Inshore
Trips
There are an abundant variety of fishing opportunities within the sounds
and inlets around Bogue Banks. Speckled and grey sea trout can show up
in great numbers in the fall with 4lb and larger sized fish are quite
common. These fish can show up almost anywhere from the area marshes to
deeper areas of the sound. Flounder also frequent the inlets, deepwater
holes, and the numerous bridge & pier structures. Drum, bluefish,
and Spanish mackerel school in the inlets and can all be taken on light
tackle, trolling or even on the fly. Even trophy sized sharks can be caught
inshore on artificials and even the fly. Check the “What’s
Biting?” portion of the site to find out the peak seasons for
each of these exciting species.
Nearshore Trips
Close
to the beaches, other quarry awaits. Plentiful bluefish, false albacore,
and Spanish mackerel can be taken by trolling or by casting to feeding
frenzies with light tackle and flies. Doormat flounder can be taken by
bottom fishing around many of the local shipwrecks and artificial reefs
not far offshore. Big schools of bull drum or pods of cobia show themselves
and can be sight fished while cruising the surf zone. Sea trout are also
available in the sloughs and structure along the beaches. Live bait fishing
often yields smoker king mackerel, sharks, barracuda and amberjack often
within sight of land.
Offshore
Trips
When the weather and seas permit, offshore and even gulf stream trips
are possible. Offshore trips are generally in excess of 15-20 miles out
to see and are full 8 hour day minimum charters. At certain times the
gulf stream can be within 30-35 miles of shore. Slow trolling live bait
and fast trolling rigged ballyhoo result in a host of pelagic fish including
dolphin, wahoo, tuna, king mackerel, and even billfish. Bottom fishing
the offshore wrecks, reefs and live bottoms with high speed metal jigs
and live bait can bring in grouper, amberjack, sharks, and other deep
water fish.
Eco
| Nature | Photography Tours
If just being on the water and enjoying the sights, sounds and experience
is more important to you than fishing, Old Yeller Guide Service can accommodate
a trip for you. From the historic waterfronts of Beaufort and Morehead
City to the pristine beaches, marshes and wild ponies of Shackleford Banks
& Carrot Island, there is no shortage of things to see or photograph.
Porpoises, many seabirds, sunrises/sunsets, and the Cape Lookout Lighthouse
and National Seashore are just a few of the things to see around the Crystal
Coast.
Destination
Tours
Old Yeller Guide Service can also make special arrangements for trips
outside of the Crystal Coast area of North Carolina. Depending on the
season and the target species, some options include fly fishing for trout
in the North Carolina highlands, shad fishing the Tar, Roanoke, Potomac
Rivers, and trophy striped bass fishing in the Chesapeake Bay, Hampton
Roads, or northern Outer Banks areas. Walking/wading trips to sight fish
tailing red drum are also available. Please contact Old Yeller Guide Service
for more information and pricing options.
Private Guide Service (Your Boat. My Equipment)
For a full day gulfstream charter, we will provide all necessary tackle,
gear, bait and other equipment needed for a complete day. I will teach
techniques and provide hands on instruction for all aspects of Offshore
fishing. Trip hours are up to you, but I consider 10 hours a full day
trip.
For a full day offshore/nearshore charter (30 miles or less), I will provide
all tackle, gear, bait, and other equipment needed for a complete day
fishing, you can choose from trolling, live bait fishing, bottom fishing
or any other styles and techniques of interest. Services include hands
on instruction and teaching of tips and techniques. Trip includes 8 hours
of fishing.
For a half day charter, we will provide all tackle, gear, bait, and other
equipment needed to have a complete trip; you can choose from trolling,
live bait fishing, bottom fishing, light tackle, or fly fishing techniques.
Trip includes 5 hours of fishing with distance limited to 15 miles offshore
or less.
| Rates Inshore & Nearshore  |
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| Half day ¾ day Full day |
(4 hours) (6 hours) (8 hours) |
$300 $400 $500 |
Offshore |
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| ¾ day Full day |
(6 hours) (8 hours) |
$450 |
Gulf Stream |
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| Full day | (10 hours) | $650 |
Private Guide service |
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| Full
Day Gulfstream Full Day (30 miles or less) Half day |
$350 $300 $200 |
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All rates are for a maximum of 3 anglers (due to insurance limitations) while fishing aboard the Sea Craft and 2 anglers while fishing aboard the Pathfinder. Rates include all bait, tackle, ice and equipment.
A deposit of $125 is required 2 weeks in advance to reserve a date for
all trips. Trips can also be arranged on short notice depending on availability.
If I’m booked and unavailable, I can refer you to another professional
and skilled local guide.
Cancellation Policies
If a cancellation is necessary due to weather, the trip will be rescheduled
at the convenience of the client or the deposit can be refunded. Any cancellation
made two weeks or more in advance for reasons other than weather can be
rescheduled or the full deposit will be refunded. A cancellation for reasons
other than weather that are received within 2 weeks of the trip only receive
a refund of the deposit if I can arrange another charter on that same
day. If deposits are not received within 7 days of booking the charter,
we reserve the right to cancel the date without notice.
No Shows will be charged the full amount of the trip!