Kenzi Boats

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What anglers say

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  Clifford - Cip Traub

  

  Missouri, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  NEW

  BEST FISHING CHARTER EVER!!!

  Surf Fishing Adventure! on September 7, 2026 • 4 adults

  What a day!!! Capt. Ken was amazing, incredibly knowledgeable and helped us every step of the way. When we weren't getting bites he used his extensive knowledge, his on board technology and even reached out to other contacts on the water to help find us amazing fishing!!! EVERYONE in our party (including the kids) caught monster fish (King Salmon, Atlantic Salmon, Brown Trout and the biggest Steelhead any of us had ever seen!!!). Even with just what we kept (we threw back as much as we kept) we're still sharing Salmon and Trout with friends and neighbors. Capt Ken even went well past the end of our charter time to make sure that everyone went home having had the best fishing trip of their lives. I cannot recommend Capt. Ken (Kenzi Boats) highly enough. This is an experience that me, my son and his friend will never forget. BY FAR THE BEST FISHING CHARTER YOU WILL EVER GO ON!!! Don't second guess it, book the trip b/c you will not regret it!

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  Response from Captain

  September 8, 2026

  Cip, thank you so much for this incredible review! It was an absolute pleasure having you, Grant and Caden aboard. Watching each of you catch memorable fish and seeing the excitement throughout the day made the trip just as special for me. Your patience and positive attitude while we worked to locate the fish made all the difference. I truly appreciate your trust and recommendation, and I hope to welcome all three of you back aboard Kenzi Boats for another adventure!

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  Jordan Pettey

  

  New York, US

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  Member since 2026

  5.0

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  NEW

  Best trip ever!

  Surf Fishing Adventure! on September 5, 2026 • 3 adults

  Booked this trip for my boyfriend’s birthday and captain ken made it so special! The guys were able to catch the perch fish and he filet them! He was very informative during the booking process and provided great details.

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  Response from Captain

  September 6, 2026

  Thank you so much, Jasmine and Jordan! It was a pleasure helping make Jordan’s birthday special during their three-hour Irondequoit Bay fishing adventure. I’m glad the guys enjoyed plenty of action and landed some quality perch. I truly appreciate your kind words, recommendation, and fantastic photos. I’d be happy to welcome your group aboard again anytime! —Captain Ken

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  Quinn Masi

  Repeat angler

  

  Virginia, US

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  Member since 2024

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  2 trips

  5.0

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  Heyyyyyyy Chef, like the size of that King Mackerel?

  8HR-Offshore (AM) on June 18, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

  The legend Chef Strimple, Bellowed out from his chest, “man the bait lines, watch for schools of bait fish. Make sure you’re consistent when you’re into the fish. Don’t lose the momentum. If you want a CHANCE at that trophy fish, you have to catch what they like. You have to put in the work.” All I could think of in reply at that moment was, “Yes Chef”, I do want that fish, I do want my kids to see the process, I do want THAT chance at catching something awesome. These are the sounds when on a charter that I want to hear. Voices echoing over the waves movement. Lines dragging and planers diving. Teaching about what to look for, what to pay attention too.”how to fish in the environment you’re in. Chef Strimple is a man that if he was in the kitchen would have that title. He is a chef of his environment. I appreciate the time, energy, and genuine caring nature of his personality. He want you to catch, he wants you to be successful, but also be mindful. If you do than you will come back with one Hell of a fish story. Q, Gabe and I thank you Chef and I look forward to seeing you again.

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  Response from Captain

  July 1, 2025

  Thank you for your kind review Quinn. You guys were such an amazing group and I still can’t believe that 4 foot King mackerel!!!! Wowww:)

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  Keri Brackett

  Member since 2024

  5.0

  Kenzi Boats The Best Charter

  8 Hour Trip-Inshore/Near Shore (AM) on February 3, 2024

  We took a 6 hour charter with Kenzi Boats. We live in the area and knowingly chartered during the low season when fishing is certainly not at peak so our expectations were not to catch a lot of fish. Captain Ken is a thoughtful, knowledgeable and capable fishing guide. He showed up prepared to put us onto fish. To start the day off, we enjoyed the experience of casting to catch bait fish, which were kept in a live well on board the charter for fishing specific fish/locations. Captain Ken also provided an ample supply of live shrimp for baiting and catching Indian River and Atlantic coastal fish. All the gear and equipment necessary for success was provided by Captain Ken and aboard the boat and ready to begin fishing when we arrived. It was refreshing to have a trip that did not entail a ton of preparation beforehand. We simply brought snacks and water and showed up to fish and learn from the expert. Captain Ken shared a wealth of valuable information and life experience to help us cast and catch our own fish in various environments. He demonstrated various casting and catching techniques that allowed us a successful fishing trip that exceeded our expectations. It was a fun-filled day learning, catching, releasing and keeping the best fish for our freezer. We will book with Kenzi Boats for future charters, making Kenzi Boats and Captain Ken our go to charter provider. Thank You Again Captain Ken!

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  Frank Ziffer

  Repeat angler

  

  Maryland, US

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  Member since 2020

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  4 trips

  5.0

  Verified

  Kenzi Boats

  Irondequoit Bay on August 9, 2023 • 2 adults

  Took a four hour morning trip with Captain Ken, He is very friendly, professional, and experienced fisherman. Took my son and I off the beaten path, We started catching fish first thing when he stopped and turned on the trolling motor. He provided multiple rods some with Lures and some with floaters. We caught fish with both sets. I have been on numerous charters and have always heard about how they were biting yesterday. THIS will be one that he can talk about How they were biting. Highly Recommended and will use him again next time we are in the area. As a bonus we had a Manatee following the boat, and on the return trip to the dock, a couple of Dolphin Pods appeared and he stopped so we could take some Pictures and watch them.

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