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Spec Fever Guide Service
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Our 2025 fishing Calander
February and March
February and March
February and March
Our fishing will concentrate around New Bern and include a large number of game fish, including stripers, redfish, speckled trout, largemouth bass, bluefish, hickory and American shad, crappie, perch and catfish. Much of the fishing is done in areas of cypress forest! We specialize in light tackle artificial lure and fly-fishing trips.
April
February and March
February and March
Striped bass will be the focus of our April Charters and center around the Congaree River in Columbia, SC. Large and smallmouth bass and a variety of other freshwater fish are available to target. Again, our charters specialize in light tackle artificial lure and fly-fishing trips.
Summer
Summer
Summer
Our warm weather charters focus on the Neuse River from either Oriental or New Nern, NC, although more remote trips to the Pamlico and Core Sound are possible on full days with favorable weather conditions. Our world class large bluefish and trophy redfish fisheries need no introduction. Reds, specks, flounder, Spanish, tarpon and striped bass round out our primary targeted species. As always, our charters specialize in light tackle artificial lure and fly-fishing trips. If you are interested in bait fishing charters for adult redfish, we can help you set up a trip.
Fall
Summer
Summer
Fall is always a fantastic time to fish in NC, Redfish over 50 pounds, specks, bluefish, stripers and slot redfish are all targets. I also offer Cape Lookout false albacore charters in late October and early November.
Spec Fever Guide Service's fishing charters
Trophy redfish fishing charters
If you're dreaming of reeling in a 50-inch redfish, look no further than Capt. Gary, the originator of the popping cork sensation and creator of the Pop-N-Fly. Once considered only effective for night cut bait fishing, Captain Gary Dubiel revolutionized the use of artificial lures and fly-fishing for North Carolina's "old drum" during the daytime in the 2000s. His pioneering techniques with popping corks and fly-fishing have significantly altered the methods of landing trophy redfish in the Tar Heel State. Claim your place with the innovator! The peak season runs from mid-July to late October, with the arrival of the first large fish each spring.
New Bern, NC fishing charters
Fishing is fantastic throughout the year! New Bern offers excellent accommodations, dining, and shopping, making it an ideal getaway destination. We catch redfish to over 50 pounds, speckled trout, striped bass, bluefish, largemouth bass and even tarpon. New Bern fishes well all year round! We offer fly and light tackle trips and specialize in topwater fishing.
Oriental, NC fishing charters
Offering fishing charters for both trophy and slot redfish, speckled trout, bluefish, flounder, tarpon and stripers with both light tackle and fly-fishing, the Lower Neuse River/Pamlico Sound area boasts over 9000 miles of shoreline accessible from Oriental, NC. Fishing is excellent throughout much of the year!
Cape Lookout False Albacore Charters
North Carolina's famed false albacore provide an adrenaline filled fishing adventure. The infamous waters near Harker's Island, Cape Lookout, Beaufort and Morehead City will be our stalking grounds for the saltwater bullet. I offer both fly fishing and light tackle charters with trips departing from Beaufort, NC. Fish charters are available during the peak of the Blitz in mid-October through mid-November.
North Carolina Tarpon Charters
Yes, that's right tarpon in North Carolina! Our primary focus of tarpon is on the Neuse River and Pamlico Sound where we'll target tarpon with both light tackle and fly fishing. These tarpon are true giants with fish averaging 80 to over 150 pounds. The fishing isn't like the Florida Keys and tarpon here lurk in water depths over 8 to 20 feet but we get multiple shots annually. Departures are available from Oriental and New Bern in pursuit of the silver king!
Spring Run Striper Charters, Columbia, SC
Our spring charters have expanded, and we now offer April fishing trips for striped bass on the Congaree River in Columbia, SC. This dynamic spring run striper fishery offers a unique opportunity for anglers
These striper fishing charters will center around light tackle artificial lure and fly-fishing and they are offered in 4 1/2 hour "half day" run in morning and evening sessions. Dates are very limited, so book early!
What a Client Had to Say
From Mr. Mick Geever of Columbia, SC: Ready for a fishing experience second to none? If so, book a trip with Spec Fever guide service, and hold on to your hat!!! Captain Gary Dubiel has forgotten more about light tackle and fly fishing than most fishermen will ever learn in a lifetime. Not only will you learn to up your fishing game, but you’ll also be put in the position where you will catch the fish of a lifetime . Captain Gary has something for everyone, from novice to professional. And while you’re fishing take in the beauty of the Neuse River and Pamlico sound, a fishery of which Captain Gary’s knowledge is unmatched. Short story … if you want an unparalleled fishing experience, with the potential to catch the fish of a lifetime, or a day on the water catching a few fish for the table, Spec Fever is the guide service for you. Cheers!
Meet your Captain
Captain Gary boasts more than 20 years of guiding experience and a lifetime of fishing knowledge. He invented the Pop N Fly and pioneered daytime trophy redfishing on the Neuse River. As an IGFA World Record Holder, he has been featured on numerous TV shows, and has both written about and lectured on fishing. Collaborating with some of the world's finest tackle companies, he contributes to the design of lures and rods. Captain Gary Dubiel provides a fishing charter experience that stands out from the rest. Let's go fishing!
The boat; a 2023 Frontier 210
We'll enjoy fishing on a 2023 22ft Frontier bay boat, provided by Collins Marine and Bill Kenner. It comes fully equipped and delivers an outstanding ride!
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