Captain Nate is a USCG licensed captain. He has a passion for sharing his love of fishing with others, especially sight fishing cobia and red drum. He enjoys long boat rides along the beach. Nate does handyman and remodel work when not fishing.

Betty Lou is the name of the fishing vessel. She is located at Morning Star Marina at 8166 Shore Drive in Norfolk. The captain will be waiting along side the main dock area near where the large fork lifts come out of the big boat storage building.

For fishing trips its recommended for not more than 4 guests. Non-fishing charters no more than 6 guests.

The majority of the fishing happens in the lower Chesapeake Bay. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel is basically the central point of the fishing grounds. There are times when fishing nearshore on the Atlantic occurs.

Not at all. The captain will be 100% hands on and make the trip a learning and memorable experience.

All the rods, tackle, bait, licensing is provided by the captain. USCG approved safety equipment is on board at all times. The captain provides cooler space along with ice and bottled water.

Important items to bring include: Sun screen, hats, and other sun protection. Sunglasses are important. If you have polarized lenses, this is very helpful in reducing the glare of the sun on the water, which makes fish easier to see. Bring any desired snacks, food, beverages (alcohol is permitted). Please no glass containers. There is dry storage area to stow day bags, overhead quick access phone storage, and plenty of cooler space for your drinks and any food needing to be kept cool. Please take into consideration of motion sickness prior to trip.

Yes. Legal fish according to the size limits and quantities set by the VMRC can be taken.

There is not a proper toilet aboard Betty Lou. Here are your options: A five gallon bucket with a toilet seat attachment can be used for females or the other obvious reason. The captain and crew can all go to the opposite end of the boat, turn up the music, and face the other direction. Another option is to go how you would at the beach, in the water.