Captain
John Speener

Member since December 2021 Manteo, United States
Background
Fishing is something that Captain John has done his entire life and is something he's very good at. Join him aboard and have a memorable time chasing fish and enjoying the water in one of the most productive hotspots in the country.
Techniques
Cast and reel

Hey, I'm Captain John Speener

Manteo, United States
Background
Fishing is something that Captain John has done his entire life and is something he's very good at. Join him aboard and have a memorable time chasing fish and enjoying the water in one of the most productive hotspots in the country.
Techniques
Cast and reel
Anglers Choice
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Our Team
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Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(148 reviews)
Angler's choice
Manteo
 4 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $375

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 148 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (126)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Jacob C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a great time!

VERIFIED   4 Hour inshore Trip (AM) on April 16, 2025
Even though the wind didnโ€™t help us catch many fish, my kids and I had a great time and Cpt John did his best trying to get...
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Brad R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Salty Girl

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on June 17, 2024
Fishing with Capt. John and his crew (Brad, his son) was an excellent adventure.ย  We were brought to the fish in the inlet....
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Alexander K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Trip With Captain John!

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on August 14, 2024
We had a great experience with Captain John. We caught 30 pounds of ribbonfish and two sand bar sharks, which was very exciting....
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Linda K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Catch of the day!

VERIFIED   4 Hour inshore Trip (PM) on August 1, 2024
Wow! Our fishing trip was amazing. We had a beautiful day on the water with Captain John who was very helpful and patient....
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Don L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour inshore Trip (AM) on July 9, 2024
Iโ€™m and old timer. Iโ€™ve been fishing with capts all over US. Capt John was the best of the lot. This was a special trip...
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