Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures 

5.0
(5 reviews)
 1 Ocean Boulevard, Hampton, NH 03842, United States–

Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures 

Hampton, NH, United States
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30 ft
4
5.0
(5 reviews)

Experience the best of New Hampshire’s coastal fishing with Hold Fast Charters. Running a very capable 30’ Downeast vessel out of Hampton Harbor, NH along the Seacoast and target the region’s top saltwater species—most notably Striped Bass. Whether you’re after a day of family fun, a serious trophy hunt, or improving your saltwater skills with over 25 years charter experience, Captain Bob delivers safe, productive trips with a friendly, knowledgeable touch.

Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Bob also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks!

Capt. Bob runs a 30' Young Brothers Downeast lobster pilot house with space for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is included and catching it is part of the fun.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Don't forget to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Hold Fast Charters.

Experience the best of New Hampshire’s coastal fishing with Hold Fast Charters. Running a very capable 30’ Downeast vessel out of Hampton Harbor, NH along the Seacoast and target the region’s top saltwater species—most notably Striped Bass. Whether you’re after a day of family fun, a serious trophy hunt, or improving your saltwater skills with over 25 years charter experience, Captain Bob delivers safe, productive trips with a friendly, knowledgeable touch.

Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Bob also offers fly fishing, but you may need to bring your own fly gear.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks!

Capt. Bob runs a 30' Young Brothers Downeast lobster pilot house with space for 4 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is included and catching it is part of the fun.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Don't forget to bring bottled water, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Hold Fast Charters.

Bob Wason
Captain
Bob Wason
25 years of experience
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3 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Oct 10
Bass (Striped)
Mackerel (Atlantic)
Lobster
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Oct 10
Bass (Striped)
Mackerel (Atlantic)
Lobster
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Oct 10
Bass (Striped)
Pollock
Haddock
Mackerel (Atlantic)
+1
US $950
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Build Your Adventure
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Oct 10
Bass (Striped)
Pollock
Haddock
Mackerel (Atlantic)
+1
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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5.0
5 reviews
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Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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Reviews (5)

  • John Morgan
    John Morgan
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great 6 hour trip with an assortment of fishing

    6 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish on August 14, 2026 • 4 adults

    We went from catching mackerel in the early morning to catching stripers later on. We also got a lesson on lobster fishing! Great captain who’s very knowledgeable! I recommend!

  • Brian Hoban
    Brian Hoban
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Really great trip !!!

    3 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish on June 27, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain Bob was great. He made the trip really adventurous, professional, and over all fun for my son and I. And we caught a variety of fish species !!

  • Carl Wolicki
    Carl Wolicki
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly Recommend

    4 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish on July 27, 2026 • 4 adults

    The Captain was Awesome and Very Knowledgeable. We caught Fish. Fish On! 😃

  • Alan Becicka
    Alan Becicka
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Bob is a Great Host

    4 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish on June 20, 2026 • 4 adults

    Our party of four really enjoyed fishing with Captain Bob…he’s a great host. The fishing was a bit slow (conditions were difficult), but Captain Bob made our trip special by taking us for some sightseeing and into Newburyport. We enjoyed our time on the water…would recommend the trip to anyone looking for an a good time and friendly host.

  • James Moodie
    James Moodie
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Birthday trip

    6 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish on August 18, 2026 • 4 adults

    Took my dad and kid out for kid birthday. We all cot fish and saw some i have never seen or ate before.

FAQs about Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures

Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish (4 hours)
  • US $950 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Sightsee/Lobster/Fish (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Build Your Adventure (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Simrad, three screens
  • Fishfinder Simrad, three screens
  • Live bait well
  • Radar Simrad
Trips booked with Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (All bait and tackle is included. When conditions allow, anglers can participate in catching live bait.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and fillet service is included in price.)
  • Fishing license (Saltwater license covered under boat )
Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Hold Fast Charters – NH Coastal Adventures include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Flounder
  • Lobster
  • Mackerel (Atlantic)

Your captain

Bob Wason
Bob Wason
Hampton, New Hampshire, United States
ID & license verified
5 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2026
Captain Bob brings more than 25 years of hands-on charter experience on Northeast and Atlantic waters. He's a seasoned professional who knows how to plan and run safe, productive, and enjoyable trips for anglers and sightseers alike out of Hampton Harbor, NH.
Bob Wason
Bob Wason
Fully verified
5
reviews
2026
member since
~1h
response
Captain Bob brings more than 25 years of hands-on charter experience on Northeast and Atlantic waters. He's a seasoned professional who knows how to plan and run safe, productive, and enjoyable trips for anglers and sightseers alike out of Hampton Harbor, NH.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Flounder
Flounder
Lobster
Lobster
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Flounder
Flounder
Lobster
Lobster
Atlantic Mackerel
Atlantic Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • Teen angler holding a large striped bass aboard a fishing boat in coastal waters, with coolers and bait buckets visible on deck.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    John M.
    John M.
    We went from catching mackerel in the early morning to catching stripers later on. We also got a lesson on lobster fishing! Great captain who’s very knowledgeable! I recommend!
  • A large striped bass resting in a net on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing the catch after a successful outing.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Carl W.
    Carl W.
    The Captain was Awesome and Very Knowledgeable. We caught Fish. Fish On! 😃
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Lingcod while fishing on a boat in foggy conditions.
    Brian H.
    Brian H.
    Captain Bob was great. He made the trip really adventurous, professional, and over all fun for my son and I. And we caught a variety of fish species !!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
1999
Restored in
2024
Boat manufacturer
Young Brothers
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
John Deere
Powered by
1 x 220HP
Max cruising speed
18 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Simrad, three screens
Fishfinder
Simrad, three screens
Live bait well
Radar
Simrad
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
All bait and tackle is included. When conditions allow, anglers can participate in catching live bait.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and fillet service is included in price.
Fishing license
Saltwater license covered under boat

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
Captain Bob offers family friendly trips and children are welcome. Trips can be adjusted to the audience to support all skill levels. To keep day interesting can work in sightseeing, lobstering, learning and engagement.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

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