First Bite Charters
First Bite Charters
Captain Dan invites you to join him on board his 35’ Downeast. She’s a Bruno Stillman Sportfish boat, built in 2010 and restored in 2017 – you won’t miss any comforts of a modern vessel! Her spacious deck allows for 6 anglers to fish in comfort, without bumping elbows or knocking over gear. You’ll travel to your fishing grounds in comfort, she is very stable and rides smoothly – powered by a 375 HP Volvo engine.
The fish off the coast of Quincy are numerous and practically waiting for an angler to appear to give them a fight! In the waters closer to the coast you’ll go after Flounder in June, July, and August. The famous Striped Bass is available all summer long, from June to October. You’ll fish all over Quincy Bay, Boston Harbor, and the waters of Stellwagen Bank.
If you’re looking to check the prestigious Bluefin Tuna off your bucket list, the Tuna trip is right up your alley. This exciting, reel-screaming offshore action is available between August and November. Haddock is also a fish you can go after, from April to November. Remember to bring a camera to document your trophy catch!
Kids of all ages are welcome to join in-shore fishing trips but, we require a minimum age of 13 for offshore action. We will provide life jackets in all sizes. Live bait is caught during the trip. A full-head toilet ensures comfort even on longer trips, as well as a sink to freshen up between epic hook-ups.
Whether you’re a fan of fishing the beautiful inshore waters of Massachusetts or itching for offshore battles, First Bite Charters has a trip for you! Book now to experience the thrill of angling with Captain Dan!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (100)
+97Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Recommend this charter
83%
Caught fish
66%
Jul 9, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
Gentlemen of the Sea
I (62) scheduled this trip for my son (32), my Son-in-law (38) and two grandsons (8 & 12). Being from Iowa, we are not “avid fishermen”. The crew was professional, helpful, courteous and most of all patient. My goal was to give these young men a “experience of a lifetime” that they could hold in their hearts forever. Capt. Dan and crew did everything they could to ensure that this happened. Mission Accomplished!!! The experience of being on a large boat, catching bait-fish (almost as big as anything we’ve caught before) and catching several large “stripped bass”. As “G’pa”, I received the honors of the BIGGEST fish!!! (too big to keep! LOL!) I highly recommend First Bite Charters for an experience of building memories for a lifetime with your family.
I (62) scheduled this trip for my son (32), my Son-in-law (38) and two grandsons (8 & 12). Being from Iowa, we are not “avid fishermen”....
Aug 27, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Great Trip!
We booked a 5 hour trip for my 12 year old son’s Birthday. Kids had a blast ! It was a nice relaxing day on the water. Dan and Tom did everything and more to put us on the fish. Highly recommended booking with Captain Dan! Can’t wait to do it again!
We booked a 5 hour trip for my 12 year old son’s Birthday. Kids had a blast ! It was a nice relaxing day on the water. Dan and...
Sep 14, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Fishing with Dan
Captain replied
Aug 24, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Fishing with Dan
Captain replied
Aug 17, 2024
Full Day Trip - Inshore
Perfect Day!!
Booked the 7 hour Striper Charter, We had an amazing trip everyone in our group of 6 caught 2-3 Stripers each plus a fun blue fish Bycatch. It was our groups first time fishing Boston harbor and were surprised how congested the fishing spots can get so the crew has their hands full. From past trips and from today the first 4-5 hours was close to non stop action but once’s the tides shifted the bite stopped entirely. If I was to book a trip again I would definitely consider the half day charter. My friends can’t wait to go again!
Booked the 7 hour Striper Charter, We had an amazing trip everyone in our group of 6 caught 2-3 Stripers each plus a fun blue...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (100)
+97Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Appropriate for children
88%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Recommend this charter
83%
Caught fish
66%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Gentlemen of the Sea
Half Day Trip (PM) on July 9, 2025
I (62) scheduled this trip for my son (32), my Son-in-law (38) and two grandsons (8 & 12). Being from Iowa, we are not “avid fishermen”. The crew was professional, helpful, courteous and most of all patient. My goal was to give these young men a “experience of a lifetime” that they could hold in their hearts forever. Capt. Dan and crew did everything they could to ensure that this happened. Mission Accomplished!!! The experience of being on a large boat, catching bait-fish (almost as big as anything we’ve caught before) and catching several large “stripped bass”. As “G’pa”, I received the honors of the BIGGEST fish!!! (too big to keep! LOL!) I highly recommend First Bite Charters for an experience of building memories for a lifetime with your family.
I (62) scheduled this trip for my son (32), my Son-in-law (38) and two grandsons (8 & 12). Being from Iowa, we are not “avid fishermen”. The crew was professional, helpful, courteous and most of all patient. My goal was to give these young men a “experience of a lifetime” that they could hold in their hearts forever. Capt. Dan and crew did everything they could to ensure that this happened. Mission Accomplished!!! The experience of being on a large boat, catching bait-fish (almost as big as...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 27, 2025
We booked a 5 hour trip for my 12 year old son’s Birthday. Kids had a blast ! It was a nice relaxing day on the water. Dan and Tom did everything and more to put us on the fish. Highly recommended booking with Captain Dan! Can’t wait to do it again!
We booked a 5 hour trip for my 12 year old son’s Birthday. Kids had a blast ! It was a nice relaxing day on the water. Dan and Tom did everything and more to put us on the fish. Highly recommended booking with Captain Dan! Can’t wait to do it again!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Dan
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 14, 2025
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Dan
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 24, 2025
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Perfect Day!!
Full Day Trip - Inshore on August 17, 2024
Booked the 7 hour Striper Charter, We had an amazing trip everyone in our group of 6 caught 2-3 Stripers each plus a fun blue fish Bycatch. It was our groups first time fishing Boston harbor and were surprised how congested the fishing spots can get so the crew has their hands full. From past trips and from today the first 4-5 hours was close to non stop action but once’s the tides shifted the bite stopped entirely. If I was to book a trip again I would definitely consider the half day charter. My friends can’t wait to go again!
Booked the 7 hour Striper Charter, We had an amazing trip everyone in our group of 6 caught 2-3 Stripers each plus a fun blue fish Bycatch. It was our groups first time fishing Boston harbor and were surprised how congested the fishing spots can get so the crew has their hands full. From past trips and from today the first 4-5 hours was close to non stop action but once’s the tides shifted the bite stopped entirely. If I was to book a trip again I would definitely consider the half day charter....
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