Keepin’ It Reel Charters 

4.9
(121 reviews)
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 Academy Drive 1, Bourne, MA 02532, United States–

Keepin’ It Reel Charters 

Bourne, MA, United States
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27 ft
6
4.9
(121 reviews)

Keepin' It Reel Charters is a well recognized charter in Southern MA and Cape Cod. We trailer to specific boat ramps to target specific fish from Cape Cod to Boston and we offer a lifetime experience in these waters. I'll let the Reviews do the talking!

Captain Timmy will assure you not only to catch fish but also lots of laughs and good times that will never be forgot! This involves 4 to 10 hour trips, fishing for but not limited to Striped Bass, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Tautog, Scup, Flounder, Haddock and Bluefin Tuna depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, big game fishing, drift fishing, jigging, popping, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a beautiful and extremely clean
27' MayCraft boat that can safely take 4-6 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box so you can store your food, beverages, and of course your fresh catch that we will clean for you!

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing! Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Keepin' It Reel Fishing Charters for experiences you will talk about the rest of your life!

Note: if booking alone, we will need one more person to select same date, Contact me directly and I will make it happen!

Keepin' It Reel Charters is a well recognized charter in Southern MA and Cape Cod. We trailer to specific boat ramps to target specific fish from Cape Cod to Boston and we offer a lifetime experience in these waters. I'll let the Reviews do the talking!

Captain Timmy will assure you not only to catch fish but also lots of laughs and good times that will never be forgot! This involves 4 to 10 hour trips, fishing for but not limited to Striped Bass, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Tautog, Scup, Flounder, Haddock and Bluefin Tuna depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, big game fishing, drift fishing, jigging, popping, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a beautiful and extremely clean
27' MayCraft boat that can safely take 4-6 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box so you can store your food, beverages, and of course your fresh catch that we will clean for you!

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing! Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Keepin' It Reel Fishing Charters for experiences you will talk about the rest of your life!

Note: if booking alone, we will need one more person to select same date, Contact me directly and I will make it happen!

Timmy Arruda
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
5Hr BuzzBay Seabass/Tautog/Scup
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 16 - Jun 20
Seabass (Black)
Scup (Porgy)
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
5hr spring Tautog open boat
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 1
Tautog
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
Morning Squid
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 25 - May 12
Squid
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
5hr Fall Tautog open boat
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 11 (Mon, Sat, Sun)
Tautog
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
11-3pm Black Seabass/Scup open boat
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 16 - Jun 20
Seabass (Black)
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
Pm Fall Tautog
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Nov 6
Tautog
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
Evening Squid
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 25 - May 12
Squid
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
5hour AM Striper&Bluefish Open Boat
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 10
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Mackerel (Atlantic)
US $350
Shared tour: 2 people
Winter Flounder Half Day 5hrs
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 30 - Jun 20
Flounder
US $350
Shared tour: 2 people
4Hr P.M. Trip – Striper&Bluefish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 20 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Mackerel (Atlantic)
US $350
Shared tour: 2 people
5Hr Buzz Bay Tautog Private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Jun 1
Scup (Porgy)
Tautog
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5Hr BuzzBay Seabass/scup private
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 16 - Jun 20
Seabass (Black)
Scup (Porgy)
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5hr Striper&Buefish Private Boat
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 10
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Mackerel (Atlantic)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 hour Tuna/Shark
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 9 - Nov 20
Tuna (Bluefin)
Shark (Porbeagle)
Shark (Blue)
Shark (Mako)
+3
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
121 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (131)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

Reviews (121)

  • Cole Cookingham
    Cole Cookingham
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Timmy and Dave couldnt be anymore amazing

    4Hr P.M. Trip – Striper&Bluefish on June 24, 2026 • 2 adults

    The captain Timmy didn’t only look to put us on fish, he hunted for them, and he found them. His first mate, Dave, busted his ass all day setting and checking rods (personally the best mate I’ve ever seen). Sometimes these stripers get lockjaw and dont want to bite anything, but he will continuously hunt these fish for you. Like any other fishing charter, he cannot guarantee a bite - dont let these other guys make you think its a guarantee, go with timmy and he’ll make sure he does his best everytime to get you a fish. hope this helps!! 10/10 recommend

  • Rory Weier
    Rory Weier
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    You can’t control the weather but you can control the customer experience

    5hour AM Striper&Bluefish Open Boat on July 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    Highly recommend Timmy and Dave for their knowledge and professionalism. We booked a wickedly windy day and were thankful that they brainstormed a safe alternative on the fly so that we didn’t have to cancel. We caught a few fish, had many laughs, and enjoyed our morning on the water as out of towners despite the weather. We look forward to a future trip!

  • Cody Lewis
    Cody Lewis
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Keepin’ It Reel is the real deal!

    5hr Striper&Buefish Private Boat on August 5, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Great fishing experience, caught a bunch of striper, we all hooked up multiple times, different locations. he put us on them, Captain Tim and first mate were a pleasure to be around, knowledgeable and friendly. 5 star review. will definitely book with them again.

  • Charles Ivey
    Charles Ivey
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Such a great time

    5hour AM Striper&Bluefish Open Boat - 7:00 AM on July 15, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Timmy and his dad are first-class. They put us rigit on the striper and they even did a great job assisting my wife, who’s 5 months pregnant but was excitedly to catch some fish. We will definitely be back

  • Tim Makosky
    Tim Makosky
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience and Great Crew!!

    5hour AM Striper&Bluefish Open Boat on June 15, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Tim and Dave were very helpful and they kept working to keep us on fish. the equipment and boat were very clean and organized. I will definitely fish with them again. Great for kids too. very patient.

  • Peter Elias
    Peter Elias
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Striper Mania

    4Hr P.M. Trip – Striper&Bluefish on June 3, 2026 • 4 adults

    Great trip - Capt. Arruda put us on lots of nice stripers in our afternoon trip into Cape Cod Bay. Knowledgeable captain and crew provided us with excellent instruction and insight for a memorable fishing trip!

  • Robert Bryan
    Robert Bryan
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience

    4Hr P.M. Trip – Striper&Bluefish on August 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    Captain Timmy and his father, Dave, were awesome, certainly going above and beyond to try and get fish on the boat. Looking forward to our next trip.

  • Julian Martinez
    Julian Martinez
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    gerat trip awesome crew

    4Hr P.M. Trip – Striper&Bluefish on August 13, 2026 • 3 adults

    great fishing trip with excellent captain and crew had the best time fishing in Cape Cod we caught a lot of fish and enjoyed every minute thanks Timmy!

  • Eric Davis
    Eric Davis
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    awsome crew

    5hour AM Striper&Bluefish Open Boat on June 3, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    trip was fantastic, fish where minimal but cant blaim the captain for that, he went above and beyond to find them, great crew and vessel

  • Jeremy Borges
    Jeremy Borges
    us
    Rhode Island, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    BEST FISHING YET!!

    5hr Fall Tautog open boat on October 10, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Tim was the best. His dad was awesome. I’d love the whole experience. Can’t wait to go again. We caught a lot of fish.

FAQs about Keepin’ It Reel Charters

Keepin’ It Reel Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $150 per person - 11-3pm Black Seabass/Scup open boat (4 hours)
  • US $150 per person - 5Hr BuzzBay Seabass/Tautog/Scup (5 hours)
  • US $150 per person - 5hr Fall Tautog open boat (5 hours)
  • US $150 per person - 5hr spring Tautog open boat (5 hours)
  • US $150 per person - Evening Squid (5 hours)
  • US $150 per person - Morning Squid (5 hours)
  • US $150 per person - Pm Fall Tautog (4 hours)
  • US $175 per person - 4Hr P.M. Trip – Striper&Bluefish (4 hours)
  • US $175 per person - 5hour AM Striper&Bluefish Open Boat (5 hours)
  • US $175 per person - Winter Flounder Half Day 5hrs (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 5Hr Buzz Bay Tautog Private (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 5Hr BuzzBay Seabass/scup private (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5hr Striper&Buefish Private Boat (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 10 hour Tuna/Shark (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Keepin’ It Reel Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet enclosed cabin
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Keepin’ It Reel Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is key to our trips! We catch it with you and keep it in the live well when fishing for striper and bluefish. Crabs, sea clam and squid will already be onboard when fishing for ground fish!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Filleting your catch is included in price and is done at sea before we head in! We provide ice for you and your catch!)
  • First mate (My first mate is the man who taught me how to fish as a kid, my father Dave. It is a father son duo out there always! )
  • Fishing license (You do not need any license as our boats permit covers all!)
Keepin’ It Reel Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (When we travel for offshore trips we typically go about 15-20 miles offshore for tuna.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Keepin’ It Reel Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Keepin’ It Reel Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Haddock
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Squid
  • Tautog
  • Tuna (Bluefin)
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Timmy Arruda
Timmy Arruda
Bourne, Massachusetts, United States
19 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
121 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2022
Captain Tim Arruda has been fishing the waters of Massachusetts his whole life with his father David. The captain became a commercial fisherman in 2016 when he made a huge career/life change to be a technical educator and that gave him the opportunity of a lifetime to follow his passion for fishing during his summers off. Captain Tim is a well-recognized fisherman and he obtained his captain's license so he can share his passion for fishing with others on charters. From Scup to Giant Bluefin Tuna, he has the gear and knowledge to put you on a constant day of reeling in your target species!
Our Team
Dave A.
Dave A.
First mate
Timmy Arruda
Timmy Arruda
Fully verified
19
reports
121
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
Captain Tim Arruda has been fishing the waters of Massachusetts his whole life with his father David. The captain became a commercial fisherman in 2016 when he made a huge career/life change to be a technical educator and that gave him the opportunity of a lifetime to follow his passion for fishing during his summers off. Captain Tim is a well-recognized fisherman and he obtained his captain's license so he can share his passion for fishing with others on charters. From Scup to Giant Bluefin Tuna, he has the gear and knowledge to put you on a constant day of reeling in your target species!
The crew
Dave A.
Dave A.
First mate

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Haddock
Haddock
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Scup (Porgy)
Scup (Porgy)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Squid
Squid
Tautog
Tautog
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Weakfish
Weakfish
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Haddock
Haddock
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • Tautog Bite Is On
    Tautog are in full force!
  • Two anglers holding multiple fish aboard a fishing boat on open water, with a bucket and deck equipment visible.
    Jeremy B.
    Jeremy B.
    Captain Tim was the best. His dad was awesome. I’d love the whole experience. Can’t wait to go again. We caught a lot of fish.
  • Angler holding a large striped bass aboard a fishing boat on open water, with the boat's cooler and deck visible.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Robert B.
    Robert B.
    Captain Timmy and his father, Dave, were awesome, certainly going above and beyond to try and get fish on the boat. Looking forward to our next trip.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass aboard a fishing charter, with a scenic backdrop of the water and shoreline.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Frederick N.
    Frederick N.
    Tim has his ducks in order and networking to get passengers on the fish. Look for his open boat options.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass aboard a fishing charter, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Julian M.
    Julian M.
    great fishing trip with excellent captain and crew had the best time fishing in Cape Cod we caught a lot of fish and enjoyed every minute thanks Timmy!
  • Teen angler and adult proudly display two striped bass aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    John C.
    John C.
    Captain Tim & his dad were great! They handled everything! All we had to do was reel them in! My son & I will definitely book with them again next year!
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass while enjoying a day on the water with a young child present.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Cody L.
    Cody L.
    Great fishing experience, caught a bunch of striper, we all hooked up multiple times, different locations. he put us on them, Captain Tim and first mate were a pleasure to be around, knowledgeable and friendly. 5 star review. will definitely book with them again.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their striped bass catch while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Rory W.
    Rory W.
    Highly recommend Timmy and Dave for their knowledge and professionalism. We booked a wickedly windy day and were thankful that they brainstormed a safe alternative on the fly so that we didn’t have to cancel. We caught a few fish, had many laughs, and enjoyed our morning on the water as out of towners despite the weather. We look forward to a future trip!
  • Adult angler holding a large striped bass aboard a center-console fishing boat on open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Charles I.
    Charles I.
    Captain Timmy and his dad are first-class. They put us rigit on the striper and they even did a great job assisting my wife, who’s 5 months pregnant but was excitedly to catch some fish. We will definitely be back
  • Angler proudly holding a large striped bass aboard a fishing boat offshore, with a second crew member visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Our Striper trips have been lights out for weeks! Come and join the fun!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2006
Boat manufacturer
MayCraft
Boat type
Pilothouse
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
enclosed cabin
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is key to our trips! We catch it with you and keep it in the live well when fishing for striper and bluefish. Crabs, sea clam and squid will already be onboard when fishing for ground fish!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Filleting your catch is included in price and is done at sea before we head in! We provide ice for you and your catch!
First mate
My first mate is the man who taught me how to fish as a kid, my father Dave. It is a father son duo out there always!
Fishing license
You do not need any license as our boats permit covers all!

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Children of all ages are able to be aboard the Keepin' it Reel! Any child under 13 years of age is required to wear a life jacket whike aboard.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Bourne right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
FlounderFlounder
HaddockHaddock
Mackerel (Atlantic)Mackerel (Atlantic)
Scup (Porgy)Scup (Porgy)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
TautogTautog
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)
WeakfishWeakfish

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