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!

Hey, I'm Captain Donnie Vinson

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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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 169 reviews
Boat
Excellent
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
95%
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100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
88%
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Chris M.
Very good
3.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Good
3.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
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Dissappointing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (PM) on November 19, 2023
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Jeff C.
Fairhope, AL
Bad
2.0 / 5
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2.0 / 5
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Fishing with Donnie

VERIFIED   4 Hour โ€“ Red Snapper Special (AM) on July 2, 2022
This was the most horrible trip I have ever been on. The boat was way too small for 6 people. The guide only had 5 poles. There...
Jeff C. does not recommend Team Vinson Charters
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Randy H.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   July 11, 2022
The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Gary M.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   July 19, 2022
The charter operator canceled 11 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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