Captain
Joe Ziegler

Member since July 2017 Little River, United States
Background
Growing up in South Carolina allowed Captain Joe's family the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, whether it be duck hunting, fishing, or just enjoying the water. His family established a successful HVAC company but their passion for outdoor sporting was their lifelong career goal. They have spent 28 years educating themselves on the techniques of successful and effective outdoor fishing and hunting techniques. Once Captain Joe and his family found that they had learned and mastered what was needed to be successful in both the chartering and hunting business, they were able to establish Eastern Tailz Outfitters. Whether you're chasing fish tails, ducks tails, or buck tails, the captain can ensure your entertainment and success. He and the rest of the family are so excited to invite you to be a part of the outdoor adventures they have grown so passionately for. They thank you for helping them on their journey and promise it will be an experience to remember.
Techniques
Certain species of fishing areas require different techniques as the tides, water temperature, and weather change. So when backwater high tide fishing for Redfish, the captain will use corks to suspend the bait from the bottom and float them down the banks, as well as fish the jetties. He also uses bottom rigs for Flounder, Black Drum, and Sheepshead, using the current to his advantage. Whichever fish you target depends on the factors presented in the waters.

Hey, I'm Captain Joe Ziegler

Little River, United States
Background
Growing up in South Carolina allowed Captain Joe's family the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, whether it be duck hunting, fishing, or just enjoying the water. His family established a successful HVAC company but their passion for outdoor sporting was their lifelong career goal. They have spent 28 years educating themselves on the techniques of successful and effective outdoor fishing and hunting techniques. Once Captain Joe and his family found that they had learned and mastered what was needed to be successful in both the chartering and hunting business, they were able to establish Eastern Tailz Outfitters. Whether you're chasing fish tails, ducks tails, or buck tails, the captain can ensure your entertainment and success. He and the rest of the family are so excited to invite you to be a part of the outdoor adventures they have grown so passionately for. They thank you for helping them on their journey and promise it will be an experience to remember.
Techniques
Certain species of fishing areas require different techniques as the tides, water temperature, and weather change. So when backwater high tide fishing for Redfish, the captain will use corks to suspend the bait from the bottom and float them down the banks, as well as fish the jetties. He also uses bottom rigs for Flounder, Black Drum, and Sheepshead, using the current to his advantage. Whichever fish you target depends on the factors presented in the waters.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(161 reviews)
Little River
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 161 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (166)
Fish On
Captain Joe finds the fish!!
Big fish
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
93%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
79%
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Keith E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore AM on May 13, 2025
We had fish on the hook right from the start,trout and black drum,filled the cooler in about an hour then we were catching...
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Scott M.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Joe

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore AM on September 1, 2024
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Jason D.
Little River, South Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 Hour Trip with Captain Joe

VERIFIED   Evening trip on July 26, 2022
Our trip was originally booked for the evening. Captain Joe reached out to suggest going earlier because of the tides. We agreed...
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James H.
Spring Lake, North Carolina
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

5hr trip with captain Joe.

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore PM on July 19, 2022
Trip was fun. I talked with captain Joe before we left the dock about what we were going to fish for, and he said it was going...
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Keith E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Joe finds the fish!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore AM on May 21, 2024
Second time fishing with Captain Joe and will be back next year.it took a little while longer to get on the fish this time...
Keith E. recommends Eastern Tailz 25โ€™ contender bay
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