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.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(192 reviews)
Angler's choice
Point Pleasant Beach
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 192 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fishing with Dan
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Paul M.
Ossining, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

September fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 7, 2018
Good clean boat and knowledgeable, friendly captain and first mate made this a great trip.ย  Definitely recommend the Megan...
Paul M. recommends Megan Beth Sportfishing
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Steven C.
New York, New York
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Day Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Inshore on June 10, 2018
We had a great time and crew could not have been nicer, we got on fish right away. Great time was had by all.
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John S.
Rutherford, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full day inshore.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Inshore on September 30, 2018
Great trip, top-notch crew, terrific boat and a fun day for all. Highly recommend.
John S. recommends Megan Beth Sportfishing
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Rob C.
Millstone, NJ
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Dan

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Inshore on July 15, 2019
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Samantha S.
Hackettstown, NJ
Good
3.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Bad
2.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
Overall

8 Hour Inshore Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Inshore on May 22, 2021
Beware when booking an 8 hour Inshore fishing trip! Thought that was what we were booking and it ended up being a 13 mile off...
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