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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Fishing Info

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Where does Local Knowledge Charters fish?

We fish the Atlantic Beach, NC area, including Atlantic Ocean.


What are the target fish?

Target fish include Redfish (Also Called Red Drum, Channel Bass, Spottail Bass), Spanish Mackerel (Also Called Atlantic Spanish Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel), King Mackerel (Also Called Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel  ), Black Sea Bass (Also Called Sea Bass  ), Gag Grouper (Also Called Charcoal Belly, Velvet Rockfish, Grouper  ), Albacore Tuna (Also Called ), Atlantic Bonito  (Also Called Bloater, Bone Jack, Bonito, Boston Mackerel, Common Bonito, Skipjack), Bluefish (Also Called Elf, Tailor, Shad), Sea Trout  (Also Called Speckled Trout, Spotted Sea Trout), Spotted Weakfish (Also Called Seatrout, Speckled Trout, Spotted Squeteague, Spotted Trout  ), Summer Flounder  (Also Called Flounder, Fluke  ), Great Barracuda (Also Called Giant Barracuda, Picuda  )


Where in Atlantic Beach, NC to we meet our guests?

We meet at Marina Drive ( 116 1st St, Atlantic Beach, NC 28512, USA )


Do I need a STATE Fishing license?

Yes, a Fishing license is required


Where do I get a STATE Fishing license?

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Comission - Fishing

A North Carolina Fishng License is required for individuals 16 years of age or more. A fishing license is required to fish any public water in North Carolina. The State of North Carolina requires seperate licenses to be purchased for inland and salt water fishing. When fishing with a licensed captain or guide in saltwater no licensing is needed. Please visit the North Carolina Wildlife Resources comission for more information and to purchase your license.

How much should I Tip?

It is customary to tip 20% of the trip total. We work tirelessly to make sure you have a guest experience!


Do I need to bring my own gear?

No, we provide standard gear such as rods and reels so you don’t need to worry about anything. But please feel free to bring you own gear if you prefer.


For further questions, please visit our Contact Us page.

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