout on the deck of a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Nathan B.
    Nathan B.
    Great time caught some nice fish
  • I Sea Fish
    I Sea FishManteo, NC
    Freshly filleted fish laid out on a cleaning station, showcasing a variety of fish ready for storage after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Howard M.
    Howard M.
    Capt Pat was the bomb. First cast fish on (speckled trout). Caught some crabs for use catching a black drum. Blues were a bother that required us to move a few times. Mixed in with the catch was story telling. Caught enough fish to feed 6 adults for 2 dinners. Capt Pat filleted the fish (black drum and speckled trout) and shared his favorite recipes. My two older sons and I had a blast. Will def book again.

What's biting with I Sea Fish in Manteo

It's getting colder, but the fishing remains red hot. Explore the shallow waters near the shoreline of Manteo and go after some nationwide favorite game and table fish, from Redfish to Flounder.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat in open waters.

Fish fish fish

Jul 19, 2019 • Manteo
Caught a limit of trout and then released some big drum
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A young angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in open waters.

Gator trout action.

Jul 9, 2019 • Manteo
Some of the best trout fishing we have had in years. Book a morning trip to find out.
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Four anglers displaying their catch of multiple fish, including Grouper and Spanish Mackerel, aboard a fishing boat in a coastal marina.

Summertime at its finest

Jun 22, 2018 • Manteo
When its hot out the ocean is where its at. Cool ocean temperature's make fishing more enjoyable.
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Cobia cobia cobia up to 70 pounds

May 12, 2018 • Manteo
Cobia fishing has been extremely fun lately.
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