Captain
Steve Weed

Member since August 2019 Long Beach, United States
Background
I've been around boats my entire life and love being out on the water. With that said, fishing is just another way to enjoy boating and also to watch folks having fun at the same time. I've been a volunteer for the US Coast Guard for 10 plus years and have held several maritime qualifications. This gave me many opportunities to be on the water with my fellow auxiliary volunteers and also to acquire sea time. I've had my Master Maritime Credentials since 2009 starting with a 50 GRT and upgraded currently to a 100 GRT. I've spent several years taking my friends out fishing and now I'm ready to start a new career where I can utilize my skills as a captain and a fisherman and put smiles on people's faces and fish in their bags.
Techniques
Here in southern California at the start of the fishing season in April-May, we normally target White Seabass, and assorted other species fishing them with live bait and plastic lures. As the season progresses in June-July, the Sand Bass spawning season starts. Whether fly lining or bottom fishing, it's hard to keep these fish off your hooks. August-September, we focus on the Tuna, Yellowtail and other exotic species, we target these fish by trolling and using our sonar and watching for bird activity on the water. We will also at times include kite fishing targeting the giant Bluefin that come through every year. Throughout the winter months until end of the season, we will target Rockfish which in my opinion are some great tasting fish, we will find bottom structures and either drift fish over it or anchor up on it.

Hey, I'm Captain Steve Weed

Long Beach, United States
Background
I've been around boats my entire life and love being out on the water. With that said, fishing is just another way to enjoy boating and also to watch folks having fun at the same time. I've been a volunteer for the US Coast Guard for 10 plus years and have held several maritime qualifications. This gave me many opportunities to be on the water with my fellow auxiliary volunteers and also to acquire sea time. I've had my Master Maritime Credentials since 2009 starting with a 50 GRT and upgraded currently to a 100 GRT. I've spent several years taking my friends out fishing and now I'm ready to start a new career where I can utilize my skills as a captain and a fisherman and put smiles on people's faces and fish in their bags.
Techniques
Here in southern California at the start of the fishing season in April-May, we normally target White Seabass, and assorted other species fishing them with live bait and plastic lures. As the season progresses in June-July, the Sand Bass spawning season starts. Whether fly lining or bottom fishing, it's hard to keep these fish off your hooks. August-September, we focus on the Tuna, Yellowtail and other exotic species, we target these fish by trolling and using our sonar and watching for bird activity on the water. We will also at times include kite fishing targeting the giant Bluefin that come through every year. Throughout the winter months until end of the season, we will target Rockfish which in my opinion are some great tasting fish, we will find bottom structures and either drift fish over it or anchor up on it.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(41 reviews)
Long Beach
Trips from US $1,100

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
85%
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Robert G.
Old Bridge, New Jersey
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Full day

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on November 26, 2022
Crew was very helpful and personable. They helped out the kids on the boat and kept moving boat to new locations to keep us...
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Brian S.
Claremont, CA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Couldnโ€™t have asked for a nicer day

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on October 24, 2021
Crew was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The captain made every effort possible for a very enjoyable trip. Kid friendly...
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Gary L.
Redondo Beach, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

November fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Special Offer on November 21, 2021
Great trip!
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Joey P.
Laguna Beach, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Steve

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip โ€“ Catalina Island on August 14, 2021
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Scott G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on May 15, 2021
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