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
4.9 / 5
(106 reviews)
Narragansett
 Last booking: 4 days ago
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Trips from US $600

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 106 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Mary M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect trip for teens

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island morning 6hr on June 8, 2025
We had so much fun for my sonโ€™s birthday and came back with quite the haul. We will definitely be back again!
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Todd B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great Fishing and Scenic Views

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island (PM) trip on August 11, 2024
Half day Block Island trip was fantastic.ย  Capt. John knew where the fish were and provided a great overview of the features...
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Daniel R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Rough front but great trip

VERIFIED   Inshore Trip (AM) on July 29, 2024
A strong storm was at its end . Little bit of a chop. Captain John did his very best to kee us steady. Lots of sea bass and...
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Sherman S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great morning

VERIFIED   Classic Block Island (AM) trip. on July 26, 2024
Our group of 5, including 2 13 year olds had a great time and caught lots of fish. We limited out on sea bass, caught one striped,...
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Michael M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great charter

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip โ€“ Block Island bottom on October 12, 2024
John and Chris are amazing guys who know a lot about fishing and charters. This was my first time and learned a ton from these...
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