About/Pricing

About Captain Tim Johnson

Having been an avid fisherman and outdoorsman his entire life, Capt. Tim brings a wide variety of fishing experience. From the Cape Fear River, the Roanoke River and up and down the coast of NC (Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Wilmington, Carolina Beach, Outer Banks - Capt. Tim has fished it all). Being a proud father of 4 children Capt. Tim also understands the values that fishing reinforces and the fun to be had while catching the "BIG ONE."

We offer live bait fishing as well as artificial lure fishing - depending on the time of year and conditions. All gear is provided - drinks and snacks are provided as well. We also provide all fishing licenses while on our vessel. Capt. Tim will occasionally have one of his kids show how to throw cast nets for live finger mullet, live shrimp and the art of catching fiddler crabs.
Capt. Tim is a fully licensed USCG Captain and is insured. Capt. Tim is also CPR/First Responder certified with a Towing Endorsement.

The Team of Pirates

Captain Tim Johnson
Owner and Operator

Captain Tim likes to involve families and kids and teach them how to catch bait, fiddler crabs, throw a cast net and anything else related to fishing.

Monique (my wife) - Assists with bookings and day to day operations

Location for Pickup

Pick up locations for fishing charters and excursions will be in various spots around the Crystal Coast of NC, Emerald Isle, Swansboro, Morehead City and Beaufort. In the Emerald Isle/Swansboro areas pick up will be at the wildlife ramp on Emerald Isle or at the downtown waterfront dock. In the Morehead City area, pick up will be at the Morehead City waterfront docks.

Weather Policy

In the event that the weather is too rough to fish (thunderstorms, tropical storm or hurricane winds) the charter will be cancelled and rescheduled. If you have a question about the weather, please give me a call prior to the trip.

Forecast: Emerald Isle, Swansboro, Morehead City

Tide Chart

Payment/Deposit Policy
Fishing Charter
$450 1/2 day - 2 people (5 hours)
$700 full day - 2 people (8 hours)
$50 per person over 2 people

Island Hopping/Tours
$450 5 hours (up to 6 people)
$650 All Day 8 Hours (up to 6 people)

Book a custom adventure by the hour:
$110 initial fee and then $110 per hour

To Book a Charter:
919-285-9072
pirateslife4usfishingcharters@gmail.com

Deposit required to book charter:
$100 deposit 1/2 day
$150 deposit full day
**Deposits are non-refundable if charter is cancelled. If cancellation is due to weather, charter will be rescheduled. Balance due at the end of the charter.

Payments accepted:
Cash, check, PayPal, Debit, Credit Cards