Captain

Jonathan Carey

Newburyport, United States

Federal waters

10+ reviews

In addition to being an experienced captain in my own right, I have mated for and learned from some of the best old time captains in the area. I bring to the table over 20 years experience fishing from Provincetown Cape Cod to the Gulf of Maine out to Georges Bank chasing Striped Bass to Bluefin Tuna and everything in between. For the last ten years, I have been a commercial Tuna and Bass fisherman. My experience covers commercial, charter, and head boat fishing. As a lifetime angler, I enjoy both fresh and saltwater fishing. My passion, however, is definitely saltwater. This transition occurred after my first experience catching a Bluefin Tuna....I can still hear that drag screaming!!! If you are a life long angler like myself or a begginer, let me share my love of the ocean and fishing with you and your group. I guarantee you will not only leave with a memorable experience but also new knowledge, and most likely some dinner! We are now offerong corporate charters on our 37' Duffy.

Charter

On The Side Charters

Newburyport

Trips from

US $525

Rating

5.0

24 reviews

5.0

Boat & Equipment

5.0

Captain & Crew

5.0

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (12)

All reviews (24)

Showing 1 – 5 of 24 reviews

Jason Niederkorn
Massachusetts, US
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Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
August fishing trip
3 Hour Trip – Evening Bass Fishing on August 24, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 children
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Response from Captain
August 25, 2026
was great having your family and friends on board I'm glad you had a positive experience!
Kyle Mckenna
Michigan, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
August fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Bass (Morning) on August 16, 2025 • 3 adults
Response from Captain
August 18, 2025
Was great having you guys on board and equally awesome we could prove not everything is bigger in Texas !
Robert Brewer
New York, US
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Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
3 hour trip with Captain Jon
3 Hour Trip – Evening Bass Fishing on August 3, 2022 • 4 adults • 2 children
Jon was a great guide and his knowledge of the local waters was greatly appreciated. My son in law, grandsons and I had a great time. Landed several good size fish in a short period of time. When a captain enjoys his Chosen profession as much as Jon does, it’s easy to please his party. Nice guy with a good boat. Happy sailing my friend, keep up the great work. I highly recommend a charter with On the side charters. 👍🏻😎🤙 Mr. Brewer
Response from Captain
August 5, 2022
Was a pleasure! The boys did great! Looking forward to next year! Safe travels!
Caleb Porter
Ohio, US
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Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Great time even without luck
4 Hour Trip – Bass (Afternoon) on September 30, 2023 • 6 adults
My group and I had an amazing time even though we had no luck at all. The Captain tried everything he could to get us at least something but even without catching anything my group just enjoyed the time with the Captain.
Ken Lafferty
Massachusetts, US
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Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Three Hour Weekly
3 Hour Trip – Evening Bass Fishing on August 2, 2023 • 4 adults • 2 children
Very good experience. Capt Jonathan accommodated us in a short notice booking. We managed to get on the fish and had a great time. Local and knowledgeable Capt from the immediate area. I would recommend this booking.
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