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Carolina Traditions Guide Co.

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Beaufort NC

Joe Tunstall, Captain at Carolina Traditions Guide Co.

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If you are looking for action packed fishing off the Carolina coast, look no further! Captain Joe Tunstall, with over 30 years of experience, will have you reeling them in all year long. Carolina Traditions Guide Co. prides itself on helping families and friends make wonderful memories fishing the coast of North Carolina.


Spend your day aboard one of two boat options. The first is a 23’ Carolina Skiff, equipped with a 150 HP Yamaha engine. This beauty can easily maneuver in as few as 8 inches of water, perfect for backcountry fishing and finding that hidden trophy fish. The second is his 23' Sea Ox Outboard that can carry up to 4 guests and is outfitted with a 225 HP Suzuki engine. Both boats are rigged with quality navigation technology that includes GPS, fish finder, and radio systems. You’ll have an ice-box at your disposal to store your fish and keep your drinks cool all day long.


Captain Joe specializes in light tackle and fly fishing. From near coastal, inshore and the marshes of eastern North Carolina, he will have you targeting a multitude of saltwater species including Redfish, False Albacore, Flounder, and so much more. There is always action in these abundant waters!


Captain Joe provides anglers with top quality equipment and tackle that have proven successful in his decades of experience. The charter also covers fishing licenses for all passengers. Guests are welcome to bring personal snacks and drinks, and are encouraged to bring sun protection and weather-appropriate clothing.


Break away and book your next adventure with Carolina Traditions Guide Co. to explore the North Carolina coast like you've never seen it before! 48-hour advance booking is highly recommended.

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Upcoming Availability

May 2025
June 2025

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Fishing Techniques

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What's Included

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.

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What's Included

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Cancellation Policy

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When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.

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Trips Available with Carolina Traditions Guide Co.

Fly Fishing

Fishing

Starting At $500

Fly Fishing

Fishing Area: Beaufort, NC

Fishing: Inshore

Capacity:

Max 2 guests (base trip price includes 2 guests)

Description: Captain Joe will take you on a fly fishing trip targeting a multitude of nearshore species mainly Redfish! All fly fishing equipment will be provided by the captain.

False Albacore Fishing

Fishing

Starting At $675

False Albacore Fishing

Fishing Area: Beaufort, NC

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

• 23' Sea Ox Outboard • Max 2 guests (base trip price includes 2 guests)

Description: Your target for the day will be the ever elusive False Albacore. The captain will provide quality and modern equipment with top notch tackle and the hottest lures.

Trophy Redfish Fishing

Fishing

Starting At $650

Trophy Redfish Fishing

Fishing Area: Beaufort, NC

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

• 23' Sea Ox Outboard • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)

Description: Don't miss the golden opportunity of catching your first trophy redfish with Captain Joe! He will provide quality and modern equipment with top notch tackle and the hottest lures.

Trophy Redfish Fishing

Fishing

Starting At $650

Trophy Redfish Fishing

Fishing Area: Beaufort, NC

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

• 23' Jones Brothers Bateau • Max 3 guests (base trip price includes 3 guests)

Description: Don't miss the golden opportunity of catching your first trophy redfish with Captain Joe! He will provide quality and modern equipment with top notch tackle and the hottest lures.

Inshore Fishing

Fishing

Starting At $475

Inshore Fishing

Fishing Area: Beaufort, NC

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

• 23' Sea Ox Outboard • Max 4 guests (base trip price includes 4 guests)

Description: Good for someone wanting to catch a lot of fish and have the rest of the day to still available. With his intimate knowledge of the area, Capt. Joe will have you on Speckled Trout, Flounder, Redfish and more to name a few, in no time!

Inshore Fishing

Fishing

Starting At $475

Inshore Fishing

Fishing Area: Beaufort, NC

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

• 23' Jones Brothers Bateau • Max 4 guests (base trip price includes 4 guests)

Description: Good for someone wanting to catch a lot of fish and have the rest of the day to still available. With his intimate knowledge of the area, Capt. Joe will have you on Speckled Trout, Flounder, Redfish and more to name a few, in no time!

False Albacore Fishing

Fishing

Starting At $675

False Albacore Fishing

Fishing Area: Beaufort, NC

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

• 23' Jones Brothers Bateau • Max 2 guests (base trip price includes 2 guests)

Description: Your target for the day will be the ever elusive False Albacore. The captain will provide quality and modern equipment with top notch tackle and the hottest lures.

Vehicles

Sea Ox Outboard

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

4

Boat Length:

23 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Sea Ox Outboard

Model Year:

2016

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Suzuki

# of Engines:

1

Horsepower Per Engine:

225

Maximum Cruising Speed:

28

Features: Bait Tank Ice-Box Fish Finder GPS Radar VHF Radio

Carolina Traditions Guide Co. Sea Ox Outboard boat

Jones Brothers Bateau

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

4

Boat Length:

23 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Jones Brothers Bateau

Model Year:

2001

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Yamaha

# of Engines:

1

Horsepower Per Engine:

150

Maximum Cruising Speed:

30

Features: Bait Tank Ice-Box Fish Finder GPS Radar VHF Radio

Carolina Traditions Guide Co. Jones Brothers Bateau boat

Boats

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Sea Ox Outboard

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

4

Boat Length:

23 ft

Vehicle Details

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Jones Brothers Bateau

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

4

Boat Length:

23 ft

Vehicle Details

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Ratings & Reviews Summary

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JohnMcQuaid

May 28, 2025

Joe is a good captain and we thoroughly enjoyed our Drum fishing trip. We told Joe that we were there to learn, not just to catch fish, and he explained everything he was doing and why.  Despite windy conditions, we caught some Drum, and learned a lot. 

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