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Eric Vargas
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Eric Vargas

Boston, United States
Federal waters
6 reviews
Operating a 27' Cobia Center console, Capt. Eric ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Boston, Massachusetts. The crew has you covered if you wish to try spinning, trolling, jigging, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Charter

Rating

5.0
6 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (6)

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  • Tim Burns
    Tim Burns
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2024
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great trip!

    5 Hour Trip – Striped Bass & Blues • 4 adults

    We had a blast. Captain Eric is great and we caught a bunch of slobs!

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
  • Sean Callinan
    Sean Callinan
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Must go with Jimmy Rig!

    5 Hour Trip – Striped Bass & Blues • 4 adults

    Eric was the most exceptional captain from start to finish. Always patient with my 13 yo Son, teaching him how to catch big Boston Striper bass. So fun! He made time for bluefin tuna too, and we even got to see a whale! Highly recommend Jimmy Rig charters, as Eric knows everything you need to know to catch big fish, and has top of the line equipment for you onboard. My wife and daughter enjoyed his very smooth comfortable cruising boat as well. Looking forward to our next charter when in Boston. Cheers.

    Reported catch:
    Bluefin Tuna
    Striped Bass
  • Dj Macleay
    Dj Macleay
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip!

    12 Hour Trip –Offshore Bluefin Tuna • 2 adults

    Eric, did a great job creating a fun environment and putting us on the fish. He was very knowledgeable about when and where to go to get a bite then he did a good job helping us fight the big fish as well. We caught a blue shark, a large bluefin tuna, and 3 sea bass in addition to countless bait fish.

    Reported catch:
    Bluefin Tuna
  • Tim Burns
    Tim Burns
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2024
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip

    5 Hour Trip – Striped Bass & Blues • 4 adults

    What a day! Huge fish, great captain!

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Striped Bass
  • Tim Burns
    Tim Burns
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2024
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    5 Hour Trip – Striped Bass & Blues • 3 adults

    In addition to great fishing, the Captain and First Mate were really cool to be around. The boat is awesome and they know what they are doing. They worked really hard to make our day, awesome.

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    Jimmy Rig ChartersBoston, MA
    Great trip!
    Tim B.
    Tim B.
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    Jimmy Rig ChartersBoston, MA
    Awesome trip
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    Tim B.
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    Jimmy Rig ChartersBoston, MA
    August fishing trip
    Robert F.
    Robert F.
  • Jimmy Rig Charters
    Jimmy Rig ChartersBoston, MA
    Great trip
    Tim B.
    Tim B.
  • Jimmy Rig Charters
    Jimmy Rig ChartersBoston, MA
    Great Trip!
    Dj M.
    Dj M.
  • Jimmy Rig Charters
    Jimmy Rig ChartersBoston, MA
    Must go with Jimmy Rig!
    Sean C.
    Sean C.

What's biting with Jimmy Rig Charters in Boston

The fall is in full swing, and fishing remains excellent. Bear in mind that species like Black Seabass and Haddock might have closed seasons in October, but bottom fish, Stripers, Tuna, and Sharks are still biting offshore.

Top catches for October

Fishing reports

On the Water Article | Bluefin Lessons f

Jun 9, 2026 • Boston
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A participant at the Bluefin Blowout event holds a large check for $162,000, celebrating a fishing competition win.

2025 Bluefin Blowout Champion

Jul 21, 2025 • Boston
Come catch a fish of a life time!
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Three anglers proudly displaying a large fish at night while aboard a center console boat, illuminated by underwater lights.

Tuna and striped bass fishing is on fire

Aug 4, 2024 • Boston
This week, our fishing adventures have been nothing short of spectacular! We've had the thrill of catching monster tuna on every commercial day, with impressive weights of 575, 555, and 520 pounds dressed. The excitement doesn't stop there - Boston Harbor has been teeming with striped bass, with multiple days of reeling in over 20 fish. Most of the fish are in the 20 - 40 pound range and are eating live bait, top water plugs and flies. Don't miss out on this incredible fishing opportunity - book now before my schedule fills up!
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A Cobia boat is seen in the marina, with fishermen preparing for a day on the water. The calm waters reflect the surrounding boats and greenery.

Bluefin Blowout Tournament and Bass Char

Jul 17, 2024 • Boston
Bluefin fishing is heating up. We caught two commercial fish last week at Stellwagen Bank and participated in the Bluefin Blowout. Striped Bass fishing remains great in Boston Harbor and the surrounding islands. The bunker are in thick and the bass are feeding on them on the top water.
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A shark is actively being reeled in during a deep-sea fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of sport fishing.

Striped bass fishing is on fire in Bosto

Jul 1, 2024 • Boston
Last week, I had the pleasure of guiding several fishing charters in Boston Harbor, and it was an absolute blast! Our guests were thrilled to reel in over 10 fish on each trip, making for some unforgettable memories on the water. We used a variety of techniques to hook the fish, including live bait, plugs, fly fishing, and trolling. The live bait proved to be a crowd favorite, attracting a diverse range of species and keeping our guests on their toes. The skill and precision required for fly fishing added an extra level of excitement to the trips, while trolling allowed us to cover more ground and target larger fish in deeper waters. Each charter was filled with action-packed moments and plenty of laughs shared among our group. It was truly a pleasure to see the smiles on our guests' faces as they reeled in their catches and enjoyed the beauty of Boston Harbor. I can't wait to welcome more anglers aboard for another incredible fishing adventure in the near future!
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