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The Mattie G II is something of a legend on the Morehead City Docks. She was one of, if not the first, multiple person head boats to run from the Morehead area. The Mattie G II was built by A. Buck, under the talented guidance of original owner, Capt. Leroy Gould, and was finished in 1961. Capt. Leroy had the boat set up for 20 passengers and fished everything out to about 50 miles.  After a couple of ownership changes, the boat was purchased by its current owners (Leon and Pat Turner). It was their love for this classic boat that has led to what the Mattie G II has become today.

After a two year total and comprehensive refit which included: glassing the hull; replacing the Detroit motors with twin 420 hp Cats; new running gear; totally new electric, plumbing, AC/heat; new state-of-the-art electronics; live well; all new upholstery; and brand new rods & reels, she has once again proudly reclaimed her rightful place among our outstanding and "world renowned" Morehead City charter fishing fleet.

The Mattie G II is a classic wood boat designed for a comfortable ride. With her new updates she is fast, roomy with four bunks and a large spacious cabin (room to seat six comfortably) complete with the latest amenities (fridge, microwave, freezer, Stereo) and all USCG safety equipment.

Captain Rick Baldwin

First Mate Andy Lawing

Captain Rick has been working the local North Carolina waters for over 15 years, and holds a USCG Masters License. He has also fished commercially from Maine to the Gulf of Mexico and up the West Coast to Alaska. With over 35 years of experience, his goal is to provide you and your group with the safest and most memorable fishing experience possible. Capt. Rick has always appreciated the opportunity to show his customers just how much fun a charter fishing trip from Morehead City can be.

First Mate Andy Lawing:

Andy has fished the waters around Morehead City and the Crystal Coast since 1979 recreationally, commercially, and also as a professional charter mate. His real love always remains in sportfishing. Andy believes that there is nothing any more exciting than to hear line screaming off a reel from the strike of a wahoo, mahi-mahi, tuna, or an awesome billfish. He is also an avid flounder “gigger” which he does commercially in the Morehead area.  His favorite fish species are wahoo, mahi-mahi, flounder, and sea mullet. Andy is enthusiastic about helping anglers get the most out of every fishing experience and appreciates the opportunity to show our fishing customers exactly how to catch the big ones.

Webmaster's Note: Keep in mind that it is the mate's hard work that can make or break a charter fishing trip. He gets paid only by your tips so in North Carolina it is customary to tip the mate between 15% and 20%.