Morehead “Hands On” Saltwater Fishing School
Want to catch more fish more often in 2013?
Fisherman’s Post Newspaper, the free publication that covers all the saltwater fishing action along the Carolina coast, will be hosting its eighth annual full-day “Hands On” Saltwater Fishing School (its fifth year in Morehead City) on Saturday, February 23, 2013, at the Crystal Coast Civic Center on Arendell Street from 7:30 am-5:00 pm.
Click here for a list of Morehead Captains and Instructors.
Click here for the Morehead School Schedule.
This year’s Fisherman’s Post “Hands On” Saltwater Fishing Schools are staffed by more than 12 local captains who will share their experience and insights on inshore, nearshore, offshore, and blue water fishing. They’ll cover a range of topics that includes techniques, equipment, strategy, locations, terminal tackle, electronics, bait, etc.
The captains selected for the Saltwater Fishing Schools are specialists in their field, and their backyard waters include Morehead City, Atlantic Beach, Beaufort, Swansboro, Emerald Isle, Harkers Island, Oriental, Washington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Sneads Ferry, Topsail, Oak Island, and Ocean Isle.
There will be main seminars and several rigging stations going on concurrently all day long, so you will always be able to find a session that interests you.
The main seminars will have three captains working together to thoroughly cover their particular subject material, as well as give their different perspectives on what works for them.
The rigging stations are smaller and hands-on, with participants tying and making the rigs themselves. And the best part of the rigging stations—most of the rigs you’ll get to keep and take home. The rigging stations are supplied by Chasin’ Tails Outdoors and our many tackle manufacturer sponsors, so you’ll leave the Saltwater Fishing School with complimentary terminal tackle. You learn the rigs. You make the rigs. You keep the rigs.
Click here for a list of sponsors.
The cost of the school is $90 by February 18 or $100 after February 18.
In addition to the full day of learning and interacting with our captains, the price includes a Fish School t-shirt, breakfast, snacks, drinks, a Chicken/BBQ lunch, rigging materials, and a goodie bag.
Our host hotel is Holiday Inn Express at 5063 Executive Drive, Morehead City, NC 28557, with a “fishing school” rate of $69.99. For reservations, you can call them directly at (252) 247-5001. Be sure to ask for the “fishing school” rate.
How Do I Get Tickets?
1. Pick up your tickets in person in Atlantic Beach at Chasin’ Tails Outdoors or in Morehead City at West Marine–Morehead.
2. Order tickets over the phone using your VISA or MasterCard at (910) 452-6378.
3. Print and fill out this Morehead School print registration form (pdf), then mail it in with a check or money order to Fisherman’s Post Newspaper, 1320 Audubon Blvd., Wilmington, NC 28403.
4. Order and pay for tickets online with PayPal by using this Morehead School online registration form.
Testimonials
Tommy Mikals: “The guides were very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. They did not talk above us. They seemed to genuinely want us to be better fishermen.”
Lonnie Baker: “Completely enjoyed the entire day. Great Captains!! Very organized. First class all the way.”
Brandon R. Swemons: “Had a great time. This was my second time here. I will be back.”
Steve Lewis: “Last year I attended the Saltwater Sportsman Seminar Series and was extremely disappointed. Your seminar was the exact opposite experience, and I’ll be back again next year.”
Angie B.: “Superbly organized! My first time at this school and I learned a tremendous amount; much more than expected. The tickets were money well spent.”
David McGrath: “Great course, can’t wait to get out there and fish!”
Calvin Clayton: “Very helpful, enjoyed it and will attend again. Almost as good as fishin!”
Gene McLeod: “Excellent day—very insightful. Thank You!”
Dave Johnson: “Great School—would recommend to others interested in learning more about local fishing.”