Captain
John Fairbanks

Member since June 2022 Hatteras, United States
Background
Captain John loves the water and being on it. He retired from the Coast Guard in 2016 after 20 years of service and being stationed in Washington State, Maine, Michigan, Virginia, and North Carolina. He feels he was blessed to serve 12 of his 20 years on Hatteras Island. Captain John looks forward to sharing his knowledge and experience with you. There is nothing more "UnWinding" whether you’re fishing, exploring, swimming, or drifting the sloughs. From hardcore fishing to just getting out on the water to relax, his goal is to make your trip something to remember. Trips can be tailored to your desires. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Call to discuss availability and flexible times. Recommended items to bring with you include sunblock, polarized sunglasses, towels, drinks, and snacks. You’re welcome to bring a small cooler or use one provided. Unwind Charters has a pilothouse boat with plenty of dry storage space for your belongings and seating space if you want to get out of the sun.
Techniques
Sight casting for Drum (Redfish). Drifting and casting lures. Bottom fishing when conditions aren’t the best for casting. Trolling for Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish.

Hey, I'm Captain John Fairbanks

Hatteras, United States
Background
Captain John loves the water and being on it. He retired from the Coast Guard in 2016 after 20 years of service and being stationed in Washington State, Maine, Michigan, Virginia, and North Carolina. He feels he was blessed to serve 12 of his 20 years on Hatteras Island. Captain John looks forward to sharing his knowledge and experience with you. There is nothing more "UnWinding" whether you’re fishing, exploring, swimming, or drifting the sloughs. From hardcore fishing to just getting out on the water to relax, his goal is to make your trip something to remember. Trips can be tailored to your desires. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Call to discuss availability and flexible times. Recommended items to bring with you include sunblock, polarized sunglasses, towels, drinks, and snacks. You’re welcome to bring a small cooler or use one provided. Unwind Charters has a pilothouse boat with plenty of dry storage space for your belongings and seating space if you want to get out of the sun.
Techniques
Sight casting for Drum (Redfish). Drifting and casting lures. Bottom fishing when conditions aren’t the best for casting. Trolling for Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(75 reviews)
Hatteras
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Trips from US $300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 75 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (84)
Awesome Captain, Awesome Experience
Fun trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Scott A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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First but not last

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 29, 2024
Had a great day and time with captain John. Put us on fish and let us catch them trolling and casting.
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Travis T.
Lynchburg, Virginia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best Half Day Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 4, 2023
It was a wet morning but the fishing was great at the end of the day. Captain John did a great job at making sure we had a...
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Scotty M.
Pembroke, North Carolina
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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Fishing with John

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 3, 2022
We were first timers on our honeymoon. Captain John made sure we got to experience everything. Finding clams is one of the...
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Heisi R.
Washington, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sunset cruise

VERIFIED   Sunset Cruise on July 6, 2022
Captain John was kind and knowledgeable. We have a 9 yr old boy who wanted to try fishing ( although we donโ€™t know much as...
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Jaime R.
Summerville, PA
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 fishing trip

VERIFIED   Sunset Fishing Trip on June 5, 2023
Captain was very experiences and patient with multiple children.ย  Everyone caught fish.ย  The sunset was awesome.ย  I would...
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