ANDREWS FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Flounder Gigging Under the Stars off Andrews, South Carolina
A 4-hour, night-time gigging excursion that uses traditional, generation-old techniques to spot and catch flounder—this guide distills what to expect and how to prepare.
Flounder Gigging Under the Stars off Andrews, South Carolina.
Glide across the shallow coastal waters around Andrews at night, scanning flats by lantern and headlight to locate and dispatch flounder with a traditional gig—an authentic, family-friendly East Coast fishing tradition led by local guides.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Night Gigging with Traditional Techniques
Night gigging here relies on age‑old, hands‑on methods: moving quietly over the flats, spotting fish in the beam of the light, and using a gig to take flounder where they lie. The trip emphasizes technique passed down through generations.
East Coast Flats at Night
The outing takes place on the region’s productive shallow flats—prime nighttime flounder habitat—offering an intimate, low‑speed marine environment for spotting fish beneath the stars.
Family-Friendly, Small-Group Focus
Guided to accommodate families and small groups, the trip combines hands‑on instruction with a relaxed, communal atmosphere on the water.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
The four-hour trip is a deliberate, nocturnal rhythm: a pre-trip confirmation, then a quiet launch into dark water, a slow run across flats under lights to locate flounder, hands-on gigging when fish are found, and a short return. The emphasis is on close-quarter skill, patience, and a distinctly coastal nightscape.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Duration is 4 hours. Pricing is $600 for up to four people; a six-person rate is offered at $800.
Captain Eric will call 1–2 days before your booking to confirm location, time, and any other trip details.
The operator will confirm specific gear and what to bring during the pre-trip call; plan for night‑time conditions and follow the guide’s recommendations.
Operated by Winyah Adventures out of Andrews, South Carolina.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The outing lasts approximately 4 hours.
How many people can come on a trip?
Pricing is structured for up to four people at $600, with a six-person option at $800.
Who will contact me with meeting details?
Captain Eric will call you 1–2 days before your booking to confirm the meeting location, time, and other details.
Is the trip suitable for families?
Yes—this flounder gigging experience is described as family-friendly.
What techniques are used on the trip?
Nighttime, traditional gigging techniques passed down through generations are used to spot and catch flounder.
When does the gigging take place?
The activity is conducted at night, with guides scanning the water under lights to locate flounder.