Myrtle Beach Fishing Instruction (On Your Boat)

Fishing Instruction in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (On Your Boat)

Fishing instruction in Myrtle Beach is a private, hands-on learning experience designed for boat owners and anglers who want to fish local waters more effectively, safely, and confidently. North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters—founded in 1991 and led by Captain Keith Logan—provides on-the-water fishing instruction using your boat, your gear, and real local conditions throughout the Intracoastal Waterway, backwaters, nearshore waters, and offshore areas of the Grand Strand.

This service is built for anglers who want to understand how and why fish behave the way they do in this region, not just follow directions for a single trip.

Ready to Learn These Waters the Right Way?

If you own a boat and want to stop guessing where to fish, how to rig, or how to read tides and conditions, this private fishing instruction is designed for you.

📞 Call Captain Keith Logan: 843-907-0064
📅 Check Availability:
https://northmyrtlebeachfishingcharters.com/contact-us/

Fishing Instruction Pricing

On-the-Water Instruction (On Your Boat)

• $100 per hour

• 4-hour minimum

Optional Pre-Trip Gear & Boat Setup

• $50 per hour

• At your home, dock, or marina

• Rigging, tackle organization, electronics basics, and safety preparation

Who This Fishing Instruction Is For

This service is ideal for:

• New boat owners in Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas

• Anglers who recently moved here and are unfamiliar with local tides and patterns

• Families and individuals looking for a calm, educational experience

• Boat owners who want to learn electronics, rigging, and positioning properly

This service is not a standard “ride-along” charter. It is hands-on instruction.

Where Fishing Instruction Takes Place

Instruction trips focus on the Intracoastal Waterway, estuaries, creeks, nearshore waters, and offshore areas, depending on weather and your goals.

Common instruction areas include:

• Myrtle Beach

• North Myrtle Beach

• Little River

• Cherry Grove

• Murrells Inlet

• Calabash, NC

• Sunset Beach, NC

• Ocean Isle Beach, NC

What You Learn During Fishing Instruction

Fishing instruction is structured to help you build repeatable skills you can apply on your own.

Core Instruction Topics

• Reading tides and current movement

• Boat positioning for different fishing styles

• Choosing the right bait, rigs, and tackle for local species

• Using your fish finder and GPS effectively

• Understanding seasonal fish behavior

• Safe fish handling and basic catch care

Inshore Fishing Instruction

Inshore fishing instruction focuses on the Intracoastal Waterway, backwaters, creeks, marsh edges, docks, and near-inlet areas where most local boat owners spend their time.

What You’ll Learn Inshore

• How tide direction affects fish positioning in creeks and along points

• Where redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and black drum hold throughout the tide

• Proper boat positioning for shallow-water fishing

• Live bait vs artificial lure selection based on conditions

• Casting angles and retrieves that reduce hang-ups and spooked fish

Inshore instruction is ideal for learning pattern-based fishing you can repeat week after week.

Nearshore Fishing Instruction

Nearshore fishing instruction takes place just off the beach and near inlets, reefs, and hard-bottom areas. This is often the transition zone between inshore and offshore fishing.

What You’ll Learn Nearshore

• How to locate nearshore structure using electronics

• Drift fishing vs anchoring over reefs and ledges

• Bait and rig selection for nearshore species

• Managing current, wind, and wave direction

• Targeting species such as Spanish mackerel, bluefish, sea bass, and seasonal cobia

Nearshore instruction helps bridge the gap between calm inshore waters and offshore fishing.

Offshore Fishing Instruction (King Mackerel & Cobia)

Offshore fishing instruction focuses on preparation, efficiency, and safe decision-making.

King Mackerel Instruction Includes:

• Trolling speed and spread setup

• Planer and weight selection

• Bait rigging and presentation

• Identifying bait schools and current edges

• Proper hookup and fight technique

Cobia Instruction Includes:

• Spotting cobia near structure, buoys, rays, and surface activity

• Boat positioning for casting opportunities

• Ready-rod setups for quick presentations

• Safe landing techniques at the boat

Deep Sea Bottom Fishing Instruction

Deep sea bottom fishing instruction focuses on finding and staying on productive structure.

You will learn:

• How to identify hard bottom versus sand

• Drift setup vs anchoring techniques

• Weight selection based on depth and current

• Bite detection and hookup timing

• How different species relate to bottom structure

Gulf Stream Trolling Instruction

Gulf Stream instruction focuses on reading water conditions and executing a clean trolling plan.

Topics include:

• Identifying temperature breaks and color changes

• Fishing weed lines and floating debris

• Trolling speed control and lure placement

• Managing strikes and multiple hookups

• Staying in productive water instead of wandering

Seasonal Offshore Note

Offshore fishing off Myrtle Beach is generally most consistent from late spring through early fall, when king mackerel, cobia, and Gulf Stream species are most active. During cooler months or unstable weather, instruction often shifts to nearshore or inshore waters for safer and more productive learning.

Trailering, Launching, and Docking Instruction

Boat-handling confidence is a major part of successful fishing.

Instruction can include:

• Trailer preparation and ramp etiquette

• Launching and loading techniques

• Dock approach angles and line handling

• Wind and current awareness

• Calm, controlled boat operation

Operating Electronics and Boat Equipment

Electronics instruction focuses on practical, real-world use.

Topics include:

• Fish finder sensitivity and range

• Reading bottom hardness and structure

• Marking productive spots

• Tracking drifts and routes

• Rod, reel, and drag setup

Boating Safety (Inshore & Offshore)

Safety is part of responsible fishing instruction.

Inshore Safety

• Navigating shallow water and changing currents

• Inlet awareness and boat traffic

• Safe speed and visibility

Offshore Safety

• Understanding weather forecasts

• Fuel planning and range awareness

• Float plans and communication basics

• Calm decision-making when conditions change

Offshore Conditions Disclaimer

Offshore fishing instruction is always weather- and sea-condition dependent. Wind, wave height, storms, and changing forecasts may affect how far offshore it is safe to travel. Final decisions regarding distance, target species, and techniques are made with safety as the priority. If offshore conditions are not suitable, instruction may shift to nearshore or inshore waters to ensure a safe and productive learning experience.

What to Bring / What We Recommend on Your Boat

Please Bring:

• Your boat, fueled and ready

• Rods, reels, and tackle you currently use

• Installed electronics (GPS, fish finder)

• Weather-appropriate clothing

• Food, water, and personal items

Recommended:

• Required safety equipment

• Dock lines and fenders

• Notepad or phone for notes

• Willingness to learn what works locally

About North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters

North Myrtle Beach Fishing Charters was founded in 1991 and is locally owned and operated. Captain Keith Logan brings over 40 years of experience fishing and navigating the waters of the Grand Strand and southeastern North Carolina.

This fishing instruction service exists to help anglers fish smarter, safer, and with confidence on their own boats.

Frequently Asked Questions – Myrtle Beach Fishing Instruction

How much does fishing instruction cost in Myrtle Beach?
$100 per hour with a four-hour minimum. Optional pre-trip setup is $50 per hour.

Can instruction be done on my own boat?
Yes. Instruction is designed specifically for your boat and equipment.

Is this good for beginners?
Yes. Ideal for novice to intermediate anglers and boat owners.

What fish will we target?
Common species include redfish, speckled trout, flounder, king mackerel, cobia, and other seasonal species.

Do you teach boating and docking skills?
Yes. Trailering, launching, docking, and boat control can be included.

Where does instruction take place?
Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Little River, Cherry Grove, Murrells Inlet, and nearby North Carolina waters.

Call to Book Fishing Instruction

📞 Call Captain Keith Logan: 843-907-0064
📅 Check Availability:
https://northmyrtlebeachfishingcharters.com/contact-us/

Want to learn how to catch fish in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina? Then you have come to the right place.