Techniques vary but I prefer casting light-tackle equipment to actively feeding fish.

"Puppy Drum and Spotted Seatrout are normal targets but we'll often encounter Bluefish. Bluefish are aggressive, hard fighters, and a blast to catch on light tackle. An equal mix of artificial and natural baits are my first choices.

To cover large areas, we will drift or troll. With the wind or the electric motor, the Kingfisher will drag baits at different depths to attract a wide variety of sound fish—flounder in particular.

Sometimes we troll with the electric motor or gasoline engine and pull a spread of artificial lures. Although this technique is last on our list, it can be effective for certain species at certain times of the year: Spanish Mackerel in the summer and Striped Bass in the winter. At any time while drifting or trolling, we might stop to cast or jig for concentrations of fish.

Another method is chumming. I'll release a bag of ground or chopped fish that I tie off to a boat cleat. Oils and bits of meat slowly flow into the water and create a chum slick that stretches far beyond the boat. Game fish of all kinds are attracted to this source. We often try to chum for Cobia, Bluefish, and mackerel. Many times fish will follow the slick close to the boat and present casting opportunities. It's exciting to see a Cobia or Spanish Mackerel hit a lure or bait near the boat.

During a normal fishing trip, we'll use several methods; I'll do whatever it takes to insure your success. Most of the tackle is light- to medium-weight spinning or bait-casting rigs. I carry heavier stuff when it is called for.

You'll have access to nice-quality equipment but feel free to bring a favorite rod. One personal rod per angler please.

Fly rod anglers are always welcome on the Kingfisher. The front and back decks have loads of room for casting and stripping.

I can't and don't give a guarantee that we'll catch a fish—I wish I could. There are days when we may get skunked, no fish at all. However, those days are uncommon. It'll never be because I didn't try as hard as I can to put you on the fish. I promise to try hard and find what you are looking for.

Sign up for an OBX fishing trip today."

Captain Lenny