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Bradley Smith, Captain at Gunny B Outdoors

Cast your line while spending half to a full day of fishing adventure with Gunny B Outdoors. Bask in the scenery of Swansboro, North Carolina’s stunning coastline while perfecting your angling skills in the company of an expert guide Captain Bradley Smith. Sit back, relax, and enjoy complimentary drinks as you journey in search of your very own prized fish.


Capt. Bradley is a fully licensed and insured guide service who’s been fishing the Cyrstal Coast of North Carolina since 2005. He has over 30 years of fishing experience. He’s explored many local fisheries and with his vast experience, he decided to turn his passion for angling into a career. He now offers first-class fishing trips that are suitable for anglers of all ages and abilities, including children, so there’s always something to suit every skill level. The tips are completely customizable too just let him know what you want to hook, and he’ll take you to the hottest spots around!


If you want to take your family on an unforgettable vacation then spend the day fishing nearshore, inshore, Flounder gigging, eco-tour/clamming, trophy Redfishing, or on a full day offshore trip – there is plenty of fish to catch! If you want to hook some game fish and experience plenty of rod-bending action be prepared to come face to face with species such as Barracuda, Black Drum, Mahi Mahi, Flounder, Grouper, Kingfish, Redfish Black Seabass, Sea Trout, and more!


You’ll be fishing from your captain’s 24’ Blue Wave Pure Bay fishing boat perfectly built to tackle the waters of North Carolina’s freshwaters as well as the open ocean. It can accommodate up to 6 guests, so bring along the entire family, or practice your skills with your best angling buddies! On board, you’ll have top-of-the-line navigational gear and an ice box ready for use.


Your trip includes quality rods and reels, bait, tackle, and a fishing license. Don’t forget to bring your snacks & drinks, sun protection, and be in your weather-appropriate clothing.


Come aboard and join Gunny B Outdoors by booking a trip and discover what the diverse waters of North Carolina have to offer!

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July 2025
August 2025

Expertise & Attributes

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Fishing Techniques

JiggingTrolling FishingBow FishingLight TackleDeep Sea / Bottom FishingBait CastingDrift Boat Fishing

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Nature / Wildlife Views

Nature / Wildlife Views

This guide offers trips with nature and wildlife views.

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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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Nature / Wildlife Views

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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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Trips Available with Gunny B Outdoors

NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)
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NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)Top-Rated
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NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)Fishing - Inshore

NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)

You'll be fishing the marshes and river systems of coastal North Carolina. Your main target species are Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and Black drum. You may also encounter Spot, Whiting, and other inshore bottom fish. A maximum of six anglers are allowed for this trip.

Morning Trip

NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)Maximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)5 Hours
NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)7:00 AM
$500

Evening Trip

NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)Maximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)5 Hours
NC 5 Hour Inshore Fishing (AM/PM)3:00 PM
$500

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NC 8 Hour Trophy Redfishing
NC 8 Hour Trophy RedfishingTop-Rated
NC 8 Hour Trophy RedfishingInstant Booking
NC 8 Hour Trophy RedfishingFishing - Inshore

NC 8 Hour Trophy Redfishing

Gunny B Outdoors will be bringing you out fishing the Neuse River chasing after bull reds. Grab this opportunity of catching your trophy-sized Redfish. These trips leave from New Bern and can take a maximum of 6 persons. Bring your snacks & drinks and your sun protection.

Full Day Trip

NC 8 Hour Trophy RedfishingMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
NC 8 Hour Trophy Redfishing8 Hours
NC 8 Hour Trophy Redfishing6:00 AM
$900

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North Carolina Duck Hunts
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North Carolina Duck HuntsTop-Rated
North Carolina Duck HuntsInstant Booking
North Carolina Duck HuntsHunting - Bird hunting

North Carolina Duck Hunts

book a trip today to experience the thrill of duck hunting in North Carolina's lowlands. Everything you need for the trip is covered just bring your gun and ammo. We will be targeting Sea Ducks (Black Scoter, Surf Scoter, White Wing) Divers (Bluebill, Redhead, Canvasback, Bufflehead, Ruddy) species generally depends on seasonality and regulations depending on when you book your trip. Theres nothing like watching the sunrise from a duck blind so book a trip today and experience it for yourself in beautiful North Carolina.

Morning Trip

North Carolina Duck HuntsMaximum 4 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 4 guests)
North Carolina Duck Hunts6 Hours
North Carolina Duck Hunts6:00 AM
$500

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Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore Trip
Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore TripTop-Rated
Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore TripInstant Booking
Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore TripFishing - Offshore

Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore Trip

Head up to 50 miles out with Gunny B Outdoors as you target precious species that includes Grouper, Snapper, Sea Bass, Grunts, Amberjack, Porgy, Triggers and other Pelagic. Your license, gear, bait, ice, and drinks (water) are included. These Trips leave from Dudleys Marina in Swansboro at 6 am.

Full Day Trip

Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore Trip10 Hours
Swansboro, NC 10+ Hour Offshore Trip6:00 AM
$1,200

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Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore Trip
Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore TripTop-Rated
Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore TripInstant Booking
Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore TripFishing - Offshore

Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore Trip

You'll be fishing up to 30 miles out targeting prized species like Gag Grouper, Snapper, Sea Bass, Grunts, Amberjack, Porgy, Triggers, and other Pelagic. The trip's price is good for 4 people after that it's an extra $100 per head. These Trips leave from Dudleys Marina in Swansboro at 7 am.

Full Day Trip

Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore Trip8 Hours
Swansboro, NC 2/3 Offshore Trip7:00 AM
$900

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Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)
Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)Top-Rated
Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)Instant Booking
Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)Fishing - Wrecks

Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)

This trip is from the beach to 15 miles off the beach Species include King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Bonito, and False Albacore. Trip price is for 4 people after that it's an extra $50. Included in this trip is license, gear used, bait, ice, and water 1/2 Trip is 5 hours 2/3 Trip is 7 Hours

Morning Trip

Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)Maximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)5 Hours
Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)7:00 AM
$600

Afternoon Trip

Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)Maximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)5 Hours
Swansboro, NC 5 Hour Nearshore Fishing (AM/PM)2:00 PM
$600

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Full Day – Inshore Trip
Full Day – Inshore TripTop-Rated
Full Day – Inshore TripInstant Booking
Full Day – Inshore TripFishing - Inshore

Full Day – Inshore Trip

Your best choice at the most species on your list. Spend a productive day Fishing the marshes and river systems of coastal North Carolina targeting Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and Black drum, and other inshore bottom fish. Up to six anglers are allowed but with a fee of $50 each after 2 anglers. Book this in-demand fishing trip today.

Full Day Trip

Full Day – Inshore TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Full Day – Inshore Trip9 Hours
Full Day – Inshore Trip7:00 AM
$900

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Vehicles

Blue Wave Pure Bay

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

6

Boat Length:

24 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Blue Wave Pure Bay

Model Year:

2016

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Suzuki

# of Engines:

1

Horsepower Per Engine:

300

Maximum Cruising Speed:

50

Features: Bait Tank Fish Finder GPS

Gunny B Outdoors Blue Wave Pure Bay boat

Lowe Roughneck

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

1

Boat Length:

20 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Lowe

Model Year:

2013

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Suzuki

# of Engines:

1

Horsepower Per Engine:

90

Maximum Cruising Speed:

35

Gunny B Outdoors Lowe Boat

20' aluminum center console 

Boats

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Blue Wave Pure Bay

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

6

Boat Length:

24 ft

Vehicle Details

Gunny B Outdoors Lowe Boat image 0

Lowe Roughneck

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

1

Boat Length:

20 ft

Vehicle Details

FAQs about Gunny B Outdoors

Reports and Expert Articles

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Fall Trout Bite

Fall trout fishing has been on full swing here in eastern, NC. All my fish have been coming on artificial baits and finally starting to see some cooler weather in the forecast which means the fishing will only get better.

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Fall Trout Bite

Fall trout fishing has been on full swing here in eastern, NC. All my fish have been coming on artificial baits and finally starting to see some cooler weather in the forecast which means the fishing will only get better.

Ratings & Reviews Summary

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July 26, 2025

Went fishing with Gunny B today and caught more fish then I ever expected. He will definitely put you some big fish. Just don't drop the amber jack out the boat like I did. Lol. I highly recommend Gunny B and look forward to another fishing trip in the future. Thank you!

July 26, 2025

My wife and I are new to boating and fishing. We were looking for an experienced boat captain to teach us how to navigate the New River Inlet and learn the basics of trolling and casting. We hired Captain Brad to be Captain for a day on our boat and he did not dissapoint. We had a fantastic day on the water, Captain Brad is a patient, meticulous teacher. We learned alot about boat navigation and saltwater fishing basics. I absolutely recommend Captain Brad and would not hesitate to hire him again.

July 26, 2025

Amazing trip! My girlfriend and I did the half day inshore morning trip with Captain Brad at Gunny B Outdoors and we had a blast. Captain Brad catered to what we wanted to do, we fished for a while, then we went shark teeth hunting and found quite a few along with some shells and a few crabs. Really knowledgeable as a captain, as an angler and of the area and can’t leave out just an overall a great guy to have a conversation with. He recommended several restaurants in the area that we checked out that were so good and even recommended several things for us to do on the rest of our trip across North Carolina. Hoping to get back his way sometime within the next year to book another trip with him. I would recommend booking with Captain Brad to anyone.

July 26, 2025

Had such a great time fishing with Captain Brad. He was accommodating, and knowledgeable, and he even knew a few things about fishing. Would definitely recommend it.

July 26, 2025

I have been chartering 2-3 trips per year since 2018. I booked with Captain Brad at Gunny B Outdoors and had the time of my life. The Captain had a plan and executed it. The ocean was slick and we took advantage, running out 50 miles. We jigged and bottom fished various structure catching different species including limits of Triggerfish, Pink Porgy, Vermillion Snapper, could have filled the boat with American Red Snapper but the season was closed and released an 8ft shark after a 20min battle. The boat is equipped with modern electronics, quality gear and tackle. One thing I really enjoyed, the gear is properly sized for what we were targeting. No broom stick rods with giant reels to wench up fish. I could crank in a small fish quickly but I could also work a larger fish. Truly a day I will remember and one of the best days I ever had on the water. Captain Brad is a serious fisherman and likes to have a good time. I would fish with him again anytime!

July 26, 2025

We had a great time on the water w Captain Brad! What a wonderful person and guide. This was just what we needed! God, good music, beautiful sunset and the water! Even caught a nice fish! When we make it back this way we are going again. Thank you Brad.

Captain Fishing/Hunting Species

Atlantic Bonito

Species Name: Sarda Sarda

Habitat: Nearshore, Reef

Weight: 10 - 12 lbs.

Atlantic Sharpnose Shark

Species Name: Rhizoprionodon Terraenovae

Habitat: Shallow, Warm Water

Weight: 7 - 9 lbs.

Barracuda

Species Name: Sphyraena Barracuda

Habitat: Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 5 - 15 lbs.

Black Drum

Species Name: Pogonias Cromis

Habitat: Brackish Waters, Onshore

Weight: 15 - 90 lbs.

Black Sea Bass

Species Name: Centropristis Striata

Habitat: Offshore, Onshore, Nearshore, Wreck, Reef

Weight: 2 - 9 lbs.

Bluefish

Species Name: Pomatomus Saltatrix

Habitat: Nearshore, Onshore

Weight: 3 - 15 lbs.

Gag Grouper

Species Name: Mycteroperca Microlepis

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef

Weight: 10 - 50 lbs.

Grey Triggerfish

Species Name: Balistes Capriscus

Habitat: Inshore, offshore

Weight: 11 - 13 lbs.

King Mackerel

Species Name: Scomberomorus Cavalla

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 10 - 20 lbs.

Red Snapper

Species Name: Lutjanus Campechanus

Habitat: Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 5 - 20 lbs.

Redfish

Species Name: Sciaenops Ocellatus

Habitat: Onshore, Flats, Backcountry, Nearshore

Weight: 10 - 45 lbs.

Sea Bass

Species Name: Centropristis Striata

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 2 - 9 lbs.

Sea Trout

Species Name: Salmo Trutta

Habitat: Inshore, Nearshore, Covered River

Weight: 1 - 6 lbs.

Sheepshead

Species Name: Archosargus Probatocephalus

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 1 - 8 lbs.

Southern Flounder

Species Name: Paralichthys Lethostigma

Habitat: Onshore, Inshore, Channels, Rivers

Weight: 1 - 4 lbs.

Spanish Mackerel

Species Name: Scomberomorus Maculatus

Habitat: offshore, onshore, nearshore

Weight: 8 - 120 lbs.

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