Carolina del Norte Fishing Reports

Remember it’s not called catching, it’s called fishing and just enjoy the experience.

This was our first time fishing in Manteo, we caught a quantity of small fish that will be perfect for dinner, which was our goal. We also took and hour to go for another type after we had the quantity that we were looking for. It was a great experience, a little different than we expected, but a good time was had by all. We know it is early in the season so we did anticipate to have less options as far as what was biting.

The real story getting out of your circle, Atlantic ocean such a beautiful sight to see

Action will depend upon the weather. Warmer days will bring more fish so if it is cold adjust your expectation accordingly. But remember that even a "bad" day fishing is great!

Get a sea sickness patch. Find the boat the day before so you can get there on time.

It's was a bit chilly but expected for February. Take motion sickness medication if you are in doubt.

Plan for any kind of weather! We had beautiful sun and 65* but were prepared for cold weather too.

Yes we would go on Fillet and Release boat every time we come to the beach.

Take snacks and water. Only fish with the locals recommended because they are experienced and know where the fish are. If its early take a light wind breaker because it is a bit chilly in the morning.

We were hoping to catch a bit more fish, but the weather was maybe a bit too perfect with no current whatsoever. Still able to bring in speckled trout, gray trout, flounder, red drum and had a couple of blues get away.

Big game fish are 40 miles out so plan an all day charter. Inshore fishing is fast and furious and fish are smaller. Fun nonetheless!

Manage your expectations about the fish - we didn't catch anything larger than about 12 lbs. That said, we had a great time on the water and our family loved the experience.

Just remember that it is what it is when fishing. Great weather doesn't always present fish. That's why they call it fishing and not "catching!"

Research what fish are running at the time of your trip and make sure that's what you want to catch.

Expect darker waters than usual. Even on the the most beautiful of sunrises the water isn't blue....but nice and calm for great fishing.

Ask the captian if what you are targeting is biting, if it is not ask him/her what is. In any case the scenary will be great.

Make sure you communicate your experience level to uour your guide. Definitely invest in a charter.

If you are a serious fisher I would not recommend this time of the year. I would wait until May or November time frame when there is a greater vary of fish,

Bring sunscreen and plenty of water. Fish are biting so expect to be out in the sun.

Ribbon fish are predators and scare other fish away…but great eating so that is a bonus.