Captain
Bobby Smith

Member since May 2017 Nags Head, United States
Background
Capt. Bobby Smith has proudly operated out of Oregon Inlet for 38 years. He began at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center pumping gas before climbing his way up the ladder to Captain, eventually building one of the marina's quality fishing businesses. Captain Bobby is joined by his mate Russell who has also fished out of Oregon Inlet for over 20 years. Together they will guide you to the fish you've always dreamed of!

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Nags Head, United States
Background
Capt. Bobby Smith has proudly operated out of Oregon Inlet for 38 years. He began at the Oregon Inlet Fishing Center pumping gas before climbing his way up the ladder to Captain, eventually building one of the marina's quality fishing businesses. Captain Bobby is joined by his mate Russell who has also fished out of Oregon Inlet for over 20 years. Together they will guide you to the fish you've always dreamed of!
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Fish-N-Fool Charters

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(247 reviews)
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Nags Head
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 247 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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The Captain Delivered
The Captain Delivered
Great Trip!!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Stan B. R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Day on the water

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 27, 2025
Capt and Firstmate are outstanding. Very informative, not only about the sea state but also about the area and its history....
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Rob R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best fishing experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 22, 2025
Captain Bobby and Russell did a great job for us. Weโ€™ve been on many charters but this was on of the best. Very personable...
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Michael D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish N Fool for the WIN

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 21, 2025
We had a great time. Myself, two boys (8) and (10) and my dad did a half day AM and had a blast. Captain Bobby and Russell...
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Brooke D. S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Don't be a Fool - Book with FishNFool!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 10, 2025
Total experience dock to dock! We had a blast on our charter - relaxed vibe, competent captain and crew and all fun for everyone...
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Greg K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore on July 3, 2025
Capt Bobby and Mate Russell were awesome and put us on the meat! Kept 30 blues and released at least 20 while landing 3 Spanish...
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