Captain
James McSwigin

Member since January 2021 Montauk, United States
Background
Fishing has always been my passion and since I was a small boy during the summer I could always be found on the shoreline with a pole in my hand. Over the years, fishing has become more than just a passion for me. It's a way of life. I have fished all over the world from the coast of Africa and South America to our local waters here in the United States. I have always found fishing to be both challenging, rewarding, and a great relaxation. I have gathered a tremendous amount of knowledge over the years and still to this day. Now I can typically be found off Montauk Point teaching others and keeping the rods bent.
Techniques
I have many styles and techniques of fishing depending on the species. Trolling, Jigging, live bait, drifting and bottom fishing are some of the most popular. Offshore for tuna and Billfish I usually troll with outriggers and a 9 to 11 rod trolling pattern using both artificial and hand rigged baits.

Hey, I'm Captain James McSwigin

Montauk, United States
Background
Fishing has always been my passion and since I was a small boy during the summer I could always be found on the shoreline with a pole in my hand. Over the years, fishing has become more than just a passion for me. It's a way of life. I have fished all over the world from the coast of Africa and South America to our local waters here in the United States. I have always found fishing to be both challenging, rewarding, and a great relaxation. I have gathered a tremendous amount of knowledge over the years and still to this day. Now I can typically be found off Montauk Point teaching others and keeping the rods bent.
Techniques
I have many styles and techniques of fishing depending on the species. Trolling, Jigging, live bait, drifting and bottom fishing are some of the most popular. Offshore for tuna and Billfish I usually troll with outriggers and a 9 to 11 rod trolling pattern using both artificial and hand rigged baits.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(47 reviews)
Montauk
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 47 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (60)
A day to remember for ages
A day to remember for ages
Great trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
92%
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Robert I.
Montauk, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day With The Tailwrapped Charter

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 10, 2023
Fishing with Jim McSwigin and his mate Brian was a blast! There were five of us who were older males, a female, and young child....
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Trina G.
Sharon, Massachusetts
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
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Evening fishing charter with Captain Jim and Terry

VERIFIED   3 hour trip โ€“ Twilight Striped Bass on July 17, 2023
Captain Jim and Terry were wonderful.ย  The evening charter is perfect for families.ย  Our initial reservation needed to be...
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Natalya Z.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The best fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 HOUR TRIP (PM) on July 4, 2024
Our annual fishing trip with James was excellent as usual. Thanks a lot captain for your hospitality and professionalism!
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Jeannie M.
New York, New York
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish ON!!!

5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 8, 2021
I have been fishing with James(Sean) & Chris for years on the Alyssa Ann . I am so happy that James obtained his own fishing...
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Louis H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on May 11, 2024
Captain and mate were great. Great trip caught a lot of fish.
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