Brent Stanley


Though strong winds have limited the offshore fishing as of late, when conditions are right, the fishing is hot. Large King Mackerel are close to the beach feeding on schools of mullet and menhaden that are making their way south. There are lots of big Spanish Mackerel and False Albacore close to the beach as well. The Gray Trout are showing up on the near shore reefs, structure and live bottoms.

Fall is the time for some great inshore fishing and this year is no different. The Redfish and Speckled Trout fishing has been incredible as of late, even with all of the high winds we have had. Redfish are eagerly eating jigs, top water plugs, soft plastics, spoons, spinner baits and live bait. The Speckled Trout are biting topwater plugs, soft plastics, jerk baits and live bait. The flounder have been biting the same things and are typically caught while fishing for the other two species, making it pretty easy to catch and inshore slam this time of year.

Look for the fishing to get even better in the weeks to come as the water continues to cool down and the days get shorter. I have a few dates left October and most of November is open as of now. The dates that I have left open this month are:

October 7, 21, and 26. Call and book your trip today.

Tight lines!!

Fish Species: Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder
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Brent Stanley

About The Author: Captain Brent Stanley

Company: Current Adventure Charters

Area Reporting: Wrightsville Beach - Topsail, Carolina Beach, Southport

Bio: I have been fishing the waters in and around Wrightsville, Topsail and Carolina Beaches for over 30 years.  I hold a 25Ton Master's license from the United States Coast Guard and I am a member of the American Professional Captains Association. I am certified in First Aid as well as CPR.  I will use all of my knowledge and skill to put you on the fish, whether you are an experienced or a beginning angler. My goal is to see that you have the best fishing experience possible.

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