Captain
John Lee

Member since June 2022 Narragansett, United States
Background
Captain John has been fishing his whole life – and like a kid, he has never lost his sense of wonder about the sea. In college, he studied Fisheries Science at the University of Rhode Island. For many years he was a commercial fisherman, catching everything from Swordfish to Squid, often a hundred miles from land. Lately, Captain John prefers being closer to home, targeting the fish he loves on short trips. Aside from his 31' JC fishing boat, he also captains a pilot boat, which brings pilots to and from large tankers, freighters, and chemical carriers. It's year-round work and has sharpened his skill as a boat captain. The captain also is a writer and photographer. For two decades he has published stories in many fishing magazines, including On the Water, The Fisherman Magazine, Sport Fishing Magazine, Anglers Journal, Soundings, and National Fisherman. Captain John has made videos on commercial fishing for the Commercial Fishing Center of Rhode Island.
Techniques
Captain John likes all kinds of fishing but especially drift fishing with jigs and bait. He likes active fishing, standing up with the rod. He loves catching fish for the dinner table, and takes pride in caring for the catch.

Hey, I'm Captain John Lee

Narragansett, United States
Background
Captain John has been fishing his whole life – and like a kid, he has never lost his sense of wonder about the sea. In college, he studied Fisheries Science at the University of Rhode Island. For many years he was a commercial fisherman, catching everything from Swordfish to Squid, often a hundred miles from land. Lately, Captain John prefers being closer to home, targeting the fish he loves on short trips. Aside from his 31' JC fishing boat, he also captains a pilot boat, which brings pilots to and from large tankers, freighters, and chemical carriers. It's year-round work and has sharpened his skill as a boat captain. The captain also is a writer and photographer. For two decades he has published stories in many fishing magazines, including On the Water, The Fisherman Magazine, Sport Fishing Magazine, Anglers Journal, Soundings, and National Fisherman. Captain John has made videos on commercial fishing for the Commercial Fishing Center of Rhode Island.
Techniques
Captain John likes all kinds of fishing but especially drift fishing with jigs and bait. He likes active fishing, standing up with the rod. He loves catching fish for the dinner table, and takes pride in caring for the catch.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(129 reviews)
Narragansett
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Trips from US $600

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Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 129 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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One of the best Tog experiences!
One of the best Tog experiences!
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Nelson Y.
Excellent
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One of the best Tog experiences!

VERIFIED   NEW  Fall Blackfish on October 11, 2025
Captain John Lee and his deckhand Chris are amazing! Planned an annual Tog fishing trip with the guys in RI and booked with...
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Jay B.
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Charter Experience off Point Judith

VERIFIED   Morning inshore trip (am) 4 hrs on July 25, 2025
Captain John and Chris were both phenomenal! We wanted to catch to eat and they ensured we went to the best locations to bring...
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Nicholas B.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience for everyone

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island morning 6hr on July 28, 2025
Booked a charter with captain John for a work outing with my 2 guys and brought my son along with us.ย  John and mate Chris...
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Karen H.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Most Memorable Birthday Date of All Time

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island afternoon 6hr on July 9, 2025
I always take my grandchildren on a special date for their birthdays instead of giving them a gift. This was a 3-way combination...
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James B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Charter with Great Crew!

VERIFIED   Morning inshore trip (am) 4 hrs on July 2, 2025
Our family of four thoroughly enjoyed our four-hour charter with John and Chris, who work exceptionally well together and have...
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