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
4.9 / 5
(15 reviews)
Berkeley
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Trips from US $250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fishing with Johnathan
Fishing with Johnathan
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
50%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Justin R.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   September 10, 2025
The charter operation canceled 6 days after the trip date.
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Kaitlyn R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Johnathan

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Halibut&Striper Combo on November 25, 2025
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Ivan V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Johnathan

VERIFIED   Special 10 hour trip for Ivan Villanueva on November 12, 2025
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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
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October fishing trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Halibut&Striper Combo on October 19, 2025
David H. recommends Amethyst Fishing Charters
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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
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October fishing trip

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