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
(71 reviews)
Hatteras
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Trips from US $300

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 71 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (79)
First Charter Trip
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Angler rating
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
90%
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Thomas B.
Frisco, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun day on water with captain John

VERIFIED   3/4 Day โ€“ Family and Friends Fun on September 18, 2023
Fishing was slow but John work very hard to get fish in the boat we all caught fish and John was a great guy throughout the...
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James P.
Etna, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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First time clammers!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 24, 2022
Capt. John created a very memorable one of a kind experience for our family. Fishing was great, saw dolphins and he ended our...
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Chris C.
Manteo, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect trip with the kids!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 23, 2022
Our trip out was absolutely perfect for our kids first experience! We all enjoyed fishing but my little girl loved shelling...
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Kristyn Y.
Hertford, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sunset fishing

VERIFIED   Sunset Fishing Trip on June 19, 2023
We had a great time! Captain John was great! We would definitely do it again!
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Walter S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain is first rate

VERIFIED   3/4 Day โ€“ Family and Friends Fun on June 8, 2023
Captain John worked hard to see that we had a great time, and made sure that we went home with fish I will book with him again...
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