Captain
Jack Fairburn

Member since August 2017 Old Lyme, United States
Background
I have been boating and fishing on the eastern end of Long Island Sound over 30 years. Having summers off from my teaching job has allowed me to experience the quiet waters during weekdays without most of the weekend amateurs.
Techniques
Live-lining bunker has produced awesome results with striped bass. When the Bunker migrate in as the water warms, 'snagging' a few of these live 10' baitfish usually takes only a little while. Sunrise is when the stripers are most active. Casting surface poppers near structure can be quite exciting as well. Bottom fishing for Scup and Black Sea bass often produces an interesting bi-catch of Sea Robbins, Sand Sharks and Fluke.

Hey, I'm Captain Jack Fairburn

Old Lyme, United States
Background
I have been boating and fishing on the eastern end of Long Island Sound over 30 years. Having summers off from my teaching job has allowed me to experience the quiet waters during weekdays without most of the weekend amateurs.
Techniques
Live-lining bunker has produced awesome results with striped bass. When the Bunker migrate in as the water warms, 'snagging' a few of these live 10' baitfish usually takes only a little while. Sunrise is when the stripers are most active. Casting surface poppers near structure can be quite exciting as well. Bottom fishing for Scup and Black Sea bass often produces an interesting bi-catch of Sea Robbins, Sand Sharks and Fluke.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(90 reviews)
Old Lyme
Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 90 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (68)
Exactly what we were going for!
Exactly what we were going for!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
85%
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Bill H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing Day Fishing!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip - Weekdays (AM) on August 4, 2026
Captain Jack is absolutely amazing! He is knowledgeable about the area, the sea and fishing. Itโ€™s obvious he truly...
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Teri B.
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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Exactly what we were going for!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip - Weekdays (AM) on August 18, 2026
We wanted a fun and relaxing day on the water with a more personal experience and Captain Jack did not disappoint! He was personable,...
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Jonathan S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great fishing trip! Would do again

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip - Weekdays (AM) on August 11, 2026
Captain Jack knew exactly where to find the fish! He did a great job with the equipment and the bait.ย  We caught plenty of...
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Eva D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Our first time

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip - Weekdays (AM) on June 29, 2026
It was my kids and my first time going, captain Jack was amazing so kind and welcome very nice man to be around. He made sure...
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Douglas R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best trip ever!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Trip - Weekend & Holidays on August 8, 2026
we enjoyed Capt. Jack. The trip was fruitful, as we all caught fish. Great experience.
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