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Making the best of a windy day
Making the best of a windy day
May 16, 2023
Weather is always a challenge, especially in the spring season when it feels like summer and winter are fighting it out. This is why it's good to have a little flexibility in your schedule. Had a half-day charter for Alex's birthday, joined by his father-in-law, and two brothers in law. The first day was just too rough, so we rescheduled and got out there. With the inlet crossing a little gnarly due to tides and winds, we had to make an extended boat ride down to Masonboro Inlet where we had the protection of a jetty and deeper water. It was still a bit of a rodeo going out, but once we hit open water it was a lot more manageable. The wind was not supposed to come up until later in the day, but as usual, the forecast was off and it was already gusting over 10 knots when we came out of the inlet. With whitecaps forming and waves close together, I made the quick decision to keep the trip close to shore... which is fine, because the Spanish mackerel are running strong. The bite wasn't fast, but it was steady and we put plenty of good fish in the boat. All of the fish were legal size or better, which was a nice change from the last trip where we had to release so many shorts. The bluefish and lizard fish put in a brief showing as well, and kept things lively. We finished the day in fairly rough conditions, and I think everyone was ready to come back in. 15 Spanish and a blue will make for plenty of fish tacos as this crew finishes out their vacation week!
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What anglers said about fishing in Topsail Island

Find an experienced guide and let them show you the local rigs, tactics and bait. Split the cost with several friends or family and a fishing trip can be relatively inexpensive.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Find an experienced guide and let them show you the local rigs, tactics and bait. Split the cost with several friends or family and a fishing trip can be relatively inexpensive.
Carolina Flats Fishing
Carolina Flats Fishing Mohnton, PA
As always talk with your Captain and keep an eye on the weather so you can pick the best day and trip for success. I enjoyed the small town and easy going marina. It all made for a stress free trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
As always talk with your Captain and keep an eye on the weather so you can pick the best day and trip for success. I enjoyed the small town and easy going marina. It all made for a stress free trip.
Grassy Sound Charters
Grassy Sound Charters Mount Washington, KY
Don’t put it off, get out there and enjoy yourself, these captains know their stuff!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don’t put it off, get out there and enjoy yourself, these captains know their stuff!
Mullet Run Charters
Mullet Run Charters Marathon, OH
We lucked up for the first week in August. It didn’t get over 88 all week and cool at night. Typically late spring and early fall are better, but we did really good.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
We lucked up for the first week in August. It didn’t get over 88 all week and cool at night. Typically late spring and early fall are better, but we did really good.
Marker23 Inshore Adventures
Marker23 Inshore Adventures
Trust your charters, they know the water better than anyone. No sense in going after fish that won’t be biting. Best thing to do is go with the flow and they’ll get you hooked into some fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Trust your charters, they know the water better than anyone. No sense in going after fish that won’t be biting. Best thing to do is go with the flow and they’ll get you hooked into some fish!
South End Adventures
South End Adventures Ulster, PA
Book your trip with South End Adventures! Captain Taylor and first mate Drew were the best period.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Book your trip with South End Adventures! Captain Taylor and first mate Drew were the best period.
South End Adventures
South End Adventures Charlotte, North Carolina
Be patient and understanding "its called fishing not catching." Enjoy the experience and you'll have a great time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be patient and understanding "its called fishing not catching." Enjoy the experience and you'll have a great time.
Spring Tide Guide Service
Spring Tide Guide Service Potosi, MO
Take it all in, even if the fish aren’t biting there’s plenty to enjoy around you!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Take it all in, even if the fish aren’t biting there’s plenty to enjoy around you!
Blue Heron Guide Service
Blue Heron Guide Service
Yes. Even though it was a bit early in the season, the captain was fantastic, and the experience was worthwhile!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes. Even though it was a bit early in the season, the captain was fantastic, and the experience was worthwhile!
Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing
Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing Hornell, NY
Charter Fish Topsail as Captain Orr and Brett provided all the tackle and bait.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Charter Fish Topsail as Captain Orr and Brett provided all the tackle and bait.
Fish Topsail
Fish Topsail Plymouth, MI
Sun screen, water , and a hat. Spend the day and enjoy some of the sites and food. Don't forget the ice cream.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Sun screen, water , and a hat. Spend the day and enjoy some of the sites and food. Don't forget the ice cream.
Native Son Guide Service
Native Son Guide Service Wallingford, VT
Listen to the captains advice , when told the seas are rough there not kidding , if they say seas are good there on point . Rough seas are for hard core fishermen .
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to the captains advice , when told the seas are rough there not kidding , if they say seas are good there on point . Rough seas are for hard core fishermen .
Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing
Pelagic Hunter Sportfishing Gastonia, NC
I would definitely recommend a fishing trip on Top Sail for anyone. It was a great day for myself and both my son's.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would definitely recommend a fishing trip on Top Sail for anyone. It was a great day for myself and both my son's.
Native Son Guide Service
Native Son Guide Service Canton, OH
FInd a guide who knows the area. Have them take you out, learn from them, to set yourself up for success down the road.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
FInd a guide who knows the area. Have them take you out, learn from them, to set yourself up for success down the road.
Spring Tide Guide Service
Spring Tide Guide Service United States
Read the reviews for the Captains. The right Captain makes all the difference in the world
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Read the reviews for the Captains. The right Captain makes all the difference in the world
South End Anglers
South End Anglers Dunn, NC
Call and fish with Capt. Ray Brittain @ Spring Tide Guide Service. Trust me!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Call and fish with Capt. Ray Brittain @ Spring Tide Guide Service. Trust me!
Spring Tide Guide Service
Spring Tide Guide Service Raleigh, North Carolina
Yes he was great with my grandson teaching him how to catch trout and showing us a great time!!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Yes he was great with my grandson teaching him how to catch trout and showing us a great time!!!!
Spring Tide Guide Service
Spring Tide Guide Service Sanford, North Carolina