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Russell Firth
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Russell Firth

Wanchese, United States
100+ reviews
I started commercial fishing with my grandfather and fell in love with it. My family goes way back, with many generations working as fishermen. I became a charter captain so I could show others how to fish and enjoy the bounty of our oceans.

Charters

Rating

4.9
150 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

95%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (150)

Showing 1 – 5 of 150 reviews
  • Bill Monaghan
    Bill Monaghan
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic trip with the grandkids eight years old, and 10 years old, a memory that they will never forget

    4 Hour Trip (PM) • 6 adults • 2 children

    3 bushels of crabs and 1 bushel of shrimps. The weather started getting rough and the captain was very safe. The kids enjoyed this trip so so much. This is the first time they were ever on a boat in the sound, and they were very comfortable with the crew. This experiences have been the best part of our trip to the Outer Banks. Thank you, Captain Russ, and first mate Mike.

  • Daniel Durrbeck
    Daniel Durrbeck
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great half day on the water

    4 Hour Trip (PM) • 3 adults

    Wanted a quick trip for me and my two sons. Something that guaranteed some action, not sitting around watching the tip of a fishing pole. This shrimping trip was perfect! Everyone was busy pulling the net in, sorting the catch, feeding baitfish to the birds. Captain and mate were knowledgeable and did a great job explaining the process! I highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Shrimp
    Crab
    Response from Captain

    Thank you. hope you enjoyed eating your catch. look forward to the next time.

  • Christine Shay
    Christine Shay
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Shrimp and crab for dinner!

    2 hr. Shrimp and crab • 4 adults

    We had a great trip this morning with Captain Russell and Mike! We were hoping for enough shrimp for dinner and we got more than enough and even got crab! Russell and Mike were great! Definitely recommend! We’ll definitely be back for another trip. Next time we’ll do a longer fishing trip. Perfect for families or any shrimp lover !

    Reported catch:
    Shrimp
    Crab
    Response from Captain

    thank you

  • Bryan Morrow
    Bryan Morrow
    us
    Delaware, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    5 kids and me!

    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (6AM) • 6 adults • 5 children

    Did a 4 hour trip with 5 kids and myself (adult). Captain Russel and Mike were very accommodating to make the environment great for the kids. We also caught fish and got a great recipe from the Captain that everyone loved. Thanks for a great morning on the water.

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Rusty Parrish
    Rusty Parrish
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Russell

    Half Day Trip – Nearshore (PM) • 3 adults

    they are some good dudes and they know where the fish are at 5/5 rating for me

    Reported catch:
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bluefish (Tailor)

Real catches shared by our community

  • Grandpa Charters
    Grandpa ChartersWanchese, NC
    Multiple freshly caught saltwater fish arranged on a boat cleaning and fillet table.
    Fish 1
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Bryan M.
    Bryan M.
    Did a 4 hour trip with 5 kids and myself (adult). Captain Russel and Mike were very accommodating to make the environment great for the kids. We also caught fish and got a great recipe from the Captain that everyone loved. Thanks for a great morning on the water.
  • Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab
    Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & CrabWanchese, NC
    Two young anglers working together on a fishing boat, preparing for their next catch in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Scup (Porgy)
    Daniel D.
    Daniel D.
    Wanted a quick trip for me and my two sons. Something that guaranteed some action, not sitting around watching the tip of a fishing pole. This shrimping trip was perfect! Everyone was busy pulling the net in, sorting the catch, feeding baitfish to the birds. Captain and mate were knowledgeable and did a great job explaining the process! I highly recommend!
  • Grandpa Charters
    Grandpa ChartersWanchese, NC
    A family proudly displays their catch of several fish on the dock, holding a sign for Grandpa's Charters after a successful fishing trip.
    Had a wonderful time with thos family from Va.
  • Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab
    Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & CrabWanchese, NC
    An angler proudly displaying a large stingray caught during a fishing trip, surrounded by a variety of smaller fish in a net.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Skate
    Greg J.
    Greg J.
    Russell and Mike was very knowledgeable and professional.
  • Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab
    Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & CrabWanchese, NC
    A family poses on the boat with their catch, showcasing colorful life jackets and a sunny day at the dock.
    Gary H.
    Gary H.
  • Grandpa Charters
    Grandpa ChartersWanchese, NC
    A group of young anglers proudly posing with their catch of fish on a dock after a successful fishing trip, showcasing a variety of species.
    Thomas M.
    Thomas M.
  • Grandpa Charters
    Grandpa ChartersWanchese, NC
    Group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of several fish on a dock, with a charter sign in the background indicating a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Good friends and great fishing Tuesday morning
  • Grandpa Charters
    Grandpa ChartersWanchese, NC
    A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Good catches of fish amd crabs
  • Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & Crab
    Grandpa Charters – Shrimp & CrabWanchese, NC
    Two individuals are handling a fishing net filled with various marine life, including crabs and fish, in a waterway setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Flounder
    Jason P.
    Jason P.
    Typically, getting crabs is not something one talks about. However, we left with a bushel and a half of blue crabs, and a few fish after our 4 hour tour with Grandpa (Russell) and Mike, the mate. Can’t share enough how enjoyable the charter was and how much my family preferred it over other charters we’ve taken. We learned a lot about crabbing, why we could t keep the flounder, and the OBX in general. Highly recommend him and will be going back for shrimp soon.
  • Grandpa Charters
    Grandpa ChartersWanchese, NC
    Fishing charter boat cruising across calm coastal water, with a tall antenna and outriggers visible and passengers aboard.
    We are up and running. Fishing has been really good. The crabbing has also been amazing.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Grandpa Charters in Wanchese

While many may want to stay close to shore during November to try to fill the boat with Drum, Trout, and Bass, there's still plenty going on offshore, where the Tuna bite is in its prime!

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

A family proudly displays their catch of several fish on the dock, holding a sign for Grandpa's Charters after a successful fishing trip.

Big blues

Jun 6, 2026 • Wanchese
Had a wonderful time with thos family from Va.
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Group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of several fish on a dock, with a charter sign in the background indicating a successful fishing trip.

GOOD FRIENDS

Jun 11, 2025 • Wanchese
Good friends and great fishing Tuesday morning
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A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.

CATCHING

May 29, 2025 • Wanchese
Good catches of fish amd crabs
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Fishing charter boat cruising across calm coastal water, with a tall antenna and outriggers visible and passengers aboard.

We are excited

May 24, 2025 • Wanchese
We are up and running. Fishing has been really good. The crabbing has also been amazing.
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A group of young anglers proudly displaying their catch of several fish on the dock after a successful fishing trip.

Good day on the water!

May 21, 2024 • Wanchese
It was a great half day trip on the water keeping this crowd entertained! Fun group. Yall get on the books, looks like the fishing is gonna be good this summer!
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Family group with children posing behind a large display of freshly caught fish arranged on a marina dock beside a charter boat.

Nice day on the soundside!

Jun 8, 2023 • Wanchese
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