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
(236 reviews)
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Nags Head
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 236 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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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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Gary L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the Fish-N-Fool

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore on June 10, 2025
We had a great day with Captain Bobby and Russel.ย  They were both knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming to our group of 6...
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Clarence B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 4, 2025
Werenโ€™t with friends and family, the crew was great, caught a fewe Spanish makrel and blues and overall a great experience
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Ryan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Nice Day Out

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 16, 2025
Clean boat with alot of room. Captain and mate worked hard for fun stress free morning on the water.
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Steve L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Top notch

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore on June 8, 2025
Captain Bob and Russel.put in the work to get you on fish and wonโ€™t let the rain slow down the action. Great customer service,...
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Matthew C.
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 (PM) on June 5, 2025
Brought our family with two little ones for a first time charter. The crew was amazing. The boat was beautiful. The kids were...
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