Fishing in New Bern
  NC

Fishing is just a great way to relax while visiting New Bern.

The picture above shows my brother Chuck Tyson with a 58 pound striper caught near Fairfield Harbour in the fall 2007. Fairfield Harbour is located about 4 miles south of New Bern by water.

Brokers Steve Tyson and Jana J. Tyson

Assistants Toni and Penny

1-888-675-9595 Toll Free or

252-514-9157 Cell

Tyson@Century21.com

Steve Tyson is a native of New Bern, N.C. A licensed Real Estate Broker for over 25 years Steve and his wife Jana, also a Real Estate Broker, together with their 2 assistants Toni and Penny form the Tyson group, New Bern's most comprehensive Real Estate team.

Atlantic Beach Surf Fishing Tournment

The 2008 Atlantic beach Surf Fishing Tournament is scheduled for Oct. 4 at the Sheraton Hotel in Atlantic Beach. The entry fee is $25 for adults and $15 for children. Call 252 725 0785 for more information.

The Minnesott Beach Bait, Tackle, and Crafts Speckled Trout Tournment is scheduled from Sept.13 through Dec.10. The entry fee is $25. For more information call 252 249 1786.

The picture above shows a couple of anglers bass fishing in Northwest Creek which is about 4 miles south of downtown New Bern by water. Bass fishing is a popular sport for many in Eastern North Carolina.

The Trent and Neuse Rivers converge in historic downtown New Bern and form the largest river in the United States. For more information on the Neuse an Trent Rivers click the links below.

Neuse River

Trent River

Not to outdone by his father Trey Tyson landed this Red Drum a little further up the Neuse River a few miles past Oriental. They both studied under me for several years learning advanced river fishing skills.

My favorite fishing story

East Carolina Saltwater Fishing Club

If you enjoy fishing you should join the East Carolina Saltwater Fishing Club. The organization meets at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Famous Subs and Pizza, located at 2210 Neuse Blvd., in New Bern.

Membership is $30 per year and boat ownership is not required, as the club needs crew members also. At each meeting the members bring in speakers to bring them up to date on the latest fishing methods and equipment.

The club organizes nine tournaments each year, including both offshore and inshore fishing for Stripers, Cobia, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Dolphin, and other species. For more information call Paul Melson at 252-634-9602.

The picture on the left shows me, in the center, with some nice Speckled Trout caught about 5 miles up the Neuse River from New Bern, NC. That night we hit the jackpot, catching 6 coolers full of Speckled and Grey Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Spot, and Croaker. These are all considered salt water fish, but when the Neuse River gets brackish salt water fish will come up as far as New Bern. You never know what you will catch in the Neuse River.

Shown above is hands down the best fisherman in New Bern. This picture was taken just a few hundred yards  from our house on the Trent River. With fish comprising 99% of an Osprey's diet, they have evolved into one of natures most efficient fishermen.

Today Osprey are found nesting on just about every buoy in the Trent River. In the 1950's and 60's Osprey were rarely seen in New Bern but are quite common today. The ban of DDT is usually credited for the rise in numbers of these incredible birds of prey.

 Soaring 30 to 130 feet above the water the Osprey will over the water with its keen eyes. When it spots a fish it will dive feet first to depths of up to 3 feet. Hooking its prey with powerful talons it will slowly climb back into the air and bring its fresh catch back to the nest to share with family.

My next door neighbor caught this beauty of a Drum about 15 miles up river from New Bern between Oriental and Minnesott. The river is quite brackish as it gets near the Pamlico Sound so larger salt water fish are caught here.

Fairfield Fishing Club

Started in 2004 the Fairfield Harbour Fishing Club has grown from 20 members to over 100 members. For more information click the link below.

Fairfield Harbour Fishing Club

Northwest Creek winds through Fairfield Harbour and empties into the Neuse River. On Saturday, June the 28th, 2008, my wife and I were heading into the creek about 40 minutes before sunset when I spotted a dorsal fin about 100 yards ahead of us. Speeding up a little to investigate we discovered a pod of 7 dolphins. What an incredible sight to see these large mammals trolling up this small creek. We followed them for 1/4 mile or so until they turned around and headed back out into the Neuse River.

Held in Mid May each year. The proceeds go toward helping fund Boy Scout Troop 58 in Vanceboro and Vanceboro Rotary Club. Call 244 0253 or 244 1381 for information.

Just For Kids Fishing

Now offering summer fun by appointment. The organization offers furnished cat fishing in a farm setting, clean ponds, excellent staff, and a smoke and alcohol free environment.

For large groups the organization offers all you can eat hot dogs, chips, drinks, and cones. A trophy will be awarded to the person who catches the largest fish. The cost is $20 or person.

For small groups the cost is $18 per person. Every person will receive a fresh package of catfish fillets. Children with disabilities can fish for free.

Just for kids caters to special events, churches, schools, and birthdays. Call 252-244-1349 for details.

Coastal Carolina Fishing

For a calendar of Coastal fishing tournaments click the link below