Jimmy Ocean Fishing Guide Service

We had an incredible time fishing with Captain Jimmy! I brought along my 19-year-old son and his friend—both seasoned anglers—and all three of us were thoroughly impressed. Despite the windy conditions, the captain stayed on top of everything, constantly re-baiting our lines and adjusting our position to keep us right on the fish. We ended up with a hefty haul of keepers and released at least triple that amount. It was a style of fishing we weren’t used to, but Jimmy was patient and took the time to teach us how to properly catch tautog. They turned into a delicious dinner that night, with plenty of leftovers for the days ahead. Jimmy is not only a skilled captain but also a genuinely great guy, and the trip was an absolute blast from start to finish!

You won't find a more friendly or knowledgeable captain than Jimmy. His passion for fishing is clear in everything he does. He knows these Rhode Island waters inside and out, and it truly showed on our calm, warm September Saturday trip—we absolutely crushed it. We hit our limit on tautog, including one that hit 10 pounds, another at 8, and a couple more in the 6-pound range. Jimmy made sure to release the females, which speaks to his respect for the fishery’s future. We also maxed out on gorgeous, tasty black sea bass, some weighing up to 4 pounds. Just when we thought the action was slowing, a surprise school moved through, and the excitement started all over again. By the end, we had landed an albie, a green bonito, and even a few mackerel. We were lucky enough to spot whales and dolphins along the way, which made the day even more unforgettable. Jimmy took his time filleting everything with skill and care. I’ve been on plenty of charters over the years, and this was my first trip with Jimmy—but it certainly won’t be my last. Bonus points: unlike many captains, Jimmy doesn’t smoke, which made the experience that much better. Absolutely recommend.

Jimmy took us right to the action—within no time, we were reeling in mackerel, sea bass, stripers, and tautog. He’s an outstanding guide and a great person to spend the day with. Every catch gave us a solid fight, and it was clear Jimmy knows all the hot spots where the bigger fish like to hang out. Definitely a trip to remember and one for the books!

We happened to be out during a local tournament, and honestly, if we had entered—we probably would’ve taken first place! Jimmy brought us straight to the perfect spot, and we caught fish nonstop. On top of putting us on the bite, he was extremely safety-focused the entire trip, which is exactly what you want in a guide. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience.

Jim was fantastic—friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. I booked the charter mainly for my grandson, and Jim went out of his way to make sure he had a great time. Highly recommend him!