Starting at $550 for 4 hours • Up to 4 Passengers • All Ages • Inshore & Backwater • Capt John
Board the Carolina Blue in Wanchese for a family-friendly, small-group fishing charter that runs from calm backwaters to productive nearshore reefs. Captain John customizes each outing by tide and weather, making this an efficient choice for anglers seeking sight-casting on grass flats or a longer day chasing pelagics.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–10 hours
Fitness Level
Low to moderate: you should be able to board a small boat, stand for casts, and handle brief bursts of activity.
Wildlife
History
Wanchese is a traditional working fishing village on Roanoke Island with a long maritime heritage tied to local fisheries and coastal communities.
Conservation
The charter follows state regulations and encourages selective harvest and size-limit compliance to support sustainable fisheries in the Albemarle sound and nearshore waters.
Starting at $550 for 4 hours • Up to 4 Passengers • All Ages • Inshore & Backwater • Capt John
Check tide and wind
Low wind and favorable tides make sight casting on grass flats productive; ask your captain about the best tide window for your target species.
Bring motion-sickness meds
If you’re sensitive to rolling seas, take preventive medication or wear acupressure bands before departure—ocean conditions change quickly.
Dress in layers
Mornings on the water are cool and breezy; pack a lightweight, waterproof layer and sun protection for the afternoon.
Secure valuables
Use a small dry bag for phones, cameras and wallets; the Carolina Blue has storage but a dry bag keeps electronics safe during action.
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Protects skin during long daylight hours on reflective water.
summer
Non-slip deck shoes
Keeps you stable on wet decks while casting and landing fish.
Light rain jacket or windbreaker
Shields from morning spray and sudden offshore breezes.
spring
Motion-sickness medication or bands
Useful if you’re prone to seasickness when moving from calm backwaters to ocean swell.