Captain
David Bartels

Member since March 2017 Quincy, United States
Background
I've been working in the pleasure boating marine industry for almost 20 years. I've worked alongside some of the best fishermen, captains, and mechanics around Boston Harbor. While working a number of captain's boats, I learned a lot of tips and techniques. While talking to, working and fishing with these captains, I developed a love for the sport and a want to share this with others. Every day out on the water is a new experience and the scenic views and skyline of city of Boston from the water is amazing!
Techniques
When we go flounder fishing we will either anchor at a spot or drift over several. Live worm bait works best. When we go striper fishing we will troll some hot spots with artificial baits, use the tube and worm technique, or use live bait. Mackerel and pogies are fun to catch and more fun to use to catch big stripers! I offer light tackle fishing which means people of all ages and abilities can learn to fish. No experience necessary!

Hey, I'm Captain David Bartels

Quincy, United States
Background
I've been working in the pleasure boating marine industry for almost 20 years. I've worked alongside some of the best fishermen, captains, and mechanics around Boston Harbor. While working a number of captain's boats, I learned a lot of tips and techniques. While talking to, working and fishing with these captains, I developed a love for the sport and a want to share this with others. Every day out on the water is a new experience and the scenic views and skyline of city of Boston from the water is amazing!
Techniques
When we go flounder fishing we will either anchor at a spot or drift over several. Live worm bait works best. When we go striper fishing we will troll some hot spots with artificial baits, use the tube and worm technique, or use live bait. Mackerel and pogies are fun to catch and more fun to use to catch big stripers! I offer light tackle fishing which means people of all ages and abilities can learn to fish. No experience necessary!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(20 reviews)
Quincy
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trips from US $400

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 20 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (26)
4 HR Tour with Captain Dave
Half Day Fishing Trip with Captain David Bartels
Half Day Fishing Trip with Captain David Bartels
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
81%
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Malcolm B.
Ashland, Massachusetts
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 HR Tour with Captain Dave

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Striped Bass Charter on August 5, 2023
Captain Dave takes care of everything. Makes you feel at ease and like youโ€™re on the water with one your friends. His knowledge...
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Xiang L.
Hartford, CT
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Striped Bass Charter on June 25, 2023
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George D.
Fruitland Park, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Fishing Trip with Captain David Bartels

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Striped Bass Charter on August 7, 2022
I fish a lot and am a member of a boating club. This was one of the funnest fishing experiences Iโ€™ve had. Capt Dave was awesome...
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Jayme H.
Grand Rapids, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bass & Flounder Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Flounder/Bass Combo on June 25, 2022
We had a great day fishing with Captain David & would certainly recommend this trip to anyone else! He was very knowledgeable...
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Brandon O.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Morning with Ajax and Captain Dave

VERIFIED   4 Hours Flounder Charter - AM on July 9, 2022
We had a great time on a 4 hour outing with Captain Dave. We got some nice big striped bass, and had a blast. Captain Dave...
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