Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament 2024
North Carolina Fishing Charters "Wrightsville Beach Fishing Ocean Stinger" is recognized as one of the finest family ran, and operated North Carolina fishing charters on the East Coast! Showcasing an extensive track record of the absolute best deep sea fishing in NC for over 10 years, has created a solid reputation, distinguishing "Ocean Stinger" from other Wrightsville Beach fishing charters! Making it a legacy every year come June, Captain Jesse makes his way up the coast from Wrightsville Beach, to Morehead, North Carolina, entering the BIG ROCK Blue Marlin Tournament, and Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament. Gathering together in the thousands to represent alongside other local Wrightsville Beach fishing charter captains, and distinguished teams from around the world for one epic fishing tournament! Both annual tournaments showcases the most exceptional seamanship, from captains, and their crew for one highly coveted prize! While deep sea fishing in NC, facing unprecedented ocean conditions off the NC coast, for just one chance to hook up on a spectacular Blue Marlin worth Millions of dollars!
Returning to her home port in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina "Ocean Stinger" is a 40 foot Luhrs SX tournament vessel, repowered in 2018 with twin C7.1 Caterpillar engines making trips to the gulfstream in record time. Captain Jesse has extensive knowledge of the continually changing migratory routes of target fish species, and the most opportune areas nearshore, and offshore to fish for them. Focusing on providing the most memorable NC fishing charter experience, no matter ones age, or experience level is what sets "Ocean Stinger" apart from other Wrightsville Beach fishing charters!
Our OUPV License issued by the United States Coast Guard allows us to take 6 paying customers on board.
A cooler for food such as sandwiches, light snacks etc. and a cooler for drinks, alcohol is permitted, with responsible consumption. Motion sickness OTC pills "Bonine" taken the night before, and morning of, and lotion sunscreen vs. spray. We provide ALL fishing rods, gear, bait, and fishing licenses.
All fish caught must strictly meet all requirements outlined by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality in order to keep, we will also gladly filet, and freezer ziploc bag the fish for you.
Great question! As any industry that provides a service, tips are greatly appreciated, a customary tip would be considered 15-20% of your trip total.
The most productive way our boat is set up for fishing is by trolling, we do this by putting out several lines into the water. We will never stop the boat, and we do
NOT
bottom fish.
Please feel free to contact us over our current availability, tournaments, corporate events, special occasions, or any other questions or inquiries you may have.