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Matt Marino
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Matt Marino

Gloucester, United States
Federal waters
10+ reviews
Captain Matt brings a lifetime of passion and expertise to every expedition. Growing up surrounded by the rich maritime culture of Gloucester, Matt developed an innate understanding of the local waters and the diverse fish species that inhabit them. With his intimate knowledge of the area's prime fishing spots and his dedication to providing unforgettable experiences, Matt ensures that each trip is tailored to the preferences and skill levels of his clients. Whether it's battling the mighty bluefin tuna offshore or casting for striped bass inshore. Matt's enthusiasm for fishing shines through, making every outing an adventure to remember. Beyond simply catching fish, Matt is committed to fostering a deep appreciation for the marine environment and conservation practices among his clients. His love for the sea and its inhabitants is evident in every aspect of his guiding, from his respectful handling of fish to his efforts to promote sustainable fishing practices.

Charter

Rating

4.8
23 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

All reviews (23)

Showing 1 – 5 of 23 reviews
  • Steve Negus
    Steve Negus
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Good trip

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) • 4 adults

    Our trip was a logistic success with on-time departure, well-equipped boat, and knowledgeable captain. We caught plenty of mackerel for bait early in the trip and marked several fish during the morning in a cove and later while trawling along a beach; however, we were able to hook only one striper. Falling tide during most of the morning may have contributed to low activity. So...good trip with boat/equipment/captain but not much action from the fish.

  • Christian Schubert
    Christian Schubert
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun late-season outing for son’s 12th birthday!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) • 4 adults • 2 children

    We went for a late-season 6 AM inshore halfday trip. While the stripers did bite but evaded getting reeled in, the kids caught mackerel aplenty. And any Atlantic sunrise on the water makes the boat ride alone worthwhile. Captain Matt was fantastic with the kids - they learned a lot. We will be back for sure!

    Reported catch:
    Atlantic Mackerel
  • Nicholas Drillis
    Nicholas Drillis
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    very solid captain and boat!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) • 6 adults

    been on a lot of charters, Matt keeps his boat immaculate. started the day on the mackerel right off the bat. only problem we had was finding fish small enough to keep.. which is a problem ill happily accept every time out.

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
    Atlantic Mackerel
  • Alec Dionne
    Alec Dionne
    us
    New Hampshire, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Will be back!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) • 6 adults

    Captain Matt was very friendly and knowledgeable. Although the bite was slow he worked hard to put us on the fish and was able to land a couple striped bass.

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
    Atlantic Mackerel
  • Christopher Salazar
    Christopher Salazar
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Fishing Charter Experience – Keeper Stripers and Spotless Boat!

    Full Day Trip – Inshore • 6 adults

    Location and parking were super easy and hassle-free. We started the trip by catching plenty of mackerel for bait. Despite a recent storm making striped bass harder to find, Captain Matt went above and beyond, even extending our trip. We caught multiple keeper striped bass, and he cleaned the fish for us. The boat and bathrooms were spotless. Overall, a 10/10 experience—would definitely book again and highly recommend Slack Tide Chart

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
    Atlantic Mackerel

Real catches shared by our community

  • Slack Tide Charters
    Slack Tide ChartersGloucester, MA
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large striped bass on a foggy day while fishing from a boat.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Nicholas D.
    Nicholas D.
    been on a lot of charters, Matt keeps his boat immaculate. started the day on the mackerel right off the bat. only problem we had was finding fish small enough to keep.. which is a problem ill happily accept every time out.
  • Slack Tide Charters
    Slack Tide ChartersGloucester, MA
    An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass aboard a modern fishing boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Robert A.
    Robert A.
    Matt has a spotless boat that is almost new and he keeps it in great shape. The stripers have been really slow this August, but Matt worked really hard to coax them to hit, we landed one nice 33” and missed some other swirls. He worked overtime to get results, great captain.
  • Slack Tide Charters
    Slack Tide ChartersGloucester, MA
    Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while on a boat, with a scenic waterfront in the background.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Christopher S.
    Christopher S.
    Location and parking were super easy and hassle-free. We started the trip by catching plenty of mackerel for bait. Despite a recent storm making striped bass harder to find, Captain Matt went above and beyond, even extending our trip. We caught multiple keeper striped bass, and he cleaned the fish for us. The boat and bathrooms were spotless. Overall, a 10/10 experience—would definitely book again and highly recommend Slack Tide Chart
  • Slack Tide Charters
    Slack Tide ChartersGloucester, MA
    Two anglers enjoying a day of fishing on a boat, with one actively reeling in a line while the other poses for the camera.
    Sean M.
    Sean M.
    This was one of the best overall fishing trip because all points were good - weather, fellow company, friends and of course Fish.
  • Slack Tide Charters
    Slack Tide ChartersGloucester, MA
    Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Mary K.
    Mary K.
    Captain Matt took us out for a Father’s Day trip that did not disappoint! We caught HUGE fish all day long! He was punctual, very skilled as a captain, paid attention to every detail to take care of us fishing, and was a great guy! This was our first trip but it won’t be our last! Thank you Matt!
  • Slack Tide Charters
    Slack Tide ChartersGloucester, MA
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat in clear waters.
    Megan M.
    Megan M.
    Captain Matt & the entire Slacktide crew are true professionals. Communication from booking onward was great! We started the day off quickly as his state of the art boat was able to get us to the deep sea fishing area in only about 25 min! In comparison, some other charters leaving the dock at the same time us arrived 30+ min after … this definitely made a huge difference as we were already baited by the time the other boats arrived and actually accidentally snagged a 200lb thresher shark within first 15 min of dropping our tuna lines! On other charters we have been on there was a lot of sit around and wait, on the slacktide captain Matt kept us entertained with catching bait throughout. When it was time for a rest the boat is so comfortable and actually can convert to a bed to lay down for a little ! This was amazing for a long day out on the water. There’s plenty of storage and cooler space as well ! On the way back we caught some solid size haddock that the captain filleted and packaged for us to take home - this was awesome !! There’s no better charter in Boston area than the Slacktide!!

What's biting with Slack Tide Charters in Gloucester

If you head far out, you can still get some Tunas, though their prime time is now behind us. You can also get Halibut, Winter Flounder, Cod, and Cusp.

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