Explore the waters off Hampstead North Carolina for a premier sportfishing experience with Katfish Kayak and Fishing Adventures. Explore inshore, nearshore, or offshore and target many different species while enjoying the beautiful natural sights this area offers. Captain Phillip Loughlin has fished these waters for over 40 years, and will be your host to deliver a great fishing experience for everyone in your group. Charter fishing trips run on Captain Phillip's 2018, 23’ Parker boat that can accommodate up to 4 anglers. Powered by a 300 HPowered P Yamaha engine he'll get you to the fishing grounds quickly, with a cruising speed of 35 knots, and with top quality GPS, radar, and fishfinder systems he'll get you to the right spot with complete safety. There’s an onboard live well you can use to store your bait, and coolers for drinks throughout the trip. All the fishing gear will be waiting for you when you arrive on the boat. Captain Phillip provides you with rods, reels, tackle, as well as live bait and lures. You will want to make sure you have your NC Coastal Recreational Fishing License (CRFL), as well as a cooler with some drinks and snacks for lunch in case you get hungry. Sun screen, a hat, and of course your camera will complete the outfit. Aside from traditional charter fishing, Captain Phillip also offers customizable and flexible mothership kayak fishing trips. He can take you to those places you always wanted to fish which are just too far to paddle to. This is a unique service where you bring your own kayak and fishing gear, board the mothership, and let the crew take you where you want to go. As kayak trips are not guided, you need to be an experienced kayak angler, able to handle your boat and your gear in open-water conditions. These kayak trips can accommodate up to 3 anglers. The fish targeted on this charter vary by season, and you can pick a trip that fits your fishing style and technique. If you’re up for some shallow-water action, species such as Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Red &amp; Black Drum, Flounder, Speckled Trout and others are available. For those who prefer the deep blue, you can go after King and Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, even a Sailfish if you come across one. Book your next adventure with Katfish Kayak and Fishing Adventures and spend a day full of fishing excitement surrounded by the beauty of the North Carolina coast and waterways.

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Atlantic Bonito

Atlantic Bonito 2023!

Atlantic bonito fishing in the Atlantic Ocean has been a popular activity among anglers for years. This year, the Atlantic bonito population seems to be on the rise, providing great opportunities for fishermen to catch these saltwater delicacies. 

The best time to go Atlantic bonito fishing is during their peak season from late summer through early fall. During this time of the year, the water temperature drops, and baitfish move closer to shore, attracting schools of bonito that feed aggressively. Anglers can catch them using a variety of techniques including trolling with lures or live bait, casting with spinning rods, and fly fishing

The water temps are heating up, and soon the fishing will be heating up too!  
As we roll into April, we will start taking our regular season bookings.  Catch the early season run of Atlantic Bonito (tasty little white tunas!) and Spanish mackerel... or let's go a bit further out to find the king mackerel as they start moving back into the area.  
It's a great time to fish, as the summer heat hasn't arrived and the ocean is beautiful.  Book now for weekend availability!

Spring fishing is about to kick off

Spanish Mackerel

North Carolina Fishing Report

The fishing in Hampstead, North Carolina has been fantastic this season. And even when it gets tough, folks kept their spirits up and focused on having a good time.  That's really what this is supposed to be all about.  Enjoy the experience of that big, beautiful ocean, and a day outdoors. We targeted Mackerel on this trip. But there's more to catch on this abundant water! Explore with us!

Hampstead, NC Fishing Report

I can't say the fishing was gangbusters, but the bite was consistent and the crew was able to put 16 Spanish in the box.  There were a bunch of "remote releases" as well.  There's a trick to landing a Spanish on a planer, but the crew started getting it down as the day went on.  

Book now and explore the North Carolina waters with Katfish Kayak and Fishing Adventures!

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Which amenities are available onboard with Katfish Kayak And Fishing Adventures When you book a trip with Katfish Kayak And Fishing Adventures, Llc, you can expect the following onboard amenities:GPSFishfinderBait Well With Live BaitRadar What's included in the trip price with Katfish Kayak And Fishing Adventures? Trips booked with Katfish Kayak And Fishing Adventures, Llc include:Rods, reels &amp; tackle (Not provided for kayak mothership charters.)Live BaitLuresFirst Mate What types of fishing does Katfish Kayak And Fishing Adventures, offer? Katfish Kayak And Fishing Adventures, offers the following types of fishing:Inshore Fishing (For kayak and kids trips. )Nearshore FishingOffshore Fishing (On a full day, up to 40 miles offshore)Reef Fishing (Trolling and drift fishing only. )Wreck Fishing (Trolling and drift fishing only.)

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Deposit: A 20% deposit is required for all online bookingsBalance is due in cash or credit card on the day of the trip.

Tips: Tips are greatly appreciated for a job well done

Guest Cancellation: &nbsp;In the event that you need to request a cancellation, you must do so&nbsp;3 days before your charter date in order to receive a refund for your deposit.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Guide Cancellation: In the rare event that your guide must cancel due to inclement weather, equipment issues or health, you will have the option to reschedule for a future date or cancel and receive your deposit back in full.

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