North Fork Adventures Charters

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North Fork Adventures Charters invites you for a day on the water of Southold and Shelter Island, New York. The charter was formed to provide anglers with an exceptional customized experience on the local waters. It is operated by Captain Rob, who is a local angler in love with the thrill of fishing these waters. Located just west of Greenport, the boat is conveniently situated to downtown Greenport and Southold.

Capt. Rob will show you how it’s done. With more than 30 years of experience, he knows exactly what works and when it works. He will take you out on his 25’ Parker walkaround boat, which provides an exceptionally comfortable ride. It is powered by two 150 HP Yamaha outboard engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

It has a deep-vee hull and a wide beam which both contribute to your enjoyment on the vessel, and its fishing platform will give you plenty of space and opportunities to catch the fish of your dreams.

The captain can take you on a customized fishing trip so you can target the species that you want to catch. Depending on the season, you can fish for Flounder/Fluke, Bluefish, Black Seabass, Tautog, Weakfish, Porgy, and Striped Bass.

All of our trips are designed to maximize your time on the water.  Since we don’t have much running time to the grounds, we usually fish for the full time, then run back to the dock.  Your trip starting times are also flexible to suit your schedule as well as the tide cycle. This flexibility will give you the opportunity to maximize the fishing. The charter is made for a group of up to 6 anglers. Kids are most welcome so bring them along to learn about the greatness of the local fisheries and to experience a nice family bonding adventure.

Join North Fork Adventures Charters and experience some great fishing off the coast of New York!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Peconic Bay Inshore Trip - Morning
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 9
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $800
    Depart from Southold and experience spectacular fishing just minutes from the dock! During spring, there’s a Fluke run in the area, while summer brings steady Porgy and Weakfish action. Spring and summer are the ideal seasons to bring your children on this trip as the fishing is consistent and will keep them engaged. Just pack some food and drinks, and let Captain Rob put you on fish!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Weakfish
    Weakfish
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
  • Private trip
    Peconic Bay Inshore - Afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $800
    Depart from Southold and experience spectacular fishing just minutes from the dock! During spring, there’s a Fluke run in the area, while summer brings steady Porgy and Weakfish action. Spring and summer are the ideal seasons to bring your children on this trip as the fishing is consistent and will keep them engaged. Just pack some food and drinks, and let Captain Rob put you on fish!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Weakfish
    Weakfish
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
  • Private trip
    Fall Blackfish Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Nov 6
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Blackfish season ! These tasty fish are in season in October, it's more weather dependent, and a bit of a longer run, but the fishing is worth it. The run is out to Plumb Island, so dress warm and a great day can be had. This trip is for 4 Anglers only. Departure times are predicated on the tide cycle.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Tautog
    Tautog
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Sunset Striped Bass
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 10 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    Set out at sunset to chase one of the northeast's most elusive gamefish, the Striped Bass. This fishing takes place farther from home in the waters of Plum Gut or the Race. The fish is larger and we fish in deeper water and stronger current. This is a trip for up to 4 Anglers. We leave the dock at approx. 6:30 p.m. and fish through dusk. Enjoy some amazing sunsets, and the chance to catch this amazing fish.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Montauk
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 5 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    During the summer season, Montauk is where the bigger fish are. Come out fishing in some larger water just minutes off of famous Montauk Point. This is a 6-hour trip that targets larger Fluke and Black Sea Bass. You will get out into the ocean, but still be close to shore. It's a great trip to fill your coolers with great fillets. This trip is for 6 anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
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Customer reviews

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Alison C.
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Amazing for families!

VERIFIED   Peconic Bay Inshore Trip - Morning on July 3, 2024
Captain Rob and north fork adventures are awesome.  We went with three kids under 11 and he was patient and helpful.  Everyone...
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Epic NOFO day

VERIFIED   Peconic Bay Inshore Trip - Morning on August 12, 2024
Captain Rob was experienced and kind. Was a perfect afternoon out on the Peconic Bay full of fresh catch we will enjoy for...
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VERIFIED   Peconic Bay Inshore - Afternoon on August 29, 2024
Another great trip with Captain Rob.
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Great fishing trip and great conversation!

VERIFIED   Peconic Bay Inshore Trip - Morning on September 15, 2022
Captain Rob is personable, knowledgeable and knows the local waters well!  He put us on the fish right away and my Dad pulled...
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Half day inshore trip with Captain Rob

VERIFIED   Peconic Bay Inshore Trip - Morning on July 9, 2023
When we arrived, Capt Rob was ready to go. He took us to several locations until we caught our fish. Weak fish and porgy. Pleasant,...
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FAQs about North Fork Adventures Charters

North Fork Adventures Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group - Peconic Bay Inshore Trip - Morning (3 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Peconic Bay Inshore - Afternoon (3 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Fall Blackfish Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Sunset Striped Bass (4 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Full Day Trip – Montauk (7 hours)

When you book a trip with North Fork Adventures Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Port-O-John
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar

Trips booked with North Fork Adventures Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (All fish cleaning and filleting is included in your trip. You can keep any fish that is legal to keep within the state limits.)
  • Fishing License (There is no need for a fishing license on a charter. That is covered by my state charter license.)

North Fork Adventures Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Fluke, Weakfish, Porgy, Striped Bass, Bluefish)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Fluke, Black Sea Bass, Striped Bass, Bluefish)

North Fork Adventures Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with North Fork Adventures Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Flounder
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Tautog
  • Weakfish

Your captain

Robert Lehnert
Southold, New York, United States
52 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
30 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since February 2017
North Fork Adventures, fully licensed and insured is owned and operated by U.S.C.G. Captain Rob Lehnert. Capt. Rob holds a US Coast Guard 50 ton Masters License, has been fishing waters of the east end of Long Island since childhood. During that time, he fished his own boat, but also fished with 48 Viking all throughout the Northeast Canyons, South Florida, and the Bahamas. After that he landed a spot on a 74 Viking which fished the northeast Canyons, and the North Carolina coast, with both rod & reel, and spearfishing extensively offshore. All the while, he fished with a love and passion for our local waters and the fish that inhabit them from Late April, through the summer, to the storied Fall Run in October, Capt Rob is well versed in catching the targeted species.

The fish you can target

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Flounder Flounder
Scup (Porgy) Scup (Porgy)

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Walkaround

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Fluke, Weakfish, Porgy, Striped Bass, Bluefish
Nearshore Fishing
Fluke, Black Sea Bass, Striped Bass, Bluefish

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Port-O-John
GPS
Fishfinder
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
All fish cleaning and filleting is included in your trip. You can keep any fish that is legal to keep within the state limits.
Fishing License
There is no need for a fishing license on a charter. That is covered by my state charter 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
My trips are very kid friendly. I have life jackets for all sizes on board, and I cater to families with children. Children younger than 5 will have a tough time with the equipment. I try and make trips fun for kids, and can usually hold their attentio
You Keep Catch
Fish cleaning is included in charter.
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 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
PayPal