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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Team Vinson Charters 2

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(90 reviews)
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Dauphin Island
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 179 reviews
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
88%
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Chris L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Captain and fishing experience

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore on June 12, 2025
Captain Donnie and his mate (daughter) were very professional and well prepared for our trip. If the fish were not biting...
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DeSha S. P.
Excellent
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Team Vinson

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on June 9, 2025
Captain Donnie and Candace are the best. Another wonderful trip with them. We look forward to our next trip with them.
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Kevin P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Must Read!!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on December 6, 2024
Had an amazing fishing trip with Captain Donnie this morning. We caught plenty of fish ranging from Speckled Trout to Flounder....
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Jason F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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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November Fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (PM) on November 25, 2024
Capt. Donnie and Team Vision took us on an adventure. We opted to set out around Mobile and fish inshore near the USS Alabama....
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Bobby D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Will use again.

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on August 9, 2025
Captain Vinson put us on fish even in tough conditions. He really cared about making sure we had a good experience and will...
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