Wilmington In-Person School
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Saturday, February 1, 2025
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Fisherman’s Post, the media group that covers all the saltwater fishing action along the Carolina coast, will be hosting its nineteenth annual Wilmington In-Person Saltwater Fishing School on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at Roland Grise Middle School (4412 Lake Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403) from 7:30 am-5:00 pm.
This year you can also gain access to video recordings of all the Main Seminars, and the video recordings are available for those who attend in-person or for those that wish to enjoy all the knowledge and insights from the comfort of their home (and have access to the recordings for three months after the school date). Click here for more information on the Wilmington Main Seminar Video Recordings.
Click here for a list of Wilmington Captains and Instructors.
Click here for the Wilmington School Schedule.
Click here for a list of Wilmington School Sponsors.
ORDERING TICKETS
Click here for the Wilmington Print Registration Form or click here for the Wilmington Online Registration Form.
Note: if you would like to purchase Main Seminar video access in addition to your in-person ticket, there is a place on the print and online form where you can do so.
Cancellation Policy: 80% of ticket price can be refunded by January 27, 2025; 60% can be refunded by January 31, 2025.
QUICK FACTS
Staffed by more than 20 local captains who will share their experience and insights
Sessions include six total hours of instruction and choices include inshore, nearshore (trolling and bottom), surf, kayak, offshore (trolling and bottom), and blue water fishing.
Topics for each session include techniques, equipment, strategy, locations, terminal tackle, electronics, bait, lures, etc.
Captains selected are specialists in their field, and their backyard waters include Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Sneads Ferry, Topsail, Swansboro, Southport, Oak Island, Ocean Isle, and Little River.
Main seminars and breakout sessions going on concurrently all day long, so you will always be able to find a session that most interests you.
Main seminars have up to three captains working together to thoroughly cover their particular subject material, as well as give their different perspectives on what works for them.
All of the main seminars will be recorded, and you can purchase access to those recordings.
The breakout sessions are smaller and give greater access to the captain/instructor. This personal approach greatly enhances your walk-away knowledge.
The school is supplied by Intracoastal Angler and our many tackle manufacturer sponsors.
IN-PERSON TICKETS
The cost of the in-person school is $110 by January 27 or $120 after January 27. Seats are limited, though, so early registration is recommended. 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, a goodie bag, and door prizes.
Click here for the 2025 Wilmington Print Registration Form or click here for the Wilmington Online Registration Form.
Note: if you would like to purchase video access in addition to your in-person ticket, there is a place on both the print and online form where you can do so.
PARKING
There is plenty of free parking in the front parking lot and the side parking lot at Roland Grise Middle School.
HOST HOTEL
Our host hotel is with a Fishing School rate of . is located approximately 2.5 miles from Roland Grise Middle School.
For reservations, you can call them directly at and ask for the Fishing School block of rooms.
HOW DO I REGISTER?
1. Register in-person in Wilmington at Intracoastal Angler.
2. Register over the phone using your credit card at (910) 452-6378.
3. Fill out a Wilmington Print Registration Form, and then mail it in with a check or money order to Fisherman’s Post, 1320 Audubon Blvd., Wilmington, NC 28403.
4. Register online using VISA, MasterCard, or PayPal by using a Wilmington Online Registration Form.
Cancellation Policy: 80% of ticket price can be refunded by January 27, 2025; 60% can be refunded by January 31, 2025.
TESTIMONIALS
Jack Buckley: “Traveled 6.5 hours to attend. Looking forward to next year!”
Pat C: “This was my 1st school and I loved it! I’ll be back next year!!”
Mike Pierce: “Best money I’ve spent on fishing.”
Judd McAdams: ” Excellent seminar. Something for every level and fishing preference. Coming back next year!”
James Miles: “Great school!!”
Henk Drenth: “Would recommend anyone who likes saltwater fishing to attend annually.”
Sherry McLin: “I enjoyed this experience very much! Hope it’ll help me catch a lot of fish.”
Brice Bailey: “I had a very enjoyable day and appreciate everyone’s hard work. Very good information provided by all the guides.”
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.”