Southport In-Person School
Want to catch more fish more often?
Sunday, March 9, 2025
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Welcome to the information page of the inaugural Southport In-Person Saltwater Fishing School to be held on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the Saint James Community Center (4136 Southport-Supply Rd SE, St James, NC 28461) from 7:30 am-5:00 pm.
Please note: Video recordings are available for those who attend in-person or for those that wish to enjoy the seminars from the comfort of their home. Click here for more info on the Southport Main Seminar Video Recordings.
Click here for a list of Southport School Captains and Instructors (coming soon).
Click here for the 2025 Southport School Schedule.
Click here for a list of Southport School Sponsors.
QUICK FACTS
Staffed by more than 16 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 Little River, Ocean isle, Holden Beach, Southport/Oak Island, Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail, and Sneads Ferry.
Main seminars and breakout sessions are 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 ____________ and our many tackle manufacturer sponsors.
IN-PERSON TICKET PRICE
The cost of the in-person school is $95 by March 3 or $105 after March 3. 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.
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.
Cancellation Policy: 80% of ticket price can be refunded by March 3, 2025; 60% can be refunded by March 8, 2025.
PARKING
There is plenty of free parking in the front parking lots of the Saint James Community Center.
HOST HOTEL
Our host hotel is ________________ with a Fishing School rate of _____________. __________________is located approximately ___ miles from the Saint James Community Center.
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 Southport at .
2. Register over the phone using your credit card at (910) 452-6378.
3. Fill out the Southport Print Registration Form (link located at the top of this page), 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 the Southport Online Registration Form (link located at the top of this page).
Cancellation Policy: 80% of ticket price can be refunded by March 3, 2025; 60% can be refunded by March 8, 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.”