Pamlico Pirate Fishing Charters Customer Reviews

Dave’s expertise and perseverance shined through on a hot day with not too many fish showing themselves until later in the afternoon. All three of us in the trip caught fish with a 46” fish being the best of the day. Dave’s great to be around and does not hesitate to share his knowledge. Book yourself a trip and find out for yourself.

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Captain DavidReplied on September 3, 2026

Herb Schmidt, Thank you! I think we all lost 30 lbs tiday. HOT!! Glad we got ‘em, Fun day my friend! ☠️🏴‍☠️🎣

We didn’t catch any fish but Capt Dave didn’t give up. It was a tough day but the family had fun

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Captain DavidReplied on June 22, 2026

Owen Son, Thank you! You are not counting toad fish and rays? Haha, tough day for sure but great crew!!! Thanks Again!

Another great day on the water with Captain Dave despite some tough fishing conditions. He did a great job in educating us and keeping our crew engaged. Looking forward to future trips with him. Highly recommended.

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Captain DavidReplied on June 18, 2026

Herb Schmidt, Thank you! It was a grind! I so apirevuate you guys; such a great crew! 

Great time with captain David . He is a great guide. We caught the limit for red drum.

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Captain DavidReplied on June 14, 2026

Roger Walden, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip. ☠️🏴‍☠️🎣 Capt Dave

Captain Dave was knowledgeable, energetic and determined to find us some fish, and he came through with flying colors.We caught our share of redfish, trout, and blue fish, and ended the day with a nice sized striper. Dave worked diligently to keep the rods ready, and he and his boat were in great shape and highly organized. I would recommend him highly and look forward to going on another adventure with him down the road.

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Captain DavidReplied on May 25, 2026

Stan Honeycutt, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip. i had an ball!!! ☠️🏴‍☠️🎣

My son and I met Capt Dave at the Bridgeton Ramp just north of New Bern due to the weather conditions and where the fish were projected to be. For the first half of the trip, it was overcast with a slight breeze and spotty light rain, and the second half was just rainy. Capt Dave took us to the railroad trestle, and we fished around the pylons. We got a few hits, and my son caught two stripers. We were one day past the season, so we had to throw them back. We also got a couple of big blue hits, but weren't able to set the hook. We tried another area for blues around the Trent River bridge and another area for red drum. Given the drought (water salinity) and generally poor weather conditions (cool temperature and rain), the fish were just not interested in anything we were offering. Capt Dave really tried to get us fish by trying different places and different lures, but some days the fish just aren't interested. I guess that's why it's called fishing and not catching! Capt Dave did a great job, and we've decided to come back another time.

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Captain DavidReplied on May 3, 2026

It was my pleasure and really enjoyed both of you! ☠️🏴‍☠️🎣

My son and I met Capt Dave at the Bridgeton Ramp just north of New Bern due to the weather conditions and where the fish were projected to be. For the first half of the trip, it was overcast with a slight breeze and spotty light rain, and the second half was just rainy. Capt Dave took us to the railroad trestle, and we fished around the pylons. We got a few hits, and my son caught two stripers. We were one day past the season, so we had to throw them back. We also got a couple of big blue hits, but weren't able to set the hook. We tried another area for blues around the Trent River bridge and another area for red drum. Given the drought (water salinity) and generally poor weather conditions (cool temperature and rain), the fish were just not interested in anything we were offering. Capt Dave really tried to get us fish by trying different places and different lures, but some days the fish just aren't interested. I guess that's why it's called fishing and not catching! Capt Dave did a great job, and we've decided to come back another time.

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Captain DavidReplied on May 3, 2026

Stanley Stasiewicz, Thank you! You folks were awesome. Looking forward to our next trip. i was impressed how fast you guys got the hang of pitching! 🏴‍☠️☠️🎣

It was a tough day fishing but we had a fantastic time. 3 of us fishing just as hard as we could. Bites were slow and although not the captain Dave's fault, he wanted it make it right for us as clients. He offered to take us on another trip at no extra expense. Talk about a class act!!! I don't know if any other captains would offer to do this but it is greatly appreciated! We'll get em next trip. A trip with great fellowship and new friendships made!!! Captain Dave is great man!!

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Captain DavidReplied on April 13, 2026

Scott Barbour, Thank you! Great crew that took a tough day on the chin! Had a great time.

Dave

Had a great day with Capt. Dave!

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Captain DavidReplied on March 19, 2026

Too kind! Thank you! 🏴‍☠️☠️🎣

We were able to go out with Capt Dave for false Albies and man did we have a good time! He is a great captain that communicated throughout the whole process and was able to put us on some great fish. We will definitely be booking with him again.

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Captain DavidReplied on November 3, 2025

Ethan Brock, Thank you! You guys where a great crew & I enjoyed the trip! Great Anglers! ☠️🏴‍☠️🎣

My buddy and I had a great trip with Dave! It was my fourth time fishing with him and he really put us on the trout and striper today.

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Captain DavidReplied on November 1, 2025

Thomas Cozart, Thank you! Really fun day! 🏴‍☠️☠️🎣

Hardest working Captain I have ever met. Always finds the fish. Caught 13 of 14 Old Red drum hook ups . What a fantastic day. Have hired him many times over the past few years. I have fished with dozens of Captains thru out the years and I can honestly say there is no comparison to the knowledge and skill of Captain Dave in my opinion he is the best I have ever fished with and for sure the best on the Neuse River.

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Captain DavidReplied on September 21, 2025

Yesterday was Special. I am so glad you & Paul had such a fantastic day! Always a pleasure with you guys! “Always catches”; I sure wish that was a fact! 🤣🏴‍☠️☠️🎣