Overnight Offshore Fishing Trip in Fairhaven
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
24hour offshore adventure targeting five premium fish speciesCaptain William Guenon provides expert guidance and premium gearAll meals included aboard 2024 282 Sportsman vessel
Looking for the real deal when it comes to Massachusetts offshore fishing? Captain William Guenon's 24-hour fishing adventure out of Fairhaven delivers everything serious anglers dream about. This isn't your typical half-day charter – we're talking about a full day and night on the water aboard a brand-new 2024 282 Sportsman that's built for comfort and performance. With room for just six anglers, you'll get the personalized attention and prime fishing spots that make all the difference between coming home with stories and coming home with a cooler full of fish.
Your fishing adventure kicks off at 6:00 AM sharp from Edgewater Street, where Captain William will have the boat prepped and ready for the long haul. The 282 Sportsman is a top-rated platform that handles Massachusetts waters like a dream – stable enough for comfortable fishing but fast enough to get you to the hot spots without burning daylight. You'll be targeting some of the best species the Northeast has to offer: Black Sea Bass, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefish, Striped Bass, and Summer Flounder. The beauty of a 24-hour trip is that you're not racing against the clock. When the fish are biting, you stay put. When they're not, you move to greener pastures. Captain William knows these waters like his own backyard, and he's got the local knowledge to put you on fish when other boats are struggling. Three meals are provided throughout the trip, so you can focus on what really matters – putting fish in the boat.
Offshore fishing in Fairhaven waters means adapting your approach throughout the day and night. Captain William runs a mix of techniques depending on what's working and what species you're after. For the Striped Bass and Bluefish, expect to do some serious trolling with umbrella rigs and tube-and-worm combos that drive these fish crazy. When we're on the bass grounds, it's all about bottom fishing with circle hooks and fresh bait – clams, squid, and whatever's working best that week. The tuna fishing gets your adrenaline pumping with topwater action and chunking techniques that bring these speedsters right to the boat. All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included, and Captain William runs quality gear that can handle whatever swims in these waters. The 282 Sportsman comes equipped with top-shelf electronics, so we're not fishing blind – we're targeting structure, baitfish, and temperature breaks that hold the big ones. Night fishing adds a whole different dimension, especially for the Stripers that love to feed under the lights.
Black Sea Bass are the bread and butter of Massachusetts offshore fishing, and for good reason. These chunky fighters typically run 2-5 pounds in our waters, with some real slabs pushing 6-8 pounds if you know where to look. They love rocky bottom and structure, making them predictable targets when conditions are right. Peak season runs May through October, and they're aggressive feeders that hit everything from clams to squid to small jigs. What makes them special is their fighting spirit – pound for pound, these fish fight harder than almost anything else in New England waters, and they taste even better than they fight.
Blackfin Tuna represent the premium catch on any offshore trip. These smaller cousins of the Yellowfin typically run 10-25 pounds in our area, but they make up for size with pure speed and power. They show up best during the warmer months, usually July through September, when water temperatures hit that sweet spot. Blackfins are schooling fish, so when you find one, there's usually more around. They hit fast-moving baits and lures, making for some heart-pounding action when they're feeding on the surface. The meat is sashimi-grade, making every Blackfin a trophy worth celebrating.
Bluefish are the most aggressive predators you'll encounter on this trip. These toothy customers run anywhere from 3-15 pounds in our waters, and they attack bait with a ferocity that's both impressive and slightly terrifying. Spring and fall migrations bring the best Bluefish action, though you can find them throughout the summer months. They're not picky eaters – spoons, plugs, chunks, live bait – if it moves, they'll hit it. What anglers love about Blues is their willingness to bite and their never-give-up attitude once hooked. They're also excellent eating when prepared fresh, despite what some people might tell you.
Striped Bass are the crown jewel of New England fishing, and Massachusetts waters produce some true monsters. These fish can range from schoolie size around 20 inches up to true cows pushing 40+ pounds. They're available year-round in our area, but spring and fall produce the most consistent action. Stripers are smart, adaptable feeders that require different approaches depending on conditions – sometimes they want live eels, other times they're crushing topwater plugs or hitting trolled tubes. What makes them legendary is their combination of size, fight, and intelligence. Landing a big Striper never gets old, whether it's your first or your hundredth.
Summer Flounder might be flat, but they're anything but boring to catch. These doormat-shaped fish can grow surprisingly large, with Massachusetts producing plenty of 3-8 pound "keepers" and the occasional true doormat over 10 pounds. They're most active May through October, as their name suggests, and they're ambush predators that lie buried in sand waiting for baitfish to swim by. Fluke fishing requires patience and technique – you're typically drifting with squid strips, spearing, or Gulp baits, feeling for that subtle tap that indicates a
The 2024 28' Sportsman is your floating command center for serious offshore fishing in Massachusetts waters. Twin 300 HP Yamaha engines push this beauty at 35 MPH, getting you to the prime fishing grounds fast and keeping you there comfortably for the full 24-hour adventure. Built for up to 6 anglers, she's loaded with everything you need – fighting chair for battling big fish, livewell to keep your catch fresh, outriggers for trolling, plus GPS and fish finder to locate where the bass and tuna are biting. Captain William knows these waters like the back of his hand, and with three meals included, you can focus on what matters most: hooking into Black Sea Bass, Blackfin Tuna, Bluefish, Stripers, and Summer Flounder. Whether you're a weekend warrior or seasoned salt, this boat handles whatever the offshore waters throw at you.
Paralichthys DentatusSummer flounder, or fluke as we call them locally, are masters of camouflage that lie flat on sandy bottoms waiting to ambush prey. These "left-eyed" flatfish typically run 2-8 pounds but can reach doormat size over 10 pounds, with females growing much larger than males. You'll find them on sandy bottoms, around structure edges, and near drop-offs in 15-60 feet of water. Late summer through fall is prime time when they're feeding heavily before their offshore migration. Guests love the surprise factor - fluke hit hard and fight with surprising strength, bulldogging toward the bottom. The white, flaky meat is restaurant-quality. Here's my trick: use a long leader with your bait just off the bottom and keep it moving slowly. Fluke are attracted to movement, so a gentle drift or slow retrieve often triggers strikes when static baits won't.
Centropristis StriataBlack sea bass are one of our most reliable bottom fish, especially around wrecks and rocky structure in 40-120 feet of water. These chunky fighters typically weigh 2-4 pounds but can push 8+ pounds, with the bigger males showing off that distinctive hump on their heads during spawning season. They're around from late spring through fall, with summer being prime time when they stack up on our offshore wrecks and ledges. What makes them special is the combination of a solid fight and outstanding table fare - sweet, firm white meat that's hard to beat. They'll hit squid, clams, or jigs bounced near the bottom. Here's the key: once you find them, stay put. These fish school tight on structure, so where you catch one, there's usually more waiting below.
Thunnus AtlanticusBlackfin tuna are the smallest of the tuna family but pack serious punch for their size. These beautiful fish average 10-25 pounds and are built for speed, with that classic tuna body and distinctive yellow side stripe that fades after they're boated. We target them in deeper offshore waters where they school with other pelagics, often following bait pods and temperature breaks. Summer into early fall gives us our best shot at them around here. What guests love is the screaming runs and stubborn fight these fish put up - they're true tuna in attitude. The meat is outstanding, perfect for sashimi or searing. My advice: scale down your tackle. These fish have sharp eyes, so lighter leaders and smaller hooks are key. Chunking with live pilchards works magic when they're around.
Pomatomus SaltatrixBluefish are aggressive fighters that show up in our waters from mid-June through October, making them perfect targets for summer and early fall trips. These blue-green predators typically run 3-15 pounds and are known for their razor-sharp teeth and relentless feeding frenzies. You'll find them chasing baitfish in schools near the surface, often creating those famous "bluefish blitzes" where the water churns like a washing machine. They hit hard and fight dirty, making long runs that'll test your drag. The meat is excellent when fresh - flaky and mild on smaller fish. Pro tip: when you hook into a school, work fast and keep your bait moving. Once they're feeding, blues will hit just about anything, but cut bait or live eels work best around here.
Morone SaxatilisStriped bass are the ultimate New England gamefish - those iconic dark stripes make them unmistakable, and they can grow massive, with fish over 40 pounds caught regularly in our waters. These fish love structure like rocky ledges, drop-offs, and around bait schools, typically in 20-80 feet of water. Spring and fall are prime time during their migration, but we get good fishing all season long. What makes stripers special is their combination of size, fight, and incredible table quality - sweet, flaky meat that's hard to beat. They're smart fish that can be picky about presentations. My go-to tip: match your bait to what they're feeding on. When the pogies are around, nothing beats a live pogy fished near the bottom around structure. These fish will make long, powerful runs that'll test your tackle.
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