Captain
Frank Wagenhoffer

Member since March 2018 South Amboy, United States
Background
Captain Frank has been fishing Raritan Bay from the age of 10. He has been a charter boat captain for the last 19 years and has fished from Cape Cod, MA to Virginia Beach, VA on the ASA and FLW Striper Tournament trails. He is still an active tournament fisherman, most recently winning the 2017 & 2018 LBI Cup Grand Championship Award back to back and winning 7 out of 9 tournaments entered in 2018. This is a testament to his passion, skill, and ability, which he puts to work on every trip he runs. Captan Frank publishes his weekly report in The Fisherman Magazine Highlands, NJ section. In the off season Captain Frank gives seminars and “How To” work shops on fishing strategies and techniques at industry Fishing/Trade and Boat shows.
Techniques
We run top of the line Tournament Rigged performance boats like out 36’ Contender "Fish Around". We are NOT your run of the mill charter boat that runs 5 miles from the dock just to drop anchor and hope to clam up a few fish. We specialize in many different proven techniques that clearly separate us from the rest of the boats. This equates to us giving you the most memorable experience for your time spent on the water from the moment we leave the dock!

Hey, I'm Captain Frank Wagenhoffer

South Amboy, United States
Background
Captain Frank has been fishing Raritan Bay from the age of 10. He has been a charter boat captain for the last 19 years and has fished from Cape Cod, MA to Virginia Beach, VA on the ASA and FLW Striper Tournament trails. He is still an active tournament fisherman, most recently winning the 2017 & 2018 LBI Cup Grand Championship Award back to back and winning 7 out of 9 tournaments entered in 2018. This is a testament to his passion, skill, and ability, which he puts to work on every trip he runs. Captan Frank publishes his weekly report in The Fisherman Magazine Highlands, NJ section. In the off season Captain Frank gives seminars and “How To” work shops on fishing strategies and techniques at industry Fishing/Trade and Boat shows.
Techniques
We run top of the line Tournament Rigged performance boats like out 36’ Contender "Fish Around". We are NOT your run of the mill charter boat that runs 5 miles from the dock just to drop anchor and hope to clam up a few fish. We specialize in many different proven techniques that clearly separate us from the rest of the boats. This equates to us giving you the most memorable experience for your time spent on the water from the moment we leave the dock!

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(27 reviews)
South Amboy
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Trips from US $850
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(38 reviews)
Point Pleasant Beach
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Trips from US $900

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 65 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Fin Chasers Point Pleasant - Not just a top sportfishing outfit - Family friendly charters too!
Fin Chasers Point Pleasant - Not just a top sportfishing outfit - Family friendly charters too!
Fin Chasers Point Pleasant - Not just a top sportfishing outfit - Family friendly charters too!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Curt M.
Hunlock, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hr AM Inshore-Raritan Bay

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM) on April 19, 2021
Frank worked hard to find fish and was very knowledgeable.
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Daniel W.
Warrington, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Striper fishing with captain Frank and first mate Anthony

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM) on December 20, 2020
These guys were great and knew their stuff. Boat and gear were all fantastic. Went in late December and they were still able...
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June L.
Chester, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The best birthday fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip - Inshore (PM) on September 6, 2020
Captain Frank and Dave made an amazing trip for my sonโ€™s 9th birthday.ย  My son landed 36 fish and had said this was the...
June L. recommends Fin Chaser Sportfishing โ€“ Raritan Bay
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Brett R.
Cassville, New Jersey
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip - Inshore (PM) on August 10, 2020
Capt Frank and First Mate Dave made our trip!ย  Extensive knowledge of how to get the most out of our time fishing.ย  Great...
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Richard L.
Bethlehem, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day Tuna Trip

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip - Offshore (4 Guests) on July 23, 2020
We caught fish all day long. All 3 of us went home with a Blue Fin and a Yellow Fin tuna.ย  The crew is the best. Went striper...
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