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
174
Reviews
12
Fishing Reports
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Candace V.
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Anne V.
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Team Vinson Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(89 reviews)
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Gulf Shores
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Trips from US $350

Team Vinson Charters 2

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(85 reviews)
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Dauphin Island
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 174 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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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
88%
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Koty W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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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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Great fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on March 19, 2025
Captain Donnie took us out in some rough water and kept us safe and as smooth as possible in 3-4 foot waves. He put us on some...
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Jennifer A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on June 15, 2025
Dannie put us on fish and our family had a great time.  We would do it again and are thankful for the experience and memories...
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Micah 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 fishing trip!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on June 4, 2025
Captain Donnie and Candace did a fantastic job making sure our family got to catch some fish. Great time!
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Josh D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Sheepshead Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (PM) on March 26, 2025
Highlight recommend Team Vinson.  Captain Donnie and his daughter were great to fish with and quickly got us on some fish.
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James H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Trophy Trout

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (PM) on July 14, 2025
Team Vinson got us on some trophy trout yesterday afternoon!  My son and I had a blast.
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