Captain
John Badger

Member since December 2019 Pittsburg, United States
Background
Captain John grew up in Rodeo, CA, and started commercial Halibut fishing in the 80s. He wanted to expand his business by taking other people fishing. Even though he charges people to fish, a genuine smile is the best tip for him and his crew! He believes that if he can make you happy, his job is complete.
Techniques
Captain John prides himself in being successful and knowledgeable about all the species he fishes for. He specializes in Halibut trolling, Halibut drifting with live bait, and Salmon trolling with a sinker release, as well as Seabass, Rock Cod, and Sturgeon fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain John Badger

Pittsburg, United States
Background
Captain John grew up in Rodeo, CA, and started commercial Halibut fishing in the 80s. He wanted to expand his business by taking other people fishing. Even though he charges people to fish, a genuine smile is the best tip for him and his crew! He believes that if he can make you happy, his job is complete.
Techniques
Captain John prides himself in being successful and knowledgeable about all the species he fishes for. He specializes in Halibut trolling, Halibut drifting with live bait, and Salmon trolling with a sinker release, as well as Seabass, Rock Cod, and Sturgeon fishing.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(15 reviews)
Pittsburg
trips from US $280
Richmond
trips from US $1,800
Richmond
trips from US $1,500

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 15 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
Half day trip with Capt John
Half day trip with Capt John
Fishing with John
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
80%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Michael B.
Elk Grove, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Halibut 5/20/2020

VERIFIED   Half Day Halibut โ€“ Private (AM) on May 20, 2020
The crew worked their asses off to get our limits of halibuts and stripers. Such a fun adventure, I would have gone every...
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Oakland, CA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Always a great time.

December 12, 2019
I have been fishing with John and John many times and Iโ€™m never disappointed. They run a clean comfortable boat that gets...
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Richard N.
San Leandro, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day of fishing

Full Day Sturgeon Trip โ€“ Shared on December 27, 2019
Well I tell you any one thatโ€™s been out before can tell you that u will get a full day of fishing with captain John he works...
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Jeremiah M.
Olivehurst, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip with Barbarian Sportfishing c

Full Day Sturgeon Trip โ€“ Shared on November 23, 2019
We had a great sturgeon trip with Barbarian Sportfishing. Caught 8 fish and learned a lot. Very friendly and courteous. I would...
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Mike F.
Sacramento, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great fishing Capt. for Sturgeon,Striper, Halibut, Seabass, Salmon.....

Full Day Sturgeon Trip โ€“ Shared on November 8, 2019
The Barbarian and crew work hard to make sure their people catch fish. John knows the water and targets whats biting all year...
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