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We caught Yellowtail Tuna, Calico Bass, and Bonito because of Captain Bruce's expertise. He worked tirelessly to make sure we went home with fish and sportfishing memories.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We caught Yellowtail Tuna, Calico Bass, and Bonito because of Captain Bruce's expertise. He worked tirelessly to make sure we went home with fish and sportfishing memories.
Into The Depths Sportfishing – 24'
Into The Depths Sportfishing – 24'
We had a great day, caught lots of fish and good company. We spent a week in Oceanside and fishing was the highlight of our visit,…. according to our grandson. But then he did catch a shark. So much fun.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had a great day, caught lots of fish and good company. We spent a week in Oceanside and fishing was the highlight of our visit,…. according to our grandson. But then he did catch a shark. So much fun.
Fish Taxi Sportfishing
Fish Taxi Sportfishing
We took Bovine the night before so that it was in our system when we got on the boat in the mornibg. we also took ginger chews, real ginger ale and some saltine crackers all to keep the sea sickness at bay… and it worked for us!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We took Bovine the night before so that it was in our system when we got on the boat in the mornibg. we also took ginger chews, real ginger ale and some saltine crackers all to keep the sea sickness at bay… and it worked for us!
Boundless Boat Charters
Boundless Boat Charters
Have your motion sickness pills!! The waves can make it a little rough...otherwise it was amazing!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Have your motion sickness pills!! The waves can make it a little rough...otherwise it was amazing!!
Fish Taxi Sportfishing
Fish Taxi Sportfishing
Captain Cruz was great. Helped everyone especially the kids have a memorable experience.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain Cruz was great. Helped everyone especially the kids have a memorable experience.
Boundless Boat Charters
Boundless Boat Charters
relax enjoy your captain and enjoy your trip and catch some fish and you can’t ask for more than that
Excellent
5.0 / 5
relax enjoy your captain and enjoy your trip and catch some fish and you can’t ask for more than that
Pelican Sportfishing
Pelican Sportfishing
Study the type of fish, and the season at Clearlake, ask ahead regarding how the species you're targeting is doing and have balanced expectations, but go for the fun of it, and to be outside with the potential of catching decent fish! March can be tougher for quantity of bass, but does still have potential of large fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Study the type of fish, and the season at Clearlake, ask ahead regarding how the species you're targeting is doing and have balanced expectations, but go for the fun of it, and to be outside with the potential of catching decent fish! March can be tougher for quantity of bass, but does still have potential of large fish!
Mark Crutcher Fishing
Mark Crutcher Fishing
Best to get your licence the day before in the event there is a large group going out in the morning. Also, if going to Mexican waters...bring passport, opens up more fishing water then not having it.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Best to get your licence the day before in the event there is a large group going out in the morning. Also, if going to Mexican waters...bring passport, opens up more fishing water then not having it.
Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters
Fin Runner Sportfishing Charters
Would recommend to all ages a d abilities. We fish a lot in Wyoming but it was great time. cool fish and great Capt
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Would recommend to all ages a d abilities. We fish a lot in Wyoming but it was great time. cool fish and great Capt
Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing
Silva Scales n' Tales Sportfishing
know if youre able to idle in rougher seas without getting sea sink. we have 4 kids and two didnt do well and our captian was on it with solutions. ultimately we had to head back into the bay which was great that he knew to do this. in the bay all the boys felt great and they kept on fishing. ?
Excellent
5.0 / 5
know if youre able to idle in rougher seas without getting sea sink. we have 4 kids and two didnt do well and our captian was on it with solutions. ultimately we had to head back into the bay which was great that he knew to do this. in the bay all the boys felt great and they kept on fishing. ?
San Diego Charters
San Diego Charters
Great boat, Captain and Crew second time with this outfit highly recommend!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great boat, Captain and Crew second time with this outfit highly recommend!
Fishing Charters Of San Diego
Fishing Charters Of San Diego
Fi shing is very seasonal here do your research so you know what to expect because it changes month to month
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fi shing is very seasonal here do your research so you know what to expect because it changes month to month
Fish Taxi Sportfishing
Fish Taxi Sportfishing
Shark fishing is lower sucess but more fun to catch when you do. Maybe not the best choice for young anglers.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Shark fishing is lower sucess but more fun to catch when you do. Maybe not the best choice for young anglers.
Shark Fishing San Diego
Shark Fishing San Diego
If you are fishing San Diego in February, be realistic. February is good for certain fish, and not good for others. Just talk to your Captain and find out what's biting before you go out. They will be honest and they do an awesome job putting you on fish, but don't expect to catch a bluefin nearshore in February. We had an awesome trip because the communication was awesome, and our Captain knew exactly where to go for us to catch some eaters.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you are fishing San Diego in February, be realistic. February is good for certain fish, and not good for others. Just talk to your Captain and find out what's biting before you go out. They will be honest and they do an awesome job putting you on fish, but don't expect to catch a bluefin nearshore in February. We had an awesome trip because the communication was awesome, and our Captain knew exactly where to go for us to catch some eaters.
Boundless Boat Charters
Boundless Boat Charters
The fish arent biting as much during colder months so keep that in mind when choosing a date.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The fish arent biting as much during colder months so keep that in mind when choosing a date.
LEAHKLEA Sportfishing
LEAHKLEA Sportfishing
we got lucky with beautiful weather. only thing we would’ve done had we known, is come during other months as Roger explained that other fish are allowable in different months. we were more than satisfied with what we caught
Excellent
5.0 / 5
we got lucky with beautiful weather. only thing we would’ve done had we known, is come during other months as Roger explained that other fish are allowable in different months. we were more than satisfied with what we caught
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
ROGEZAC Sportfishing
Had a bit of fog in the morning but had a great time nonetheless - recommend wearing layers and waterproof boots
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Had a bit of fog in the morning but had a great time nonetheless - recommend wearing layers and waterproof boots
fishSFbay
fishSFbay
Dress for cold in the morning even if it's supposed to be a warm day. It's cold in the fog.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Dress for cold in the morning even if it's supposed to be a warm day. It's cold in the fog.
fishSFbay
fishSFbay
Captain Zeek was great accommodating new to fishing guests on his boat. Had a great day on the water. Highly recommend.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain Zeek was great accommodating new to fishing guests on his boat. Had a great day on the water. Highly recommend.
Boundless Boat Charters
Boundless Boat Charters
really depends on what you’re looking for. If you’re coming just to get out on the water and fish, it’s still a great experience. We’re from Utah, so being able to fish in the winter was exciting. That said, some species aren’t around this time of year, and a portion of what you’ll catch is catch-and-release. Even so, we landed over 10 fish, the weather was solid, and we had a great time overall.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
really depends on what you’re looking for. If you’re coming just to get out on the water and fish, it’s still a great experience. We’re from Utah, so being able to fish in the winter was exciting. That said, some species aren’t around this time of year, and a portion of what you’ll catch is catch-and-release. Even so, we landed over 10 fish, the weather was solid, and we had a great time overall.
SD Slot Machine Charter
SD Slot Machine Charter