Captain

Donnie Vinson

Nationality: American
Languages: English
Experience: 23 years

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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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Team Vinson Charters

4.9 / 5

(89 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(89 reviews)

Angler's choice

Gulf Shores • 25 ft • 6 persons

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Trips from US $350

Team Vinson Charters 2

4.9 / 5

(81 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(81 reviews)

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Dauphin Island • 25 ft • 6 persons

Last booking: 8 hours ago

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Trips from US $450

Fishing Reports

Wacken on them!!

Jul 8, 2025 Dauphin Island

Great family time!! This family wacked on the trout and the black drum !

Nearshore slam!!

Jun 2, 2025 Dauphin Island

This group killed it from Speckled trout,Spanish Mackerel, Pompano and Sharks what a fun trip.

Hooked up!!!

Mar 30, 2025 Dauphin Island

Making memories !!

On ???

Mar 26, 2025 Dauphin Island

Killer trip this morning!!!

Getting Hot down South

Mar 22, 2025 Dauphin Island

This family had a great time catching multiple fish and sharing memories for a lifetime.

Hard Afternoon but got a big girl!!

Mar 13, 2025 Dauphin Island

Great trip with Memories made and a great Sheepshead

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 170 reviews

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Boat

4.9 / 5

Crew

4.9 / 5

Experience

4.8 / 5

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5 stars		155
4 stars		9
3 stars		3
2 stars		1
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	95%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	95%
Appropriate for children
	96%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	88%

Appropriate for children
	96%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	88%

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Jennifer A.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on June 15, 2025

Jennifer A.

5.0 / 5

Jun 15, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

Great trip

VERIFIED

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 made.

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...

Jennifer A. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on June 17, 2025

Thanks guys this family was killing it from the start!

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on June 17, 2025

Thanks guys this family was killing it from the start!

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Micah D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on June 4, 2025

Micah D.

5.0 / 5

Jun 4, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

Great fishing trip!

VERIFIED

Captain Donnie and Candace did a fantastic job making sure our family got to catch some fish. Great time!

Micah D. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on June 24, 2025

Thanks again definitely enjoyed the trip looking forward to next time. Thanks Capt Donnie

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on June 24, 2025

Thanks again definitely enjoyed the trip looking forward to next time. Thanks Capt Donnie

Captain replied

Josh D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great Sheepshead Trip

VERIFIED 4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (PM) on March 26, 2025

Josh D.

5.0 / 5

Mar 26, 2025

4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (PM)

Great Sheepshead Trip

VERIFIED

Highlight recommend Team Vinson. 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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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 27, 2025

Thanks guys y’all definitely put the Smack down on some Convicts this morning enjoyed it. Thanks Capt Donnie & Candace

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 27, 2025

Thanks guys y’all definitely put the Smack down on some Convicts this morning enjoyed it. Thanks Capt Donnie & Candace

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Chase R.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great day on the water!

VERIFIED 4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on March 23, 2025

Chase R.

5.0 / 5

Mar 23, 2025

4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM)

Great day on the water!

VERIFIED

Team Vinson put me on some of the biggest sheepshead I’ve caught! Great time!!

Chase R. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 24, 2025

Thanks Chase you definitely was wacking on them what a great trip looking forward to next time. Capt Donnie

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 24, 2025

Thanks Chase you definitely was wacking on them what a great trip looking forward to next time. Capt Donnie

Captain replied

Doug D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great trip!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (PM) on March 19, 2025

Doug D.

5.0 / 5

Mar 19, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (PM)

Great trip!

VERIFIED

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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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 20, 2025

Thanks once again for this repeat customer always good fishing and good family times looking forward to thanks Captain Donnie

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 20, 2025

Thanks once again for this repeat customer always good fishing and good family times looking forward to thanks Captain Donnie

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