Captain
Dan McGivney

Member since April 2018 Point Pleasant Beach, United States
Background
I grew up in the New Jersey shore area and I have loved fishing since I was a kid. I have been fishing for more than 30 years in the waters of the Manasquan Inlet, and anywhere from New York to Cape May. Fishing tournaments are my passion, and I have participated in numerous local competitions. When it comes to the winnings, one of the most unforgettable ones was catching a 456 lb Mako Shark in Jersey Coast Shark Anglers (JCSA) Mako Tournament in 1995. I am also the president of Greater Point Pleasant Charter Boat Association, RFA, NJOA, and NACO, and a former president of Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. My goal is to make sure that both my guests and my crew have an amazing time while fishing together.
Techniques
I love all types of fishing and use various techniques. From bottom fishing, chumming, and trolling, to live lining, I'll do whatever it takes to put the fish in the box.

Hey, I'm Captain Dan McGivney

Point Pleasant Beach, United States
Background
I grew up in the New Jersey shore area and I have loved fishing since I was a kid. I have been fishing for more than 30 years in the waters of the Manasquan Inlet, and anywhere from New York to Cape May. Fishing tournaments are my passion, and I have participated in numerous local competitions. When it comes to the winnings, one of the most unforgettable ones was catching a 456 lb Mako Shark in Jersey Coast Shark Anglers (JCSA) Mako Tournament in 1995. I am also the president of Greater Point Pleasant Charter Boat Association, RFA, NJOA, and NACO, and a former president of Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. My goal is to make sure that both my guests and my crew have an amazing time while fishing together.
Techniques
I love all types of fishing and use various techniques. From bottom fishing, chumming, and trolling, to live lining, I'll do whatever it takes to put the fish in the box.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(203 reviews)
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Point Pleasant Beach
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 203 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Weather challenged, but Captain Dan got us on some fish
Weather challenged, but Captain Dan got us on some fish
November fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Matthew R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip on the Megan Beth

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Inshore on August 14, 2025
Captain Dan put my son and I on the fish and we had a great day catching bonito, fluke, and seabass. Looking forward to heading...
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Laura C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Experience

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Specials on July 5, 2025
Dan and Tim made this an excellent experience for our family.ย  They took the time to explain the types of fish we would be...
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Scott E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Weather challenged, but Captain Dan got us on some fish

VERIFIED   6 hour striper special on November 19, 2025
Weather forcasters were wrong!ย  But Captain Dan got us on a couple of catches.ย  Weโ€™re looking forward to the next trip...
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Jessie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 20, 2025
Celebrated my sonโ€™s 13th bday and they made it a great day. Would def book again
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John I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Lots of Action

VERIFIED   1/2 Day Specials on July 16, 2025
Captain Dan put us on fish right away.ย  My teen daughter said this was her favorite part of our summer vacation.ย  She had...
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