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

(87 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(87 reviews)

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Gulf Shores • 25 ft • 6 persons

Last booking: 3 days ago

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Team Vinson Charters 2

4.9 / 5

(78 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(78 reviews)

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Dauphin Island • 25 ft • 6 persons

3 bookings in the past week.

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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 165 reviews

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4.9 / 5

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4.9 / 5

Experience

4.8 / 5

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Anglers claimed

Good experience
	95%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	95%
Appropriate for children
	96%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	87%

Appropriate for children
	96%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	87%

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Katina M. L.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fun, Fun, Fun!!

VERIFIED 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on January 2, 2025

Katina M. L.

5.0 / 5

Jan 2, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

Fun, Fun, Fun!!

VERIFIED

Captain Donnie and his daughter were excellent hosts! They were extremely knowledgeable and professional as well as super friendly for the entire trip! We had a fantastic experience!!

Captain Donnie and his daughter were excellent hosts! They were extremely knowledgeable and professional as well as super friendly...

Katina M. L. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on January 13, 2025

Thanks so much was a great trip!

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on January 13, 2025

Thanks so much was a great trip!

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Kasey S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fishing with Donnie

VERIFIED 3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore on March 23, 2025

Kasey S.

5.0 / 5

Mar 23, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Inshore/Nearshore

Fishing with Donnie

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Kasey S. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 25, 2025

Thanks Kasey I’m glad we was able to put you on some good fish with bad weather conditions, this family was tuff and held on to get some fishing in. Thanks Capt Donnie

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on March 25, 2025

Thanks Kasey I’m glad we was able to put you on some good fish with bad weather conditions, this family was tuff and held on to get some fishing in. Thanks Capt Donnie

Captain replied

Jeff B.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Mudflap Outdoors

VERIFIED 4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on August 26, 2024

Jeff B.

5.0 / 5

Aug 26, 2024

4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM)

Mudflap Outdoors

VERIFIED

It was a tough day of fishing for the crew. We were able to bring in a 22” Redfish. Captain Donnie did his best to put us on the fish.

It was a tough day of fishing for the crew. We were able to bring in a 22” Redfish. Captain Donnie did his best to put us...

Jeff B. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on August 26, 2024

Tough day but we pulled out a few thanks again looking forward to next time . Thanks Capt Donnie

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on August 26, 2024

Tough day but we pulled out a few thanks again looking forward to next time . Thanks Capt Donnie

Captain replied

Nick S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great time

VERIFIED 3 Hour Trip–Delta Dominator Special on July 24, 2024

Nick S.

5.0 / 5

Jul 24, 2024

3 Hour Trip–Delta Dominator Special

Great time

VERIFIED

My son and I had a great time with Team Vinson. We caught some fish they were great keeping our line baited, it was very enjoyable for our first time ever going out

My son and I had a great time with Team Vinson. We caught some fish they were great keeping our line baited, it was very enjoyable...

Nick S. recommends Team Vinson Charters

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on July 28, 2024

Another great trip in the books also ways fun to be able to put first timers on fish that’s in town definitely looking forward to next thanks again Capt Donnie

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on July 28, 2024

Another great trip in the books also ways fun to be able to put first timers on fish that’s in town definitely looking forward to next thanks again Capt Donnie

Captain replied

Heather D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Wonderful fishing trip!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (AM) on July 21, 2024

Heather D.

5.0 / 5

Jul 21, 2024

4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (AM)

Wonderful fishing trip!

VERIFIED

Captain and first mate were very nice and attentive. We caught several fish and sharks. We had a great time! We hope to go again next time we are in Gulf Shores.

Captain and first mate were very nice and attentive. We caught several fish and sharks. We had a great time! We hope to go...

Heather D. recommends Team Vinson Charters

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Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on July 28, 2024

Thanks guys a great family here with some good fish caught a lot of different fish even the sharks 🦈 was on fire thanks Capt Donnie

Donnie Vinson (The Captain)

Replied on July 28, 2024

Thanks guys a great family here with some good fish caught a lot of different fish even the sharks 🦈 was on fire thanks Capt Donnie

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