subject: Information About Coastal Fishing In North Carolina [print this page] If you are visiting the beautiful state of North Carolina, there is no better way to obtain an authentic cultural experience, then to rent a charter boat and go coastal fishing in North Carolina. The state of North Carolina is lined with almost 4,000 miles of shoreline due to its many bays, islands, rivers and sand bars, so the obvious activity among its local residents is fishing.
Do not worry if you are new to fishing, because there are many activities and boat rentals geared towards taking people out on their first fishing adventure. You can even rent a boat that is equipped with a captain, food, drinks, and maybe even a Jacuzzi, to make your fishing experience an exciting adventure you will not soon forget.
Due to the plentiful tidal shorelines in North Carolina, there are a variety of different fishing areas to choose from. If you are a fan of Mahi Mahi and Tuna, then offshore fishing is the way to go. There is generally a huge abundance of fish in this area because of the Gulf Stream, which brings with it a bunch of juicy fish hungry for bait!
If you are more interested in inshore fishing, the barrier islands create essentially protected waters that provide the perfect conditions for catching trout, redfish and flounder. With a little bit of luck and practice, you could be returning home with one of those giant trophy sized fish and an amazingly fresh seafood dinner. How exciting would it be to know that you were responsible for catching that night's dinner?
Keep informed and up to date on the movement patterns of specific schools of fish. There are a variety of sources online and on TV that will give you a better idea of where you should be fishing to have the best possibility of catching the perfect fish.
When you head out on your charter boat for you first fishing experience, try inviting along an old family friend who has been fishing the North Carolina waters for years. An experienced fisherman is invaluable when it comes to giving advice and helping you improve your fishing techniques. No amount of studying the logistics of fishing can trump the wisdom of an experienced fisherman!
The people that enjoy fishing the most are the ones who are able to enjoy their time out on the water even when the fish are not biting. Fishing is not all about catching fish, ironically. It is about patience and being able to wait for something to come to you. But the moment that fish bites, that is when you get on the offensive!
Pier fishing is the perfect alternative for those who feel like they may get a little sea sick being out on the water for too long. Plenty of fine fisherman have caught their first fish, on the piers, coastal fishing in North Carolina.
