Captain
Johnathan Russo

Member since May 2025 Berkeley, United States
Background
Capt. Johnathan is experienced in navigating the waters of Berkeley, California and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Halibut and Striped Bass and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, drifting, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Hey, I'm Captain Johnathan Russo

Berkeley, United States
Background
Capt. Johnathan is experienced in navigating the waters of Berkeley, California and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. This area is known for Halibut and Striped Bass and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, drifting, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
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Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Amethyst Fishing Charters

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(11 reviews)
Berkeley
 Last booking: 3 hours ago
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Trips from US $200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (10)
Best father son fishing trip!
Best father son fishing trip!
Best father son fishing trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
82%
Appropriate for children
60%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Venny M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

We had a blast.

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Halibut&Striper Combo on July 7, 2025
Thanks Captain J and Crew for making this trip memorable and exciting. Took my 8 year old on his birthday and I must say he...
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Steven B.
San Francisco, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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AWESOME FISHING TRIP! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

8 Hour Trip โ€“ Halibut&Striper Combo on May 4, 2025
We had an amazing fishing trip on Amethyst Fishing Charters. Captain J is very professional and knowledgeable. Captain works...
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David S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best father son fishing trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Trip โ€“ Halibut&Striper Combo on October 12, 2025
Very awesome captain and 1st mate! Great all around!
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David H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Trip โ€“ Halibut&Striper Combo on October 19, 2025
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Jeff L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Trip โ€“ Halibut&Striper Combo on October 5, 2025
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