Charter Operator
Agawam Boat & Fishing Charters

Member since April 2019 Essex, United States
Background
Captain Ted Marshall is the founder and owner of Agawam Boat & Fishing Charters. His love for the ocean began at a young age when he was only 8 years old. He became friends with a retired sea captain who taught him everything he knows about the environment and ecology of the ocean. During this time, he learned how to clam, lobster, and fish for many other species which led to a lifelong appreciation for all aquatic life. Capt. Ted eventually went on to receive a B.S. in Geology, Environmental, and Marine Sciences, and in 1992 he finally earned his master mariner's documents. Since then, Capt. Ted has worked on a number of boats, held the title of shipmaster for many operators, and began running Agawam Boat & Fishing Charters in 1995. Capt. Ted also trains owners in boat operations and performs yacht deliveries regularly. With his breadth of knowledge and kind spirit, Capt. Ted will show you a good time and put you on some incredible fish!
Techniques
Captain Ted Marshall has seen it and done it all, including ice fishing, inland sportfishing, and offshore fishing for Shark and giant Tuna. He likes to use whatever technique works best at any given point in time. As the fly fishermen say, 'you have to match the hatch!' Capt. Ted also prefers using gear that gives an equal fighting chance to both the fish and the angler, ensuring the biggest challenge and most excitement!

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Essex, United States
Background
Captain Ted Marshall is the founder and owner of Agawam Boat & Fishing Charters. His love for the ocean began at a young age when he was only 8 years old. He became friends with a retired sea captain who taught him everything he knows about the environment and ecology of the ocean. During this time, he learned how to clam, lobster, and fish for many other species which led to a lifelong appreciation for all aquatic life. Capt. Ted eventually went on to receive a B.S. in Geology, Environmental, and Marine Sciences, and in 1992 he finally earned his master mariner's documents. Since then, Capt. Ted has worked on a number of boats, held the title of shipmaster for many operators, and began running Agawam Boat & Fishing Charters in 1995. Capt. Ted also trains owners in boat operations and performs yacht deliveries regularly. With his breadth of knowledge and kind spirit, Capt. Ted will show you a good time and put you on some incredible fish!
Techniques
Captain Ted Marshall has seen it and done it all, including ice fishing, inland sportfishing, and offshore fishing for Shark and giant Tuna. He likes to use whatever technique works best at any given point in time. As the fly fishermen say, 'you have to match the hatch!' Capt. Ted also prefers using gear that gives an equal fighting chance to both the fish and the angler, ensuring the biggest challenge and most excitement!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(83 reviews)
Essex
Trips from US $250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 83 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (72)
Great Day Out on the River!
Great Day Out on the River!
Great Day Out on the River!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Matthew M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Sunny day

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Ipswich Fishing on June 19, 2026
We didnโ€™t catch anything but not for the lack of trying.ย  We had a good time with Captain Ted.
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Cathy H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We loved it!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ Lobster Fishing on June 11, 2026
We did not catch any lobster, but that didnt matter. We had an incredible morning exploring the waters. The kids loved pulling...
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Marques M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day Out!

VERIFIED   Half Day โ€“ Fishing & Sightseeing on September 21, 2025
Thanks Captain Ted! Awesome day with kids. Captain was great with the kids and knew all the good spots. Several keepers and...
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Shaun S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Captain; quality boat.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Cape Ann Adventure on July 31, 2025
Captain Ted made a poor weather day fun and enjoyable for our party of five.ย  We were on fish and would do it again even with...
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Tom S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip highly recommend

VERIFIED   Half Day โ€“ Fishing & Sightseeing on June 8, 2024
We had a great time with Captain Ted and Charlie. We caught a bunch of mackerel and striped bass on our 5-hour trip. They were...
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