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William Gillikin
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Local Knowledge Charters invites you to embark on an exciting fishing adventure in North Carolina. This guide service specializes in various fishing experiences, including inshore, offshore, wreck, and flats fishing, all set in the bountiful waters of Atlantic Beach. At the helm of this venture is Captain William Gilikin, hailing from a lineage of skilled fishermen. His background has endowed him with valuable tips and tricks for achieving a successful catch, knowledge that he enthusiastically shares with his fellow anglers. Captain William is renowned for his professionalism, passion, and dedication, always going the extra mile to ensure that his guests have the most enjoyable and memorable time on the water.
Experience a thrilling fishing expedition aboard a 20’ Intruder fishing boat, offering comfortable accommodations for up to 4 guests. The vessel is equipped with state-of-the-art fishing equipment, ensuring both safety and productivity throughout the trip. With this boat as your fishing base, you can rest assured that your experience will be both rewarding and secure.
Captain William is well-versed in a variety of fishing techniques, including light tackle, heavy tackle, trolling, bottom fishing, popping, and spinning. Guests are encouraged to communicate their preferred fishing method, and the captain will be delighted to accommodate their preferences.
The waters around Atlantic Beach are teeming with various fish species, providing ample opportunities for exciting catches. Some of the common fish that anglers can expect to catch include Spanish Mackerel, King Mackerel, Bluefish, Flounder, Grouper, and Seabass. Any fish caught during the trip can be kept by the guests, and the crew even offers to clean and fillet the catch for them.
Booking a trip with Local Knowledge Charters means you'll have access to high-quality fishing equipment, and the fishing license required for the expedition is also included. To top it off, complimentary drinks are provided on board, allowing you to relax and enjoy your time on the water. You only need to bring some snacks along to complement your fishing adventure.
Whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice, Local Knowledge Charters promises a memorable and enjoyable fishing trip on the rich waters of Atlantic Beach. So, gather your fishing gear and make arrangements with them to embark on an exciting fishing adventure today.
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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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Starting At $900
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Starting At $475
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Fishing
Starting At $700
Description:
Reel Affair
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
4
Boat Length:
20 ft
Manufacturer Name:
Intruder (Saltwater fishing)
Model Year:
2007
Engine Manufacturer Name:
Yamaha
# of Engines:
1
Horsepower Per Engine:
115
Maximum Cruising Speed:
35
Features: Bait Tank Trolling Motor Fish Finder GPS
Explore Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, with Captain William Gillikin on the Reel Affair. This 20-foot Intruder boat features a 115 hp Yamaha engine, accommodating up to 4 guests for an exceptional fishing charter. Boat also has a live bait tank, wireless trolling motor, GPS, and fish finder.
Reel Affair
Boat Type:
Boat Guest Capacity:
4
Boat Length:
20 ft
Vehicle Details
Temps are up and the bite has been hot! 🔥🎣
It was a kiddo take over yesterday and boy did we have some fun! Lots of laughs mixed in with tight lines and hard fishing fish!
Great day on the water with this father son duo! These West Virginia natives got a good taste for everything the North Carolina coast has to offer. Catching red drum, sea trout and flounder!
Great day with Ricky and his son Dalton! We got into a great class of red fish, with all the fish being upper slots and even found a few very rare flat fish! Lol
Ratings & Reviews Summary
July 6, 2025
Great experience with the captain , chasing reds in the marsh. He has first hand knowledge of the area from growing up there and continually fishing and hunting in the area. He was able to consistently put us on fish. If I ever return to the area will defiantly book with him again.
July 6, 2025
My family visit NC from MI for Spring Break and had a fantastic time. Captain William was super knowledgeable and patient. It was a lot of fun catching fish and learning about the area. He handles the barrage of questions from my sons like a championship boxer. It was a windy day with a chop, but he found us great spots to fish. We could not have asked for a better day we came home with great memories and fish to eat. Our experience with Captain William has made this area a spring break destination for years to come.
July 6, 2025
This fishing trip was a unique experience for my son and me coming on the last day of spring break trip to the beach. We were really lucky to have captain William as our guide and will try our best to go out there with him again. We went through a few different places employing different fishing techniques and having lots of fun. Couldn’t keep those flounders, but brought some catch for a few dinners with friends. It is a great fishing time.
July 6, 2025
I and my grand daughter had a great experience Captain William is very nice and knowledgeable about the area and fishing. The bite was a little slow and we were new to fishing from a boat in the Ocean. Nevertheless, Will went above and beyond to see that my Granddaughter caught fish and that is all that mattered to me! If you go out later in the season as we did be sure to bundle up as the Ride out is a little, cool! I would definitely recommend booking your charter with Local Knowledge Charter !!
July 6, 2025
Captain William is knowledgeable, easy to deal with, and a true professional! The boat was great, the weather was perfect and everyone was catching fish. Can’t wait for the next trip! Great half-day inshore trip!
July 6, 2025
We found a hot spot on the nearshore hitting grey trout off the bottom. We were pulling in 2-3 at a time. Hit our limit in less than 4 hours and even caught a citation awarded grey trout. Also caught Spanish mackerel, bluefish, and flounder. Captain William was a great host and kept our lines baited all day. Great day all around!