Captain
Vinnie Calabro

Member since December 2017 New York City, United States
Background
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.

Hey, I'm Captain Vinnie Calabro

New York City, United States
Background
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.
131
Reviews
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Fishing Reports

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Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Karen Ann Charters โ€“ 30

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(56 reviews)
New York City
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Karen Ann Charters โ€“ Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(3 reviews)
New York City
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 131 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (158)
Excellent Trip
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Captain Vinny is a treasure
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
82%
Appropriate for children
83%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
96%
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Peter B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Doubling Up

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Shared (PM) on September 25, 2024
Second trip with Vinnie, this time fly fishing. Great time again.ย  Lots of fish at the start of the session, with โ€œtwo fish...
Peter B. recommends Karen Ann Charters Light Tackle 50yrs exp.
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Yuntong L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Advance Notice on October 6, 2024
One of the best fishing trip we had. Fishes r delicious
Yuntong L. recommends Karen Ann Charters โ€“ 30
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Peter B.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great afternoon out

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Per Person on September 19, 2024
What an afternoon, fish first cast.ย  Vinnie certainly knows the area and the most effective methods.ย  Taught me quite alot,...
Peter B. recommends Karen Ann Charters โ€“ 30
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Luke R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Vinnie is the best Captain in NYC

VERIFIED   Full Day on September 29, 2024
Luke R. recommends Karen Ann Charters โ€“ Trophy Fishing NY/NJ/NYC
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Andrew G.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip, Highly Recommend

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Per Person on April 19, 2025
The captain and first mate are fantastic. They know a ton of great spots and try hard to help you catch fish. Highly recommend.
Andrew G. recommends Karen Ann Charters โ€“ 30
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