Private 6-Hour Striped Bass & Black Sea Bass Trip
Private Trip
Wrecks/Reefs Fishing
Private 6hour trip targeting striped bass and black sea bassMultiple fishing techniques including trolling, jigging, and bottom fishingCaptain Harry guides up to 4 anglers to prime spots
Captain Harry knows where the fish are biting, and he's ready to put you on them. This private 6-hour charter with Muscles Magoo / Hey Pal Fishing LLC gives you the best of both worlds – striped bass action and black sea bass bottom fishing all in one killer day on the water. Starting at 8:00 AM sharp, you'll hit the prime spots where these two species love to hang out, switching up techniques and locations to keep the action hot from start to finish.
You're looking at a solid 6 hours of fishing that's split perfectly between chasing stripers and dropping down for sea bass. Captain Harry runs a tight ship that accommodates up to 4 anglers, so you've got plenty of room to work without bumping elbows. The beauty of this trip is the variety – you'll spend 2-3 hours working the striper grounds, then switch gears and head to the productive bottom spots for black sea bass. The captain knows these waters like the back of his hand, hitting inshore structure, reef edges, and productive wrecks depending on what's firing that day. Weather conditions and fish activity dictate the game plan, but Harry's got backup spots that consistently produce. You'll see different water throughout the day, from shallow inshore structure where stripers ambush baitfish to deeper wrecks where sea bass stack up like cordwood.
This trip covers all the bases when it comes to fishing methods. For stripers, you might be trolling umbrella rigs through schools of baitfish, casting light tackle to breaking fish, or working jigs along structure edges. When the bass are feeding aggressively, nothing beats the excitement of watching your rod tip dance as you work a bucktail through the strike zone. The sea bass portion switches to bottom fishing with conventional tackle – dropping rigs down to wrecks and reefs where these tasty bottom dwellers congregate. You'll be using circle hooks with squid, clams, or cut bait, feeling for that telltale thump when a sea bass picks up your offering. Captain Harry provides all the gear, from light spinning outfits for stripers to heavier bottom rigs for the sea bass. He's got the electronics to mark fish and structure, plus all the terminal tackle you'll need. The boat's set up for both drift fishing when you're working structure and anchoring up when the sea bass bite gets hot. Different situations call for different approaches, and Harry adjusts throughout the day based on what the fish are telling him.
Striped bass are the crown jewel of Northeast fishing, and for good reason. These silver-sided fighters can range from schoolie size around 18-24 inches up to hefty cows pushing 30-40 pounds or more. Spring and fall see the best action when bass are feeding heavily during their migrations, but summer fishing can be outstanding too when you know where to look. What makes stripers so special is their fighting ability – they'll make screaming runs, dive for structure, and give you everything they've got right to the boat. Plus, they're excellent table fare when kept within regulations. You'll find them around moving water, structure edges, and wherever baitfish are schooled up. Black sea bass might not have the glamour of stripers, but they're pound-for-pound some of the strongest fish in the ocean. These bottom dwellers love wrecks, reefs, and rocky structure where they can ambush prey and duck back into cover. They typically run 1-4 pounds, but don't let their size fool you – they'll test your drag and try every trick to wrap you around the nearest obstruction. Sea bass are also some of the best eating fish you'll find, with firm white meat that's perfect for the dinner table. They're most active during warmer months when they move into shallower water to spawn and feed. The key to consistent sea bass fishing is finding the right structure and getting your bait down to where they're holding.
This top-rated charter gives you maximum variety and fish-catching potential in a single trip. Captain Harry's local knowledge and flexible approach means you're always fishing where the action is hottest. The 3-day cancellation policy takes the pressure off if weather doesn't cooperate, and the private charter format means the trip moves at your pace. Whether you're looking to put some quality fish in the cooler or just want to experience different fishing techniques, this 6-hour adventure delivers the goods. The combination of striped bass excitement and sea bass productivity makes this a customer favorite that keeps anglers coming back season after season. Don't sleep on this one – prime dates fill up fast when word gets out about consistent fishing action.
This 22-foot center console is built for serious fishing action with over 24 rod holders ready for whatever the water throws at you. Whether you're trolling for stripers, drifting live bait over wrecks, or working jigs on the bottom for black sea bass, this boat handles it all. The tournament-proven setup consistently puts anglers on fish at inshore reefs and offshore structure. GPS keeps you on the productive spots while the fish finder shows what's swimming below. Radar cuts through morning fog and afternoon haze, and VHF radio keeps you connected. The spacious deck gives four anglers room to fight fish without tangling lines. From light tackle casting to heavy bottom rigs, this center console delivers the versatility you need to make the most of your six hours on the water chasing both species.
Centropristis StriataBlack sea bass are the perfect bottom fish - chunky, scrappy fighters that live around our reefs and wrecks in 40-120 feet of water. Most run 1-4 pounds, but the big males can push 8+ pounds and develop that distinctive hump on their head. Late spring through summer is prime time when they move inshore to spawn and feed. They're aggressive biters and great table fare with firm, white meat that's hard to beat. What guests love is the steady action - where you find one, you'll usually find more. They fight hard on the way up, but once they break the surface, they're done. Pro tip: use a two-hook bottom rig with squid strips and keep your bait right on the structure - they rarely chase far from home.
Morone SaxatilisStripers are what make this area famous - these silver rockets with dark horizontal stripes can hit 20-40 pounds and fight like they mean it. They love structure, so we'll work the reefs, wrecks, and drop-offs where they hunt. Spring through fall gives us the best action, especially during their migration when they're feeding heavy. What makes them special is that powerful run when hooked - they'll peel drag and make multiple runs before giving up. The meat is sweet and flaky, perfect for the dinner table. Here's the trick: when we're jigging vertically over structure, drop your lure to the bottom, then work it 5-10 feet off the bottom where they're suspended and waiting to ambush baitfish.
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