Apex Angling CT
+19If fishing in Fairfield is on your bucket list, look no further than Apex Angling CT. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Ben is prepared to put you on fish!
Fishing around here will often see you targeting Striped Bass, Bluefish, Little Tunny, Bonito, and more. During the trip, you might be spinning, popping, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Ben also offers fly fishing, and he’ll provide the fly fishing gear. Rods, reels, and lures are included, and you’re free to keep some of the fish you catch, assuming regulations allow it.
Your boat for the day is a 20’ Center console with a capacity for 2 passengers. The captain may make exceptions for additional passengers, given weather conditions and size. Please expect to have a phone call the afternoon or evening prior to your trip to discuss the fishing game plan, weather, time, and meeting location. You’ll be casting lures or flies the majority of the time on the water unless traveling to the grounds or scouting for fish. Children are welcome on board.
April through July are prime months for Striped Bass and Bluefish. During August and early September, Capt. Ben sometimes trailers his boat out east to target these migratory fish before arriving back to Western Long Island Sound for the Fall. Mid-September to mid-November are prime months for False Albacore, Striped Bass, Bluefish, and occasionally Atlantic Bonito.
Please be sure to bring polarized sunglasses, an outer layer or jacket, appropriate shoes or boots (non-marking), and any drinks or food which can be stored in the cooler. Ben will have a few drinks in the cooler to ensure anglers stay hydrated. You’ll need to buy a local fishing license before the trip.
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Captain
Benjamin Burdine
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Caught fish
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Caught 7 Stripper 20-40 inches in 4 hours
Half Day Trip on July 15, 2025
Captain Ben was an excellent guide. He knows where to go & the right bait & tackle to get the job done. We were very satisfied with this adventure.
Captain Ben was an excellent guide. He knows where to go & the right bait & tackle to get the job done. We were very satisfied with this adventure.
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August fishing trip
Half Day Trip on August 3, 2025
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Friendly knowledgeable and helpful fishing guide
Half Day Trip on June 17, 2024
Benjamin can put you on the fish although we only had a few fish to bring home. I blame that on the rules and size for the fish. A great guide very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend Ben and will use him again when I’m back in Connecticut.
Benjamin can put you on the fish although we only had a few fish to bring home. I blame that on the rules and size for the fish. A great guide very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend Ben and will use him again when I’m back in Connecticut.
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Huge fish everywhere!
Half Day Trip on June 13, 2024
During our 4 hour trip we caught around 15-18 stripers all between 36-40+ inches. It was just fantastic fishing and captain Ben put us in the middle of them. It was an awesome trip and the captain was the best.
During our 4 hour trip we caught around 15-18 stripers all between 36-40+ inches. It was just fantastic fishing and captain Ben put us in the middle of them. It was an awesome trip and the captain was the best.
Hamden, Connecticut
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Our trip with captain Ben
Half Day Trip on June 30, 2023
We had a wonderful morning with captain Ben. He was very knowledgeable and worked hard to get us to the fish. My wife and I both got one in the boat, over 40 inches each. We also had three more right by the boat. It was a great outing and would highly recommend captain Ben and Apex Angling
We had a wonderful morning with captain Ben. He was very knowledgeable and worked hard to get us to the fish. My wife and I both got one in the boat, over 40 inches each. We also had three more right by the boat. It was a great outing and would highly recommend captain Ben and Apex Angling
FAQs about Apex Angling CT
What are the trip rates for Apex Angling CT?
Apex Angling CT offers the following trips to customers:
- US $600 per group - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $900 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Apex Angling CT?
When you book a trip with Apex Angling CT, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS Garmin
- Fishfinder Garmin
- Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with Apex Angling CT?
Trips booked with Apex Angling CT include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Snacks
- Drinks
- Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Apex Angling CT offer?
Apex Angling CT offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Apex Angling CT offer?
Apex Angling CT offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Spinning
- Popping
- Fly Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Apex Angling CT?
Top targeted fish species with Apex Angling CT include:
- Bass (Striped)
- Bluefish
- Bonito
- Little Tunny (False Albacore)
Your captain
Fairfield, Connecticut, United States
Born and raised in Fairfield, Connecticut, Captain Ben has over 25 years of experience fishing on the Long Island Sound. He operates Apex Angling CT, offering a full-service fishing charter and guided fishing for anglers of all skill levels. He specializes in light tackle, fly fishing, topwater, and sight fishing.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Wireless Trolling Motor
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
Fly Fishing Equipment
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
According to slot size, limits and regulations
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
PayPal
Checks