1. Boat size – The larger the better. Larger means more comfort and less sea sickness. We recommend a minimum of 45 feet.
2. Speed – You need at least a 25 mph boat. The faster the boat the more fishing time you have when you arrive at the fishing grounds. Note: Most Captains’ will lie about boat size and speed.
3. Motors – 1 motor and 1 breakdown = 1 long day. Always charter a boat with 2 motors.
4. Equipment – Life jackets (Type 1) are required by the Coast Guard. Radar and life rafts are not required but each boat should have one.
5. Always book a boat that the Captain owns and operates. We have several boats in this area that is company owned and has different Captain’s on a daily basis.
6. Talk directly to the Captain. If you get a message machine he most likely is offshore fishing. Leave him a message. He will call you back.
7. Mate – 2nd in command. Never leave the dock without a mate unless you or your friends have the knowledge to bring the boat back to the dock. Accidents do happen!

Billfish, Tuna, Wahoo, Dolphin

Located at Carolina Beach Municipal Docks

Enjoy a FAST, comfortable trip to your fishing destination.

Captain Matt Hurlbut
Large Time Fishing Charters
Telephone (910) 458-3362 Toll free 1-800-582-5524
Map & Directions: 300 Canal Drive • Carolina Beach, NC 28428

Email Capt. Matt Hurlbut at the following address: captmatt@largetime.com