Special J Charters
Special J Charters
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If you're itching to get your trophy fish, you're probably looking for a Bluefin Tuna. Special J Charters understands that completely and will take you fishing for that most prestigious pelagic predator, allowing you to finally tick that off your bucket list!
You'll fish from an impressive 36' Downeast, custom-built by Jim Beal Crowley. She's powered by a monster 450 HP Cummins engine, allowing you to speed across the water to the fishing grounds. She can hold up to 2 anglers in proper comfort, so bring your best fishing friend on this offshore adventure. The boat is properly outfitted for a serious multi-day fishing trip, there are bunk beds, a microwave, a grill, and a full-head toilet.
Captain John Shusta will be your guide on this reel-screaming adventure. This charter is all about the Bluefin Tuna, there are no other main targets (though you may run into a variety of species on your way). The boat crew keeps the catch – customers get a 10% cut from the sale of the fish, as well as the privilege to get to keep the tail as a trophy. You will fish with live bait only, for which a live well is available on board.
Children are not allowed on this trip for safety concerns. Customers can find free parking near the marina. Clients are advised to bring rain gear, adequate clothing, polarized sunglasses, and a waterproof camera to take pictures of their epic catch!
If you're itching to get your trophy fish, you're probably looking for a Bluefin Tuna. Special J Charters understands that completely and will take you fishing for that most prestigious pelagic predator, allowing you to finally tick that off your bucket list!
You'll fish from an impressive 36' Downeast, custom-built by Jim Beal Crowley. She's powered by a monster 450 HP Cummins engine, allowing you to speed across the water to the fishing grounds. She can hold up to 2 anglers in proper comfort, so bring your best fishing friend on this offshore adventure. The boat is properly outfitted for a serious multi-day fishing trip, there are bunk beds, a microwave, a grill, and a full-head toilet.
Captain John Shusta will be your guide on this reel-screaming adventure. This charter is all about the Bluefin Tuna, there are no other main targets (though you may run into a variety of species on your way). The boat crew keeps the catch – customers get a 10% cut from the sale of the fish, as well as the privilege to get to keep the tail as a trophy. You will fish with live bait only, for which a live well is available on board.
Children are not allowed on this trip for safety concerns. Customers can find free parking near the marina. Clients are advised to bring rain gear, adequate clothing, polarized sunglasses, and a waterproof camera to take pictures of their epic catch!
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Customer reviews
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All reviews (5)
Captain John has always put me on the fish. I taken charters with him for over 14 years and he has always put us on the fish. He has a strong knowledge of the water and were to find the fish. One of the biggest things I like with John is he is always looking out for everyone's safety and of course putting us on the fish.
This trip is the real thing! Captain John is a great captain and made my trip very pleasurable. He also put me on the biggest fish of my life! Can't wait to get back on his boat again.
Mike thanks for being an ace on the rod here is a short clip of towing your fish and we will see you this year again Tight lines
first light hooked up on a monster blue fin 5 hour fight
The charter operator canceled 44 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
FAQs about Special J Charters
- US $800 per day per group - 2 Day Trip – Marathon Tuna (2 days)
- Toilet Full-head
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed Bunk beds
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen Microwave and grill
- Refrigerator
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn)
- Live bait
- First mate
- Fishing license
- Offshore fishing (Wherever the fish are)
- Heavy tackle (130 Class Rods and Reels)
- Tuna (Bluefin)
Your captain
Captain John Shusta has been fishing for the better part of the last two and a half decades. He's originally from Jersey but moved to Maine in 1997. When asked what's best about his job, Capt. John replied that the pure rush of adrenaline you feel as the reel screams and you hooked up and the game is on. Join him to share in his extreme enthusiasm for excellent offshore sport fishing experience.
Captain John Shusta has been fishing for the better part of the last two and a half decades. He's originally from Jersey but moved to Maine in 1997. When asked what's best about his job, Capt. John replied that the pure rush of adrenaline you feel as the reel screams and you hooked up and the game is on. Join him to share in his extreme enthusiasm for excellent offshore sport fishing experience.
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What's included in the trip price
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
Cash
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