Steven Lopez
Steven Lopez
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
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Member since 2026
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2 trips
4.7
Verified

Hot Mid Day Trip in July

Half Day Trip (PM)2 adults

My son and I knew it was a risk to go out on charter with heat streak we been having. Captain Les worked continuously in the heat for us to get that red catch we were looking forward to. We enjoyed conversation and dealt with sting rays before red drum hit as we were heading into last hour of trip. Approximately 10 lbs. (33” in length). Then another red hit cut bait. This one measured 29 inches. We were all feeling joyful, enduring the het, acknowledging the warm water, and still successful catching good size red drum. My son and I had great time. Thank you Captain Les. We are planning next trip with Captain Les.

Response from Captain

thanks

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  • Steven Lopez
    Steven Lopez
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
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    Member since 2026
    •
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Hot Mid Day Trip in July

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 2 adults

    My son and I knew it was a risk to go out on charter with heat streak we been having. Captain Les worked continuously in the heat for us to get that red catch we were looking forward to. We enjoyed conversation and dealt with sting rays before red drum hit as we were heading into last hour of trip. Approximately 10 lbs. (33” in length). Then another red hit cut bait. This one measured 29 inches. We were all feeling joyful, enduring the het, acknowledging the warm water, and still successful catching good size red drum. My son and I had great time. Thank you Captain Les. We are planning next trip with Captain Les.

    Response from Captain

    thanks

  • Kathrine Harbaugh
    Kathrine Harbaugh
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 6 adults • 1 child

    we were a grop of six.. Captain Les welcomed us aboard hs 30' Carolina hull and go us ot in the sound and catching fsh. one of our group had casted legand another was only 8 ys old. and we had two 18 yr olds. Captain Les schoold those kis and had their complete attention and respect.hard to do lol....we caught hound fish , a nce blue , some rays . wind was a bitch. we had a great tie and will defnitely come back to this oat and Captain.

    Reported Catch
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Response from Captain

    thank you

  • Tim Dempsey
    Tim Dempsey
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
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    Member since 2024
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing with Les

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults

    My family and I had a great time fishing with Captain Les. My niece had never been on a boat or fishing before and Captain Les was extremly patient and knowledgable. The boat was clean and spacious for the 6 of us. We had a tremendous time and highly reccomend Captain Les.

    Reported Catch
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Response from Captain

    Thanks so much enjoyed fishing wigh yall.

  • Steven Lashaway
    Steven Lashaway
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip.

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 6 adults • 2 children

    We had a great trip. The captain was on time and very personable. He was very knowledgeable on the water. The water was clear and calm the day we fished and fishing was a little slow ( no fault of the captains). He had no problem moving to multiple different locations trying to get us on the fish. We did catch a couple sting rays and my boys had a great time reeling them in. All in all it was a great day on the water.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the review I really appreciate it. Thanks

  • Brooks Whitson
    Brooks Whitson
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 3 adults

    Captain Les worked non stop to keep fresh bait on the hooks. He was very patient and personable with my sons ans I. We hooked into some big blues, a bullnose ray and even a Houndfish! He didnt use the typical small squid strips , top bottom rigs or trolled with spoons. We were rigged up for big fish. His AM boat caught a 32" Redfish. We plan to rebook with him on our nex trip!

    Reported Catch
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Response from Captain

    thanks guys I appreciate the review