Captain
Donnie Vinson

Member since January 2022 Gulf Shores, United States
Background
Captain Donnie Vinson was born and raised on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. He grew up in Spanish Fort and has spent more than 3 decades fishing in and around Mobile Bay. He's fished everything from the rivers of the Delta to the Gulf's deep sea. The captain loves being on the water and is always looking for the next memorable experience. He's eager to share his passion and knowledge and he loves taking people for a great day of fishing or a wonderful sunset cruise. Captain Donnie is fully certified by the American Red Cross in CPR as well as first aid. Also, he's a member of the Alabama Coastal Fishing Association (ACFA). He competed in various tournaments throughout the Gulf Coast as well as in Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, the world’s largest angling tournament. Join Captain Donnie aboard for tight lines!

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Gulf Shores, United States
Background
Captain Donnie Vinson was born and raised on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. He grew up in Spanish Fort and has spent more than 3 decades fishing in and around Mobile Bay. He's fished everything from the rivers of the Delta to the Gulf's deep sea. The captain loves being on the water and is always looking for the next memorable experience. He's eager to share his passion and knowledge and he loves taking people for a great day of fishing or a wonderful sunset cruise. Captain Donnie is fully certified by the American Red Cross in CPR as well as first aid. Also, he's a member of the Alabama Coastal Fishing Association (ACFA). He competed in various tournaments throughout the Gulf Coast as well as in Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, the world’s largest angling tournament. Join Captain Donnie aboard for tight lines!
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Captain Donnie V.
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Candace V.
First mate
Anne V.
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Team Vinson Charters 2

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(81 reviews)
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Dauphin Island
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 169 reviews
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
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Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
88%
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Cory C.
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Awesome Trip!

VERIFIED   Sheepshead Trip 5 Hr PM on November 4, 2024
Captain Donnie and Candice put us on the fish! Awesome crew and they are super friendly and knowledgeable. If youโ€™re thinking...
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Brian S.
Excellent
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Cpt. Donnie was great!

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on August 19, 2024
We had a group of 5 that hadnโ€™t been off shore fishing. We all had a great time and we came home with plenty to feed the...
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Katina M. L.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fun, Fun, Fun!!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on January 2, 2025
Captain Donnie and his daughter were excellent hosts! They were extremely knowledgeable and professional as well as super friendly...
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Kasey S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Donnie

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on March 23, 2025
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Jeff B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Mudflap Outdoors

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on August 26, 2024
It was a tough day of fishing for the crew. We were able to bring in a 22โ€ Redfish. Captain Donnie did his best to put us...
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