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!
Anglers Choice
152
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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Team Vinson Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(86 reviews)
Angler's choice
Gulf Shores
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $350

Team Vinson Charters 2

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(66 reviews)
Angler's choice
Dauphin Island
 Last booking: 7 hours ago
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 152 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
86%
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Josh D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Sheepshead Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (PM) on March 26, 2025
Highlight recommend Team Vinson.ย  Captain Donnie and his daughter were great to fish with and quickly got us on some fish.
Josh D. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Lucas P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Gulf Fishing Experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on July 6, 2024
We had a great time, including our boys (9 and 14). Each of us caught fish and we ended the trip with 5 red snapper and a 32...
Lucas P. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Chase R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on March 23, 2025
Team Vinson put me on some of the biggest sheepshead Iโ€™ve caught! Great time!!
Chase R. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Doug D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore Special (PM) on March 19, 2025
When we visit Gulf Shores, Capt. Donny is the one to call! You want to book early.
Doug D. recommends Team Vinson Charters
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Carl F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great family trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on March 17, 2025
Was able to deliver what we were looking for.ย  A nice afternoon trip with a lot of action.
Carl F. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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