5.0(1 Reviews)Private Full-Day Inshore Fishing Adventure
5.0(1 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday inshore charter targeting seven popular coastal speciesEighthour guided trip includes all licenses and safety equipmentFamilyfriendly charter accommodates up to four guests comfortably
There's nothing quite like spending a full day on the water with Captain Billy and the crew at Reed And Reel Fishing Company. This 8-hour private charter kicks off at 7:00 AM and runs until 3:00 PM, giving you plenty of time to work the inshore waters for some of the coast's most sought-after species. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to fill the cooler or a family wanting to introduce the kids to the sport, this trip delivers the goods without all the touristy nonsense.
Captain Billy knows these inshore waters like the back of his hand, and it shows from the moment you push off the dock. You'll start the morning targeting the deeper channels and inlet mouths where black drum and cobia like to cruise, then work your way through different spots as the day progresses. The boat handles beautifully in the shallows, letting you get into those prime redfish zones without spooking the schools. Kids are more than welcome—in fact, Billy's got a knack for getting even the youngest anglers hooked on their first fish. Just make sure they've got properly fitted life vests, as required by local regulations. The beauty of a private charter is flexibility; if the bite's hot in one spot, you'll stay put. If things slow down, you're moving to the next productive area without waiting on other anglers.
This isn't a meat-and-potatoes operation where everyone gets the same rig. Captain Billy adjusts techniques based on what's biting and where you're fishing. Early morning might mean working live bait around structure for striped bass, while midday could shift to sight-casting for tailing redfish in the grass flats. The boat's rigged with quality tackle suitable for everything from finicky flounder to hard-fighting cobia. You'll learn seasonal patterns—like how speckled trout move with tide changes, or why black drum stack up in certain spots during spawning runs. Bottom rigs, Carolina rigs, and live bait presentations all come into play depending on conditions. The captain provides all licenses, so you're covered on the legal side, and he stays current on size limits and bag regulations to keep everyone within the rules.
"Billy absolutely knows these waters inside and out! We kicked off the morning landing black drum in a nearby inlet—strong fighters and delicious on the table. Later, we shifted closer to shore to target puppy drum. One of the most memorable parts? Billy helped my three-year-old learn to cast and reel, and within minutes, he had his very own puppy drum on the line. It was a moment I'll always remember. Toward the evening, we traveled to a new spot and started working for speckled trout. We hooked a few just as the sun began to set—an incredible scene to end the day. No frills, no fuss—just honest, hands-on fishing from start to finish." - John
Southern Flounder are the masters of camouflage, lying perfectly flat against sandy bottoms and oyster beds. These flatfish typically run 14-20 inches, with doormat-sized fish over 24 inches being the trophy everyone's after. Fall months bring the best flounder action as they migrate toward deeper water, making them aggressive feeders. They're ambush predators that strike fast and fight with surprising strength for a bottom dweller. What makes them special is their table fare—sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. Plus, there's something satisfying about fooling a fish that relies so heavily on staying hidden.
Striped Bass, or rockfish as locals often call them, are pure power when they're feeding. These silver bullets can range from schoolie-sized 18-inchers up to trophy fish pushing 40+ inches. Spring and fall migrations bring the best striper fishing, when schools move through inshore waters chasing baitfish. They're known for their aggressive strikes and bulldogging fights that test your drag system. Stripers are also excellent table fare, with firm white meat that grills beautifully. The thrill comes from their unpredictability—one minute you're catching 20-inch fish, the next you're hooked up with a cow that's trying to spool you.
Sheepshead earn their nickname "convict fish" from the black stripes running down their silver sides, but they're better known for being master bait stealers. These structure-loving fish have human-like teeth designed for crushing shellfish, making them notorious for picking baits clean without getting hooked. They typically run 12-16 inches, with 3-4 pound fish being common and anything over 5 pounds considered a nice catch. Winter months often produce the best sheepshead fishing around docks, bridges, and oyster bars. Despite their reputation for being finicky, they're outstanding table fare with sweet, firm meat. The challenge of outsmarting their light bites makes landing one feel like a real accomplishment.
Redfish, or red drum, are the poster fish for inshore angling, and for good reason. These bronze-colored bruisers with distinctive black spots can range from slot-sized 18-27 inchers up to bull reds exceeding 40 inches. They're year-round residents that feed aggressively in shallow grass flats, around oyster beds, and along marsh edges. What makes redfish special is their willingness to eat almost anything—live bait, cut bait, or artificials—and their powerful fights that include long runs and head-shaking jumps. Slot fish are prized for their excellent eating quality, while oversized bulls provide pure sport fishing excitement. The sight of a red's bronze back and black-spotted tail cruising the shallows gets every angler's heart racing.
Cobia are the gentle giants of inshore waters, often mistaken for sharks when their dorsal
Your fishing platform for this full-day adventure is a well-maintained 2014 Carolina Skiff stretching 21 feet, built specifically for inshore action. The 115HP Mercury outboard gives you the speed to cover water quickly, hitting 40 knots when you need to chase feeding fish or beat other boats to productive spots. With room for up to 4 anglers, there's plenty of casting space without crowding the cockpit. The onboard fish finder helps locate schools of stripers, drum, and cobia lurking in deeper channels, while GPS keeps you on productive reefs and structure. An icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during those long summer sessions. This skiff handles Chincoteague's shallow inshore waters perfectly, getting you into backcountry spots where big redfish and speckled trout feed. The stable platform makes fighting larger fish manageable, and the open layout gives everyone clear access to the action whether you're drifting for flounder or sight-casting to tailing reds.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are the brown sharks that aren't sharks - solitary hunters that cruise near the surface looking like trouble. These fish average 30-50 pounds but can push 60+ when we find the big ones. They hang around structure like buoys, wrecks, and oil rigs in 30-100 feet, often following rays and sharks. Late spring through summer is peak season when they move inshore to spawn. Guests love the visual game - spotting these fish near the surface and casting ahead of them. The fight is bulldogging strong, and the meat tastes like a cross between grouper and mahi. Key trick: when you see one, there might be more nearby. Work the area thoroughly with bucktail jigs or live bait, and don't be afraid to follow them around.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish are shallow water legends - copper-colored bruisers with that signature black spot near the tail. Most slot fish run 18-27 inches, but the bull reds can push 30+ pounds and really test your drag. They cruise super shallow flats, often with backs out of water, hunting crabs and shrimp in 1-4 feet. Fall is money time when they school up, but summer sight fishing is hard to beat. Guests love watching these fish eat topwater lures in skinny water - pure adrenaline. The meat is firm with a mild, sweet flavor that's tough to beat. Best tip I can give: look for nervous water and mullet jumping, then cast ahead of cruising fish. They spook easy in shallow water, so keep noise down and make long casts.
Archosargus ProbatocephalusSheepshead are the craftiest fish in shallow water - gray convicts with human-like teeth that can steal your bait before you know it. Most weigh 2-5 pounds, though we catch some 8+ pounders around deeper structure. They live around docks, bridges, and barnacle-covered pilings where they munch crustaceans all day. Winter through early spring is prime time when they school up for spawning. Guests get hooked on the challenge - these fish require finesse and quick reflexes. The reward is sweet, flaky white meat that rivals any table fish. Here's the key: use small hooks with fresh shrimp or fiddler crabs, keep your bait tight to structure, and set the hook hard the second you feel weight. They'll clean you out otherwise.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern Flounder are masters of disguise - these flat fish can change color to match sand or mud bottoms where they ambush prey. Most run 15-18 inches, but we catch some pushing 25+ inches. They're both-eyes-on-one-side oddballs that guests love photographing. You'll find them in shallow bays, around structure, and near creek mouths in 2-8 feet of water. Fall and winter are prime time when they're feeding heavy before moving offshore. They put up a good fight despite their pancake shape, and the meat is sweet and flaky - perfect for the dinner table. Pro tip: use a slow drift with live shrimp or mud minnows near bottom structure, and don't set the hook too quick - let them fully take the bait before you react.
Morone SaxatilisStripers are the coastal angler's bread and butter - these silver rockets with distinctive black stripes pack serious punch. Most fish we catch run 20-30 inches, but the big cows can push 40+ pounds. They're structure-oriented, hanging around rocks, jetties, and drop-offs in 10-50 feet of water. Spring and fall migrations bring the best action when they're chasing baitfish. Guests love the hard-pulling fights and their excellent table fare with firm, white meat. These fish are smart and can be picky about presentation. My go-to trick is matching your bait size to what they're feeding on - if you see small baitfish getting chased, downsize your lure. Live eels and bunker work magic when the bite gets tough.
5.0 out of 5.0Billy absolutely knows these waters inside and out! We kicked off the morning landing black drum in a nearby inlet—strong fighters...
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