We had a great time with captain John. He was very knowledgeable about the fish, bait to use and where to catch them. We had a party of 4 and caught a total of 5 fish. Johns also cleaned the one keeper we had caught which was great. My only ask would have been to try maybe one or two more spots to catch a few more fish. The charter was for 4 hours and we finished in about 3 hours 45 minutes. I understand that sometimes captains may have another charter to get to but it would have been nice to spend a bit more time to try and catch more than one fish each. Overall great trip and I would highly recommend!

We had the most incredible fishing experience thanks to Captain John! It was our first time fishing for Stripers, and from the moment we stepped aboard his private charter, it was clear we were in expert hands.

Captain John not only knew the best fishing spots, he also had a deep understanding of the history of fishing in this area over the past 30 years, which made the trip even more engaging. His boat was immaculate, and safety was a top priority throughout the journey.

We caught close to 40 Stripers throughout the day, and the majority of which were shockingly over 40 inches!! We even caught a 45” Striper!! Captain John was patient and thorough in teaching us and we reeled in probably 70% of the bites we got, it was a surreal day to say the least.

I can’t recommend Captain John and his private fishing charter enough. Whether you’re an experienced angler or novices like we are, he will provide an unforgettable adventure on the water. We’ll definitely be returning for another unforgettable day of fishing with Captain John next summer when we visit Maine again!

Lastly, to make the day even more exciting, our trip with Captain John took an unexpected twist when an adolescent great white shark made a surprise appearance, snatching one of our catches about 10 feet from the boat! It was a thrilling moment that added an extra layer of excitement to our adventure. Captain John skillfully managed the situation, ensuring our safety while allowing us to witness this incredible spectacle up close.

We can’t wait to get back out on the water with him next summer!

We just finished our charter with Captain John and could not wait to write a review!  He is a true professional and certainly a skilled captain.  Between catching the bait fish mackerel (which was also so much fun) to landing some huge stripers, every moment was filled with excitement!  We would highly recommend him to new and seasoned fisherman.  He took great care to make sure we had a successful and safe charter.  Worth every penny!!

We had a great time with Captain John. John is knowledgeable and easy going. We would definitely book a trip with John again.