Full Day Black Sea Bass Charter
Private Trip
Sixhour charter targeting Striped Bass and Bluefish using drift fishing methodsEarly 5:30 AM departure with all equipment and licenses includedProfessional First Mate provides deck assistance and fish cleaning services
When you're looking for a solid day of New England fishing, this charter delivers exactly what local anglers have been banking on for years. We're talking about a proper six-hour trip that gets you on the water at 5:30 AM, right when the fish are most active. 'Ohana Sportfishing Charters has this down to a science – drift fishing and light tackle in productive local waters where Striped Bass and Bluefish are consistently biting. At $800 for up to four anglers, with room for a fifth guest at $75 extra, you're getting everything you need: rods, reels, fresh bait, tackle, licenses, and a skilled First Mate who knows these waters inside and out.
This isn't one of those rush-job half-day trips where you barely get your lines wet. Six hours gives you real time to work different spots and dial in what the fish want that day. The early departure means we're fishing during prime feeding times, and the experienced First Mate handles all the deck work so you can focus on fighting fish instead of fumbling with rigs. Whether you're a weekend warrior or someone who's never held a fishing rod, the crew adjusts techniques to match your comfort level. The boat stays within reasonable distance of the harbor, targeting proven structures and drop-offs where Stripers and Blues consistently patrol. You'll spend most of your time drifting over productive bottom, letting the current do the work while you feel for that telltale thump on your line.
Drift fishing is the bread and butter technique for this type of charter, and for good reason – it covers water efficiently while keeping baits moving naturally through the strike zone. The captain positions the boat up-current from productive structure, then lets the tide carry you over fish-holding spots. Light tackle means you're using gear that's perfectly matched to the target species – sensitive enough to detect subtle bites but with enough backbone to handle a strong Striper or aggressive Bluefish. The First Mate rigs everything fresh throughout the day, switching between live bait and cut bait depending on what's working. Circle hooks keep fish hooked solid while making catch-and-release easier on the fish. When conditions call for it, the crew might switch to jigging or even some light trolling to locate active schools.
Striped Bass are the crown jewel of New England inshore fishing, and these waters consistently produce quality fish. These silver-sided fighters typically run anywhere from schoolie size up to genuine keepers in the 28-36 inch range, with the occasional cow pushing 40 inches or better. Stripers are most active during moving tides, especially the first two hours of incoming water when they push into the shallows to feed on baitfish. What makes them so special is their fight – they'll make powerful runs, often jumping clear of the water, and they're smart enough to use current and structure to their advantage. Spring through fall is prime time, with the best action typically happening early morning and late afternoon when they're actively feeding on the surface.
Bluefish bring a completely different energy to the trip. These aggressive predators hit hard and fight dirty, using their razor-sharp teeth and muscular bodies to test your drag system. Blues in these waters commonly range from snapper size up to solid 5-8 pounders that'll give you a genuine workout. They're opportunistic feeders that travel in schools, so when you find them, the action can be fast and furious with multiple hookups at once. Blues are most active during warmer months and they're not picky about bait – they'll crush everything from live pogies to fresh chunks of mackerel. What anglers love about targeting Blues is their reliability and the non-stop action they provide when they're feeding.
This charter hits the sweet spot for New England fishing – long enough to really get into fish, early enough to capitalize on prime feeding times, and professionally guided so you're not wasting time in unproductive water. The all-inclusive pricing means you just show up with your cooler and camera, everything else is handled. With capacity limited to four or five anglers max, you're not fighting for rail space or competing with a crowded boat. The experienced crew knows exactly where to find fish based on tide, weather, and seasonal patterns. Whether you're looking to put some quality fillets in the cooler or just want to experience the fight of a lifetime on light tackle, this trip delivers consistent results that keep local anglers coming back season after season.
This 23-foot SeaCraft center console delivers exactly what serious anglers need for chasing black sea bass in New England waters. With room for up to 5 fishermen, she's rigged with professional-grade fish finder technology to locate productive bottom structure where sea bass love to hang out. The radar keeps you safe when fog rolls in, while GPS ensures you can return to those hot spots that produced fish. An onboard icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during those long drifts over rocky bottom. The boat's shallow draft gets you into areas bigger vessels can't reach, perfect for working the inshore grounds where sea bass feed. Captain provides all tackle, rods, and bait - you just bring yourself and get ready to fill the coolers with keeper-sized fish.
Pomatomus SaltatrixBlues are pure aggression on a hook - these torpedo-shaped fighters with razor-sharp teeth put up a serious battle pound for pound. They typically run 3-15 pounds in our waters, though bigger ones show up. You'll find them in schools along beaches, around structure, and chasing bait in open water. Summer into early fall is peak season when they're feeding heavily before their southern migration. What guests love is the non-stop action - when you find a school, it's game on. They're also excellent table fare when properly handled, with rich, flaky meat. Pro tip: bring wire leaders or heavy fluorocarbon - those teeth will slice through regular line like butter. When they're blitzing bait on the surface, almost any lure works.
Morone SaxatilisThese iconic fish with their distinctive black stripes are what New England fishing is all about. Most stripers we catch run 20-40 pounds, though bigger ones lurk around. They're strong fighters that love structure - rocky outcrops, drop-offs, and current breaks where baitfish get pushed around. Spring through fall is prime time as they migrate up from the south, feeding heavily on our local bait. What makes them special? That powerful run when hooked, plus they're fantastic eating with sweet, flaky meat. Here's a tip: watch for diving birds or bait breaking the surface - stripers are usually right underneath. We fish them with live bait and light tackle, keeping close to productive grounds where they patrol for their next meal.
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