What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Wanchese, North Carolina for the first time?

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Maureen Cavanaugh
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Went fishing with Waymaker Charters - Gratitude (22' Pontoon) on April 22, 2025
We did not catch any fish, but did get a couple of crabs. We were told the weather (sunny but very windy) contributed to the lack of fish. Still a great time!

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Isaiah Guzik
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Went fishing with Reely Catchy Sportfishing- 53’ on April 10, 2025
If you want to get something closer inshore the black sea bass are amazing fighting and great table fair! That’s what we went out for and we had a blast!

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Richard Shively
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Went fishing with Roanoke Sportfishing on October 8, 2024
Captain Elliott and his mate were excellent. Easy to talk to, really meshed with our group. Will definitely book next year.

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Jessica Paxton
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Went fishing with Shoal Rider Fishing Charters on October 8, 2024
It can get windy on the water as the boat is moving, especially in the morning so you may want a jacket. Be ready to be patient and enjoy the water and surrounding.

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Laurie Perry
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Went fishing with Sea Reaper Sportfishing on September 14, 2024
Check the weather ahead of time to book the best possible day. We didn't do that and we experienced difficult fishing conditions.

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Will Pilkovsky
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Went fishing with Hayden Express Charters on August 22, 2024
Ribbon fish seem to be what most captains target right away. If you want to fish for other species, make the captain aware early on

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Gail Hollabaugh
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Went fishing with Reely Catchy Sportfishing- 53’ on August 23, 2024
If you’re prone to seasickness make sure you have something to take. My husband was nauseated most of the trip after we got out to the fishing grounds.

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Carine Jutras
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Went fishing with Riptide Charters on August 19, 2024
Our trip was supposed to be near shore however because of high waves created by hurricane the fishing trip was in the sound. This was not an issue for us and we still had a great experience.

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Ken Mattson
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Went fishing with Old School Fishing Charters on August 16, 2024
Excellent! Mike was an amazing captain with knowledge of the area, patience, friendly, and his price was perfect for the experience

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Edward Wells
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Went fishing with Jill Louise Headboat – 50' Evans on August 13, 2024
These guys know what they are doing- we had 10 kids and they loved it and learned a lot. Cole ran all over the place and taught them well.

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Rex Smith Jr
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Went fishing with Sea Reaper Sportfishing on August 13, 2024
This marina is easily accessible from obx, free parking for charter guests and a fishing cleaning station that will have your catch cut up and ready for your cooler quickly.

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Christopher Wood
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Went fishing with Hayden Express Charters on July 30, 2024
Choose this charter and don’t look any further. Family friendly but also for experienced people too!!! Best of everything you can get in a fishing charter on the outer banks!!!!

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David Amidon
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Went fishing with Stick Em Fishing Adventures on July 23, 2024
Lots of possibilities, but be ready to go with whatever the winds and weather allow. Check out Stick 'Em Fishing Adventures.

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Chris Behling
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Went fishing with Outer Banks Outdoors-East Way – 25' Parker on July 26, 2024
It's an easy boat ride from the marina in Wanchese. Weather can be rainy, but it's never cold in July, and the fish seem hungry!

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Bobby Scott
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Went fishing with Jill Louise Headboat – 50' Evans on July 24, 2024
It was a super trip and great captain and mate . Highly recommended this to any family or fisherman . Super time

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Ed Berestecki
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Went fishing with Riptide Charters on July 23, 2024
First time fishing here and did not know what to expect. It ended up being a great day with a great captain.

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Brian Hartley
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Went fishing with Old School Fishing Charters on July 19, 2024
Great fishing! It's a nice change from fresh water fishing which is what I'm used to. Love it down here!

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Jim Sutherland
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Went fishing with Sea Hag Sportfishing on July 17, 2024
It’s called fishing!! Not catching!! Be patient! The captain knows what he’s doing!! If he can find the fish, he will!! Take some Dramamine!!

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Jill Bentch
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Went fishing with Sea Jay Fishing Charters on July 11, 2024
We took our kids (ages7 to 16) on this fishing trip. Captain Ryan was very patient with them and made the trip fun for everyone! We caught some fish and saw some dolphins along the way.

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Chris Rhodes
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Went fishing with Fishing Taxi Sportfishing on July 10, 2024
If u have an idea what u want tell the capt of the boat most will do there best to get u what u want

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Edward Gooding
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Went fishing with Stick Em Fishing Adventures on July 10, 2024
Be willing to change with the weather sometimes you can’t get to the shipwreck because of it still had a good time fishing the grass beds in the bay

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Scott Simmons
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Went fishing with Old School Fishing Charters on July 5, 2024
This was our first time and Mike was excellent at teaching you the basics and explaining what were we’re doing.

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Patricia House
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Went fishing with Outcast Fishing Charters OBX on June 28, 2024
Bring lotion sunscreen not the spray so you can use it on the boat. Sun shirts if you have fair skin.

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Kevin Catlin
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Went fishing with Hayden Express Charters on June 25, 2024
Had some quiet time without much action, but ended up with enough fish to. Catching a few large red drum offset the slow time periods, but fishing is unpredictable

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Harold Frostick
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Went fishing with Old School Fishing Charters on June 21, 2024
Learn as much as you’re comfortable with beforehand, pay attention to your captain’s instructions. Watch carefully when he is demonstrating or if he is fishing and definitely ask questions.

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Paul Kibbe
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Went fishing with Outer Banks Outdoors-East Way – 25' Parker on June 18, 2024
Remind them that there is no head on many boats (not an issue for us, but I wonder how many people forget to ask). Even on cool days, LOTS of sunscreen.

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Ned Bowlin
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Went fishing with Stick Em Fishing Adventures on June 3, 2024
This was our first time out doing any saltwater fishing and it was a great experience. Would definitely recommend for first timers

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Robert Weber
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Went fishing with Outer Banks Outdoors-Salt Grit – 37' Topaz on May 28, 2024
I think to get everything we hoped for it would be ideal to go later in summer … but it was still fun

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Brandon Hornbeak
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Went fishing with Hayden Express Charters on May 28, 2024
Dress for the weather. Be courteous of the Captains vessel. Ask questions if you don’t know. Have fun!

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Joseph Cordero
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Went fishing with Outcast Fishing Charters OBX on April 23, 2024
Things just getting started in April, and if you are fortunate enough to catch days in the upper 60's and low 70's, I'm sure you'll find a much more aggressive bite!