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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours	4 Hours
4 People	$1,045.00	$825.00	$715.00
3 People	$990.00	$770.00	$660.00
2 People	$935.00	$715.00	$605.00
1 Person	$935.00	$715.00	$605.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Hop on board with Captain Judson and get ready to hunt the predators of the ocean in this exciting fishing adventure!

Sand Tigers are found off the coast of North Carolina all year long and can grow up to 12 feet, so be ready to do some serious reeling! These beasts come out of the womb already 4 feet long and like to linger around wrecks and live-bottom habitats. Sporting small fins, pointed snouts and jagged teeth, Sand Tiger Sharks have menacing looks but are usually docile around humans, so no need to be intimidated!

On this 4, 6, or 8-hour trip, Captain Judson will take you from Ogden to the nearshore waters off the coast of North Carolina where you'll be going after monstrous Tiger Sharks. You'll be using a couple of different methods to catch these big fish including light tackle, bottom fishing, and trolling. Whichever method, Captain Judson knows the waters and will get you properly set up for some bites!

You'll be fishing aboard a 17’ Maverick skiff boat with a capacity for 6 people. Equipped with a 125 HP Yamaha engine, this boat is maneuverable and will get you to even hard to reach spots in the inshore and nearshore areas. This vessel comes with a trolling motor, elevated casting platforms, a push-pole and a power-pole to let you get those perfect casts!

Captain Judson will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and live bait. Cold waters and a cooler full of ice will be on board with enough room to store your own food and drinks. All you need to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen, and any snacks or drinks you might need. Even if the weather does not show rain, a rain jacket is recommended. Come aboard and Captain Judson will make sure you get some picture-worthy fish!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

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About Your Guide

Captain Judson

Independent Guide 43 yrs of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Quality

Adventurous

About Your Guide

Captain Judson

Independent Guide 43 yrs of exp.

A fisherman since he was just a few years old, Captain Judson developed his love for being on the water with his dad at Topsail Beach, North Carolina.

In his early days, Captain Judson began fly fishing the streams and rivers of the North Carolina Mountains as well as the inshore and nearshore waters of Topsail Beach.

In middle school when his grandfather gifted Judson his first fly tying vice, he started tying his own flies and building his own lures. After college, Captain Judson decided to follow his passion and pursued a full-time career in guiding fishing trips.

Captain Judson’s love for fishing has taken him around the world and he has had the opportunity to guide in incredible places including Alaska, Montana, Wyoming, Louisiana, Virginia, Tennessee, and the Florida Keys. Now he focuses his time on his three favorite fisheries: North Carolina, Louisiana, and the Chesapeake Bay.

Although his passion for fishing runs strong, Captain Judson says his favorite part about being a guide is the relationships he has built on the water with his clients of all walks of life.

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Start Location

Ogden, North Carolina, USA

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Maverick
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 17'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Maverick
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 17'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 125
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Minn-Kota trolling motor, elevated casting platforms, push pole, Power-Pole

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Potential Target Species

Tiger Shark

Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Packing / Extras

WE WILL HAVE A COOLER FULL OF ICE AND BOTTLED WATER. WE WILL HAVE PLENTY OF EXTRA COOLER. ROOM FOR ANY SNACKS, LUNCHES, OR DRINKS YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING.
SUNSCREEN (NO SPRAY SUNSCREEN)
RAIN GEAR. EVEN IF THERE IS NO RAIN IN THE FORECAST, A RAIN JACKET AND RAIN PAINTS ARE ALWAYS GOOD TO HAVE WITH YOU. ESPECIALLY IN THE COLDER MONTHS.
ADEQUATE CLOTHING. IN THE SUMMER MONTHS BE SURE TO WEAR SUN RATED CLOTHING THAT BREATHES WELL AND IN THE COOLER MONTHS BE SURE TO BRING PLENTY OF LAYERS.
POLARIZED SUNGLASSES. THESE WILL HELP YOU SEE FISH IN THE WATER AND PROTECT YOUR EYES.
NON MARKING SHOES. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO BRING BLACK SOLED SHOES ON THE BOAT, THEY LEAVE MARKS ON THE BOAT THAT ARE VERY HARD TO GET OFF.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 10 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!