Captain
Brian Patteson

Member since July 2022 Hatteras, United States
Background
Captain Brian grew up inland but started making trips to the Outer Banks back in the 80s and soon developed an interest in fishing and all sorts of marine life, especially seabirds. This led to working as a deckhand on a variety of vessels for over a decade. He feels fortunate to work with some of the best captains in the area as a mate. In 2005, the captain purchased his first charter boat and just a year later he was able to upgrade to his current vessel. The Stormy Petrel II has served the company's needs well for over 15 years now, and the crew looks forward to seeing you aboard.
Techniques
Captain Brian especially likes bottom fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling for Mahi and Tuna when they are present in good numbers. The captain likes to target species where the chances of catching are high and which the angler can hook on their own if possible.

Hey, I'm Captain Brian Patteson

Hatteras, United States
Background
Captain Brian grew up inland but started making trips to the Outer Banks back in the 80s and soon developed an interest in fishing and all sorts of marine life, especially seabirds. This led to working as a deckhand on a variety of vessels for over a decade. He feels fortunate to work with some of the best captains in the area as a mate. In 2005, the captain purchased his first charter boat and just a year later he was able to upgrade to his current vessel. The Stormy Petrel II has served the company's needs well for over 15 years now, and the crew looks forward to seeing you aboard.
Techniques
Captain Brian especially likes bottom fishing, live bait fishing, and trolling for Mahi and Tuna when they are present in good numbers. The captain likes to target species where the chances of catching are high and which the angler can hook on their own if possible.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(75 reviews)
Angler's choice
Hatteras
Trips from US $1,000

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 75 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Lee W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

10 Hour Gold Stream

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip โ€“ Gulf Stream on July 12, 2025
We had 10 guys on this trip. Captain Brian and first mate Danny were excellent. We caught our snapper limit in the first 2-3...
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Brian R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore Early AM on August 6, 2025
60 fish caught in 4 hours!ย  Over 90 pounds of Blues and Spanish Mackerel! Fish were biting as soon as we dropped our lines....
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Karl P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore MIdday on June 25, 2025
First we caught a good amount of Spanish Mackerel (about 30) and then Captain Brian heard about a spot with Blues. We went...
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Chad D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Awesome adventure!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore MIdday on July 23, 2025
Captain Brian and first mate Danny are very knowledgeable and willing to teach you things as you fish. I highly recommend for...
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Jon C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip for a large group

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Nearshore MIdday on April 21, 2025
One of the best fishing trips Iโ€™ve been on (and I love to fish!) Great for a large group of people, ready to have some fun....
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