Whether you’re looking for an epic run-and-gun fishing trip or just a relaxing day out on the water, Captain Erik Sigtermans has you covered! Targeting multiple species such as Mahi, Striper, Flounder, Seabass, Tog, and Sharks, both inshore and offshore, he’s got the knowledge and experience to get you what you’re after. On his newly furnished 24’ Hydra Sports Center Console, you can expect to be first to the grounds with a new 300hp Yamaha, pushing you along at up to 50 mph and a MinnKota trolling motor to lock you over the wrecks quickly and easily. He provides all the licenses, gear, and tackle you’ll need to get the job done right with brands like Penn, Shimano, Quantum, St. Croix, Majic Tail, Spro, Gulp, Tsunami, and several more.

Safety is number one out there and you’ll always feel safe knowing that Captain Erik’s vessel is equipped with top of the line safety equipment like Radar, Satellite Communications, 6 person life raft, first aid, life jackets, and slim, comfortable automatic-deploying life jackets for the kids.

Captain Erik Sigtermans has had a fierce love for fishing, the Absecon Bay, and the surrounding waters since he was a young child. He grew up fishing in the Absecon Bay on a Boston Whaler, learning where the best fishing spots are and the most effective ways for catching target species. As he grew older, he developed such a passion for fishing that he knew he wanted to share it with others so they could also experience the thrill of living off of the land. With some inspiration from the legacy of his grandfather William "Silly Willy", who taught him to fish, Captain Erik developed Silly Willy Charters and takes pride in creating memories with others that are sure to last a lifetime.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 2 - Oct 31 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $400
    Drifting jigging bucktails and other lures in the bay. You will mainly be targeting summer Flounder but will also have a shot at Weakfish, Bluefish, and Striper. The trip starts at 6:30 a.m. and includes all the equipment and catch cleaning.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay (11:30AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 2 - Oct 31 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $400
    Drifting jigging bucktails and other lures in the bay. You will mainly be targeting summer Flounder but will also have a shot at Weakfish, Bluefish, and Striper. The trip starts at 11:30 a.m. and includes all the equipment and catch cleaning.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 PM
    Seasonal trip May 2 - Oct 31 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $400
    Enjoy 4 hours fishing in the bay by drifting jigging bucktails and other lures. You and the captain will mostly chase summer Flounder but will also have a go at Bluefish, Weakfish, and Striper. You leave the dock at 4:30 p.m. and get back at 8:30 p.m.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Fall Striper
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 13 - Dec 31 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $750
    You and Captain Erik will be heading north trolling or jigging within 3 miles off the coast for migratory Striped Bass. As the captain covers you for all the fishing tackle, bait, as well as catch cleaning, you should only bring your snacks, drinks, and licenses.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Reef/Wreck
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $750
    You will be fishing the many wrecks and reefs within 15 miles off the New Jersey coast. Your targets will be Flounder, Seabass, Tog, and anything else lurking down in the deep. Dress appropriately, bring your fishing licenses, and pack any snacks and drinks you like.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Fall Striper
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 13 - Dec 31 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
    Leaving the dock at 6:00 a.m., you and Captain Erik will be heading north to troll or jig within 3 miles off the New Jersey coast for migratory Striped Bass. Bring snacks, drinks, fishing licenses, and dress according to the weather.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Reef/Wreck
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
    Have a great time traveling up to 30 miles off the New Jersey coast and explore fish-rich wrecks and reefs. You will go after Black Seabass, Tautog, Flounder, as well as any other species lurking down in the deep. The trip starts at 6:00 a.m. and lasts for 8 hours.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Inshore Mahi (MAX 3)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 20 - Sep 30 (Sat, Sun)
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,100
    On this trip, you will be using light or medium tackle to target Mahi Mahi on the Lobster pots and other floating structures within 30 miles off the coast. As always, Captain Erik provides all the rods, reels, tackle, live, bait, lures, as well as fish cleaning and filleting.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 21 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (31)
Great morning fishing trip
Great morning fishing trip
Great morning fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Bob L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great morning fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip – Bay (11:30AM) on October 13, 2024
Fun and relaxing morning fishing trip. Captain Erik helped us catch several different types of fish in the bay. Highly recommend.
Bob L. recommends Silly Willy Charters
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Jesse R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Charter

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Bay (11:30AM) on July 14, 2024
Always a great trip with Erik, highly knowledgeable & makes it a fun trip. Don’t look elsewhere!
Jesse R. recommends Silly Willy Charters
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Bruce D.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Erik

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Bay (PM) on June 11, 2024
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Christopher R.
Newark, DE
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Shark fishing with Capt. Erik

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Reef/Wreck on July 23, 2023
It was a great experience,  when we first got put there and we weren’t landing anything he gave us an option to try another...
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Colleen C.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Thank You Silly Willy"

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Bay (11:30AM) on May 28, 2022
This trip was a surprise for my boyfriend for our 4 year anniversary. Captain Erik made the entire process easy and stress...
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FAQs about Silly Willy Charters

Silly Willy Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay (11:30AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Fall Striper (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Reef/Wreck (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Fall Striper (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Reef/Wreck (8 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore Mahi (MAX 3) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Silly Willy Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Silly Willy Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Silly Willy Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Silly Willy Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Silly Willy Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Tiger)
  • Tautog

Your captain

Erik Sigtermans
Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States
5 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
21 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2021
Captain Erik welcomes you to New Jersey and invites you to join him inshore as well as offshore for a fun-packed fishing adventure out of Atlantic City.

The fish you can target

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder Flounder
Seabass (Black) Black Seabass

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Hydra Sports
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
YAMAHA
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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