Flats, backwaters and inshore fishing?
What type of boat will we use?
What happens if the weather is bad for the day of the charter?
What if I need to cancel the charter?
Do you supply tackle for your use?
Do you fish with children?
Do we need fishing license?
What do we need to bring?
Your level of experience?
Where is departure?
Do you clean our catch?
What is your Waterman's Way Seafood Charter?
What do I need to bring for the Waterman's Way Seafood Charter?

Flats, backwaters and inshore fishing?
This type of fishing is some of the best the Cape Fear area has to offer. Buzzard Bay is the best area around to sight cast for redfish. The oyster bars and shallow flats act as some of the primary areas that play host to these gamefish. It is not uncommon to actually sight the fish in these areas as we move quietly searching for them. Sightfishing is some of the most exciting fishing we can do.
Where do you fish?
We fish all of the Cape Fear Area from Wrightsville Beach to Southport, and all areas between. This includes the Cape Fear River, Buzzards Bay, and Masonboro Sound.

What type of boat will we use?
Primarily we will fish from a 21' Kenner Bay boat with a 150 Suzuki four stroke. If one or two people want to sight cast for redfish, we will use my 17' Ranger Banshee Extreem. I also use the 19' Carolina Skiff for my Waterman's Way Seafood Charters.

What happens if the weather is bad for the day of the charter?
I will refund your deposit or charter fee and reschedule if you would like.

What if I need to cancel the charter?
Cancellation should be made within 3 days of the charter. No shows will be charged the full amount.

Do you supply tackle for your use?
I provide top quality tackle for your use. All baits and lures are included for your use. Live bait is supplied when needed. You may also bring your favorite tackle. Please indicate this before your trip.

Do you fish with children?
Yes, I love to see children catch fish and help them. Seeing the excitement in their eyes is what makes this job so rewarding!

Do we need fishing license?
No, a NC Saltwater Fishing license is provided.

What do we need to bring?
I suggest you dress for the conditions. A hat, sunglasses, loose and light colored clothing in summer. Warm clothing is appropriate for the spring and fall. You need to bring food, water, drinks, snacks, a camera and a cooler for you fish.

Your level of experience?
You do not need to be an expert. Often we fish for specific species and use advanced techniques. We have fun and provide instruction for you, if you need it. It is your day and I will do all that I can to make it enjoyable! I do appreciate the opportunity to be your guide.

Where is departure?
Most of the time we will depart from the Carolina Beach boat ramp. We can access all the waters that we will fish in about 30 minutes or less. I can also pick you up from any boat ramp or water access that you prefer. ( Wrightsville Beach to Southport, including all areas in between.)

Do you clean our catch?
Yes, if time permits, I will clean your fish.

What is your Waterman's Way Seafood Charter?
Click on the Waterman's Way Seafood page for details.

What do I need to bring for the Waterman's Way Seafood Charter?
You will need to bring at least 2 coolers to transport your seafood home. You can leave them in your vehicle while we are out on the boat. You will also need old tennis shoes or water shoes. If the water is warm, you might want to wear your bathing suit. We may get wet from wading when seining nets and raking clams.