MEET THE CREW

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​​Captain William Howell is a third generation fisherman born and raised on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  At the age of 12, he began his mating career working for his Grandfather, Monte Howell.  Since then, he has traveled the world honing his skills with some of the best captains in the industry.  His father, Ritchie Howell, ran the charter boat, “Gannet” out of Oregon Inlet Fishing Center for many years and is now a world-renowned boat builder in Wanchese, NC.  William is no stranger to the fishing industry and works hard every day to ensure success.

Watson Davis
Our Mate
An Outer Banks local, who lives to be on the water. He has been fishing his entire life commercially and recreationally and has been fishing professionally as a mate for the last 4 years. His personality, patience and love for fishing make him perfect for the job. Watson comes from a long line of fisherman and boat builders, it came as no surprise that being in the ocean is his passion.

Lisa Howell
Behind the Scenes
During the season when the fishing is hot when you contact us directly there is a good chance you'll talk to me to ensure all of your needs are met in a timely manner! I am always up to date on what is biting and can provide you with all information that is the Drifter. I love assisting all of our customers in planning their dream trip.

The History of the Drifter

The Drifter is a 57 foot Buddy Cannady that has been renovated top to bottom in 2020,  after being salvaged off the beach in Hatteras, NC in 2016.  

WHERE TO FIND US

Oregon Inlet Fishing Center
8770 Oregon Inlet Road
Nags Head, NC 27959

CONTACT US

Shoot us an email at booking@drifternc.com
or
Give us a call at (252) 207- 1774