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Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC 

4.7
(12 reviews)
 16432 Cross Bay Boulevard, New York City, NY 11414, United States–
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Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC 

New York City, NY, United States
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33 ft
4
4.7
(12 reviews)

Karen Ann Charters With Captain Vinnie at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands. *****50 years' experience in the NY Bight***
I specialize in light tackle for Trophy fish. Fly rodders welcome.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks for you on board.

Get in touch with Capt. Vinnie below and start planning your trip today!

Karen Ann Charters With Captain Vinnie at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands. *****50 years' experience in the NY Bight***
I specialize in light tackle for Trophy fish. Fly rodders welcome.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Drinks are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be some light snacks for you on board.

Get in touch with Capt. Vinnie below and start planning your trip today!

Vinnie Calabro
Captain
Vinnie Calabro
responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks

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Wendesday Open Boat Specials
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Wed, Thu)
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)
Bass (Striped)
+2
US $300
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Night Tide Trips
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
There are 5 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

4.7
12 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.5
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (12)

Showing 1 – 5 of 12 reviews
Paolo Federico-o'murchu
Paolo Federico-o'murchu
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
New
Excellent Trip
Night Tide Trips on October 18, 2026 • 4 adults

Vinnie does a great job running and gunning with a tricky bite, finds the spot and guides very well. Incredible knowledge of the place. Won't go to another captain for striper

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Vinnie Calabro
Response from Captain

Thanks guys. Great crew veey pleasant afternoon.

Naomi Tzur
Naomi Tzur
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Beautiful day!
Full Day on August 15, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

Captain Vinnie - such a nice man. Beautiful day. Went with a friend and her two tween boys. Fishing was loads of fun. Fluke, fluke, fluke, fluke, fluke, fluke, fluke. We just kept reeling em in! Looking forward to the next time!

David Espinosa
David Espinosa
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
The captain canceled
August 10, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on August 10, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Stefan Friedel
Stefan Friedel
de
Germany
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great trip with a great captain
Wendesday Open Boat Specials on August 27, 2025 • 2 adults

We had a fantastic fishing trip! Even though only two people signed up, the captain still went ahead and made it happen. The weather and sea conditions weren’t the easiest due to the season and a recent hurricane, but his effort and experience turned the day into something truly special. With his years of knowledge, he took us straight to the spots where the fish were active. Not only did we enjoy a stunning day on the water with amazing views, but we also had plenty of fish activity. Alongside multiple hookups, we landed five bluefish. The captain is absolutely outstanding and highly recommended. He even took the time to clean our catch afterward, where we also had the pleasure of meeting his very kind wife. All in all, a memorable and rewarding trip—definitely worth it!

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Vinnie Calabro
Response from Captain

Thank you for the kind words

Mushky Losh
Mushky Losh
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Vinnie
Wendesday Open Boat Specials on August 11, 2025 • 3 adults

We had an incredible time on our fishing trip! Captain Vinnie and First Mate Miles were outstanding. Their expertise and knowledge of the local waters were evident, and they worked tirelessly to ensure everyone had a great time and a successful catch. They were not only professional but also incredibly friendly and made the entire experience fun and memorable. I highly recommend them for anyone looking for a top-notch fishing adventure!

Vinnie Calabro
Response from Captain

Nice memorable day on the ocean. Thanks guys

FAQs about Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC

Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $150 per person - Wendesday Open Boat Specials (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day (7 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Night Tide Trips (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well Together we catch live bait in season
  • Outriggers
  • Radar
Trips booked with Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate (20% tip if satisfied)
  • Fishing license
Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Karen Ann Charters – Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your captain

Vinnie Calabro
Vinnie Calabro
New York City, New York, United States
5 Fishing Reports
162 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since December 2017
For Captain Vinnie, nothing beats taking anglers out for an enjoyable day on the water. He has been fishing the local waters for over 40 years and knows the fishery inside out. He is happy to cater to both beginners and experts alike and will be of great help if this is your first time fishing in New York.
Vinnie Calabro
Vinnie Calabro
5
reports
162
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
For Captain Vinnie, nothing beats taking anglers out for an enjoyable day on the water. He has been fishing the local waters for over 40 years and knows the fishery inside out. He is happy to cater to both beginners and experts alike and will be of great help if this is your first time fishing in New York.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna

Real catches by this captain

  • Excellent Trip
    Paolo F.
    Paolo F.
  • Fishing with Vinnie
    Mushky L.
    Mushky L.
  • Captain Vinny is a treasure
    Jennifer L.
    Jennifer L.
  • Great time!
    Paul G.
    Paul G.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
33 ft
Year built
2000
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Together we catch live bait in season
Outriggers
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First mate
20% tip if satisfied
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.
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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
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
 PayPal
 Bank transfer

What’s biting in New York City right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)

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