About the Captain
Captain John Mauser is a fly fishing and light tackle guide out of Swansboro, North Carolina. He has been fishing the waters of North Carolina for thirty-five years. John spent his youth on the Chowan River in the North East part of the state hunting for bluegill and bass. The Chowan river was also the location where he first cast a fly rod…throwing little popping bugs at lily pads in search of bass. As a teenager, he became more familiar with the great saltwater fishing available along the coast.
John graduated from UNC Wilmington with a Marine Biology Degree and soon started working for the North Carolina Aquariums. For the past 15 years, Mauser has called Swansboro his home and has spent a great deal of his time learning the local waters. He and his wife have two sons, a ten-year old and a four-year old, who always keep life interesting.
John helped establish the local "Crystal Coast" Project Healing Water's Program, which rehabilitates disabled military veterans through fly tying and fly fishing activities. Six-years later, John is still an active volunteer with the program, assisting with casting instruction, fly tying and fishing trips for the veterans. Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing
In 2014, John helped re-form the Cape Lookout Albacore Festival, and served as a board member for the first five years. The Cape Lookout Albacore Festival is a 3-day event, held each October around the height of the fall False Albacore run. The Festival consists of a private fishing event for disabled veterans, a public fishing tournament, auctions, dinners and captains parties. All of the funds from each C.L.A.F. is donated to Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing at the State and National Levels. Cape Lookout Albacore Festival
In 2017, John launched Mauser Fly Fishing. A local manufacturer of USA made fly rods. John's love for guiding anglers and giving casting instruction, led to the formation of this brand. John will tell you, that this company is the most challenging thing he's ever attempted, and he loves every second of it. Mauser Fly Fishing
In 2019, John worked with a few other local fly fishing guides and formed the Carolina Fly Fishing Academy. The academy offers 1 and 2 day courses based around saltwater fly fishing in the South East. Carolina Fly Fishing Academy
John graduated from UNC Wilmington with a Marine Biology Degree and soon started working for the North Carolina Aquariums. For the past 15 years, Mauser has called Swansboro his home and has spent a great deal of his time learning the local waters. He and his wife have two sons, a ten-year old and a four-year old, who always keep life interesting.
John helped establish the local "Crystal Coast" Project Healing Water's Program, which rehabilitates disabled military veterans through fly tying and fly fishing activities. Six-years later, John is still an active volunteer with the program, assisting with casting instruction, fly tying and fishing trips for the veterans. Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing
In 2014, John helped re-form the Cape Lookout Albacore Festival, and served as a board member for the first five years. The Cape Lookout Albacore Festival is a 3-day event, held each October around the height of the fall False Albacore run. The Festival consists of a private fishing event for disabled veterans, a public fishing tournament, auctions, dinners and captains parties. All of the funds from each C.L.A.F. is donated to Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing at the State and National Levels. Cape Lookout Albacore Festival
In 2017, John launched Mauser Fly Fishing. A local manufacturer of USA made fly rods. John's love for guiding anglers and giving casting instruction, led to the formation of this brand. John will tell you, that this company is the most challenging thing he's ever attempted, and he loves every second of it. Mauser Fly Fishing
In 2019, John worked with a few other local fly fishing guides and formed the Carolina Fly Fishing Academy. The academy offers 1 and 2 day courses based around saltwater fly fishing in the South East. Carolina Fly Fishing Academy
Testimonials
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"What an incredibly fun day being guided by John Mauser. Brother, thank you for a guides day off we will not long forget!" - Wanda Hair Taylor - FFF Master Casting Instructor, Guide, and TFO Advisory Staff "I have fished all over with many guides, but every time I fish with John I come out having learned something new. A deep knowledge of the species and habitat guarantee one of the most memorable days on the water you've ever had." -Jake Blimline "John is an excellent guide for every skill level. Being my first guided trip; when I got too tired with the fly rod, John was still able to help me catch False Albacore on a spinning rod. He even let me hug my fish, then showed me how to correctly toss it back into the ocean. Thanks for so many great memories! -Katy Fox "This was the best fishing trip of my life. I'm planning on booking half a week next time. Great time and great memories." -Chris Helton "The first spot we checked had a school of nearly 100 redfish and every other spot we went to was full of life. He was extremely patient with my novice fly casting and I never felt intimidated. By the end of the day we were worn out from catching fish and I felt like I had a new fishing buddy. Cant wait to fish with him again" -Will Epperson "I'd never seen a redfish other than in pictures. My first time out with John I saw my first tailing redfish. We stalked him across the flat, and somehow John got me into position to get him to eat THREE TIMES! They say the third time's a charm, and I agree. John made me feel as at home on the skiff as I always had on the river, and in the end I had tears of joy!" -Kellie Sutton "Angling is about far more than the fish. It is becoming immersed in the waters, finding peace, and letting the rest of the world fade away. John understands. He is the most unassuming, joyful man, and my time spent with him is a treasure. His knowledge of the fish and their waters in unmatched, and he shares it like an old friend." -Chris Thompson |