Captain
Russell Firth

Member since May 2017 Wanchese, United States
Background
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.

Hey, I'm Captain Russell Firth

Wanchese, United States
Background
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.
142
Reviews
68
Fishing Reports

My Charter Listings

Grandpa Charters

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(53 reviews)
Wanchese
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $770

Grandpa Charters โ€“ Shrimp & Crab

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(89 reviews)
Wanchese
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 142 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (153)
Lots of SHRIMP!!!
July fishing trip
July fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
94%
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Larry C.
Sedley, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

All day trip with captain Russ and first mate Mike.

VERIFIED   Extended Full Day โ€“ Ocean Wreck on June 27, 2020
Had a blast with the family. First time in open waters and we were on fish. Great people to fish with.
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James M.
Chesapeake, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip for crabs

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on June 4, 2020
Very family oriented, safe and fun for all. My 3 year old granddaughter went along and had a blast!
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Jason S.
Freedom, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

2 hour shrimp and crab

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (PM) on August 1, 2019
The Stuebgenโ€™s from Pittsburgh, Pa will be back for sure! Great time had by all. The boat was great! Captain and mate are...
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Mal C.
Farmville, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Near shore 4 hour

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (PM) on June 25, 2019
Had a great experience with Captain Firth and First Mate Mike. Caught some nice mackerel and a couple of blues. Would highly...
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Jared W.
Parkerton, WY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Crabbing with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 4, 2020
Great trip for the family.ย  Caught a lot of crab for a yummy dinner.
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