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
(115 reviews)
Narragansett
 Last booking: 2 hours ago
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Trips from US $600

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Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 115 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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As Good As It Gets!
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Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Anne B.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day Out โ€” Caught loads of Fish

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island afternoon 6hr on June 7, 2025
John and Chris are real pros and know the area well.ย  Husband and adult sons had a bite after casting their rods in under...
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Gina S.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing Dayโ€™

VERIFIED   Afternoon inshore trip (pm) 4hrs on July 2, 2025
Captain John and First Mate Chris provided an excellent adventure. We caught several big blues and huge strippers. We had an...
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Thomas F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island morning 6hr on June 29, 2025
Had a great time fishing with JL Charters! Caught a lot of fish and had a wonderful experience. I would recommend 6 hour morning...
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Matthew A.
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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Family outing

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island afternoon 6hr on June 18, 2025
John and Chris gave us an amazing trip. We caught beautiful stripers and blues. Chris treated us to striper cheek sashimi which...
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Rebecca R.
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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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Morning inshore trip (am) 4 hrs on July 31, 2025
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