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.
140
Reviews
68
Fishing Reports

My Charter Listings

Grandpa Charters

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(53 reviews)
Wanchese
 Last booking: 2 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $770

Grandpa Charters โ€“ Shrimp & Crab

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(87 reviews)
Wanchese
 Last booking: 1 day ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 140 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (152)
July fishing trip
July fishing trip
Can\u2019t Wait to Go Back!
+149
Angler rating
129
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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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Chester D.
Takoma Park, Maryland
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The best time ever

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on July 25, 2019
Captain and mate were the best. Very informative friendly do what they can do so your trip is fun and a experience you will...
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John P.
Enfield, CT
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (10.30AM) on July 16, 2019
We had a great time. 2 hour trip was perfect for getting the trawl net experience and we got plenty of shrimp. Had two big...
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Brent S.
Chesterfield, 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 with Grandpa!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Nearshore (6AM) on August 28, 2019
My son and I had a blast! Sea was rough so we fished in the sound and caught fish after fish. Will definitely book again next...
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James H.
Cresaptown, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Russell

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 22, 2019
My family had a wonderful time and the captain and crew were great. The captainโ€™s family made us feel like family.
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Trenton S.
Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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September fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (10.30AM) on September 24, 2019
Awesome experience! And I appreciate the communication! They went above and beyond all expectations!
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