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Holden Beach, North Carolina

Charter
Fishing

Nearshore and offshore charters aboard our all-Contender fleet. Experienced captains, first-class equipment, one mission โ€” put you on the fish.

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Captains
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Contender Fleet
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Experience of a Lifetime
Rigged and Ready charter boat on the water
The Crew

Meet the Captains

Our captains bring decades of combined experience on the waters of Brunswick County and beyond. Each one is licensed, insured, and obsessed with putting you on the fish.

Capt. Kevin Sneed

Capt. Kevin Sneed

Owner & Captain

USCG 100-Ton Master's Endorsement

With over 20 years of charter boat experience, Captain Kevin learned the trade from his father Rodney and grandfather Bill Sneed, starting his fishing journey at age two. He holds a US Coast Guard 100-Ton Master's Endorsement and is CPR/First Aid certified.

Capt. Will Werner

Capt. Will Werner

Captain

USCG Six-Pack License

Captain Will grew up fishing the inshore and nearshore waters of Holden Beach. During high school, he lived overseas in Thailand and Abu Dhabi, expanding his fishing experience internationally โ€” from Mekong catfish and Arapaima to queen fish and trevally.

Capt. JP

Capt. JP

Captain

Veteran Angler

Captain JP grew up fishing the waterways and nearshore wrecks of Carolina and Kure Beach. With decades of experience in fresh and saltwater fishing, he specializes in King mackerel year-round and bluefin tuna during winter months.

Jack Watson

Jack Watson

First Mate

2024 Junior Angler of the Year

Jack Watson, First Mate for Rigged and Ready, is a dedicated young angler and a proud native of Holden Beach. Named the 2024 Cape Lookout Shootout's Junior Angler of the Year, Jack has already made a strong name for himself on the water. When he's not in school, you can almost always find him fishing, sharpening his skills, and gaining experience beyond his years. Known for his strong work ethic and positive attitude, Jack goes above and beyond to ensure every charter is both enjoyable and memorable for guests, making him an invaluable part of the crew.

Rigged and Ready Contender fleet
The Fleet

All Contender

Two purpose-built Contenders, ready for inshore creeks to Gulf Stream runs. Top-shelf electronics, first-class tackle, and a captain who knows the water.

  • 35' Contender

    Up to 6 anglers

    Offshore
  • 31' Contender

    Up to 6 anglers

    Nearshore / Inshore
The Water

Pick Your Trip

Nearshore or offshore โ€” we'll match you with the right captain, boat, and target species. Rates and availability on FareHarbor or give us a call.

Nearshore fishing

Nearshore

3โ€“30 Miles Out

Hit the nearshore reefs, wrecks, and ledges just off the coast. Action-packed fishing for king mackerel, Spanish mackerel, cobia, and bottom fish.

Common Targets

King MackerelSpanish MackerelCobiaBlack Sea BassSharksBlack Drum
Offshore fishing

Offshore

30+ Miles Out

Venture into deep water for trophy fish. Target mahi-mahi, tuna, snapper, grouper, sharks, and the occasional billfish.

Common Targets

Mahi-MahiTunaSnapperGrouperAfrican PompanoSharks

Rates vary by trip and season โ€” book on FareHarbor or call 910-842-FISH.

On the Water

Real Trips. Real Fish.

A peek at what comes over the gunwale on a regular day out of Holden Beach. Every picture is a customer โ€” every fish is one of yours to chase next.

Family fishing trip โ€” three Spanish mackerel
Big catch aboard R&R
Cobia hauled aboard
Mahi-mahi on deck
King mackerel
Snapper
Family fishing trip โ€” three Spanish mackerel
Big catch aboard R&R
Cobia hauled aboard
Mahi-mahi on deck
King mackerel
Snapper
Family fishing trip โ€” three Spanish mackerel
Big catch aboard R&R
Cobia hauled aboard
Mahi-mahi on deck
King mackerel
Snapper
Family fishing trip โ€” three Spanish mackerel
Big catch aboard R&R
Cobia hauled aboard
Mahi-mahi on deck
King mackerel
Snapper
Shark release
African pompano
Crew action shot
Trophy grouper
Spanish mackerel action
Cobia on deck
Shark release
African pompano
Crew action shot
Trophy grouper
Spanish mackerel action
Cobia on deck
Shark release
African pompano
Crew action shot
Trophy grouper
Spanish mackerel action
Cobia on deck
Shark release
African pompano
Crew action shot
Trophy grouper
Spanish mackerel action
Cobia on deck
Reserve Your Spot

Book Your Charter

Ready to get on the water? Book online through FareHarbor or give us a call. We'll help you pick the right boat, captain, and trip for your crew.

Open Daily 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM ยท Walk-ins welcome at the shop