Everyone who has the itch to fish should give Codfather Charters a try. Join him for a fun day on the water out of Freeport NY on the south shore of Long Island.

Break your cabin fever and hop onboard the ‘Codfather’, a 32’ custom-built fishing machine. She is a spacious vessel with a single 350 HP Yanmar Diesel engine and plenty of room for up to 6 anglers.

The Codfather was built back in 1986 and overhauled in 2017. She is rigged with 3 modern GPS units, a fishfinder, a radar, and a couple of VHF radios, along with all the necessary safety equipment. The Codfather has a toilet onboard, as well as a livewell and an ice-box for the catch. All aboard!

Go for winter Tautog (Blackfish) and early Flounder. Head out for the likes of Mackerel and Striped Bass, chase Fluke north and go for Weakfish, Sharks, Porgy, and Black Seabass to name a few. Bottom fish over wrecks and reefs. The opportunities abound!

From heart-pumping top-water action battling Stripers and Blues over a flock of birds to a mixed bag of Porgies, Blackfish, and Seabass, there is a trip for you. Explore the inlets, bays, channels, and the mighty ocean in comfort and style.

All trips come with the use of quality gear, tackle, bait, lures, and fishing license. All fish caught will be cleaned by the first mate, who works for tips. The customary tip amount is 20% of the total trip price.

There is a $100 dollar surcharge due to the increase in fuel prices.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $500
    Enjoy an afternoon out on the water with all the necessary gear provided to tackle Porgy, Fluke, and other species.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $550
    On this trip, you will be able to get your hands on Porgy, Tautog, and other species that are in season and biting.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Blackfish/Seabass
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Dec 1
    US $850
    On this eight-hour trip, you will be going for Blackfish, Seabass, and Porgy. Everything will be provided but food and drinks.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $850
    On this trip, your targeted species will include Fluke, Flounder, Black Seabass, Mackerel, and many more.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Shark
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Jul 15
    US $950
    On this trip, you will be targeting the real water monsters – Sharks! Bring your desire to have fun, your patience, and fishing buddies and get ready to become a real hunter.
  • Private trip
    8 Huor Trip – Inshore Tuna
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $1,200
    This trip is only offered if Tuna comes inshore (within 20 miles), as was the case in 2021 from late July through mid-October.
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FAQs about Codfather Charters

Codfather Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip - Blackfish/Seabass (8 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Full Day Trip - Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $950 per group - Full Day Trip - Shark (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 8 Huor Trip – Inshore Tuna (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Codfather Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS 3 units
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Codfather Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License (20 % or greater gratuity for mate not included.)

Codfather Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Codfather Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Codfather Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Tautog

Meet the Captain

Michael Barnett
Freeport, New York, United States
ID & license verified
17 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since November 2017
"I've been fishing Long Island waters (commercially & recreationally) for over thirty-five years. I've had my USCG license since 1985 and I have been chartering ever since. We do all types of fishing from Shark fishing to targeting inshore species." For Captain Michael Barnett, fishing in a full-time job and his biggest passion. He especially enjoys seeing his clients catch fish and works hard to put them on top of the hottest bite.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Flounder Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Scup (Porgy) Scup (Porgy)

Boat specs

JC (Downeast) originally built in 1986, and restored in 2019. Powered by a 350HP Yanmar engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 18 knots.

Length
32 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
3 units
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Prepared in advance
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Fishing License
20 % or greater gratuity for mate not included.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

Listing policies

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
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 17 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Mike and Mate Dave
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Half Day trip with Capt. Mike and Dave.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
80%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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David G.
CHRISTIANSBRG, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Mike and Mate Dave

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 31, 2023
Excellent experience.  Captain Mike and Dave were most professional, courteous, and engaging.  Plus, they knew how to find...
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Steve M.
Freeport, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Capt. Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 17, 2022
Had a great half-day trip with Capt. Mike. He and his mate Dave worked hard to put us on fish and we came away with a...
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Diane N.
Lancaster, New York
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day trip with Capt. Mike and Dave.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on September 3, 2022
Dave was so hands on with us. No need to bait hook or take fish off hooks, Dave was there to help us the entire time.  We...
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Alexandria M.
East Meadow, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 23, 2022
Great trip.  Another one will be booked. Thanks for a great day
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Bruce W.
Hewitt, New Jersey
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
Crew
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A great day with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 8, 2020
We had a terrific 1/2 day trip with Captain Mike and his mate Gene.  Both were fun, genial and extremely knowledgeable and...
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