About Your Guide

Ira Shank

Independent Guide
After years in the professional world, Captain Ira traded his desk for the deck—and never looked back. With over two decades of experience on the waters off Cape Ann, he’s built a reputation for grit, skill, and the kind of salty charm that only comes from a life at sea.

From working full-time offshore draggers to hauling traps as a year-round lobsterman, to running deck for some of the top captains in New England, Ira knows these waters like few others. Today, he’s at the helm, offering fully guided trips out of Gloucester targeting giant Bluefin Tuna, Haddock, Cod, and more.

Whether you're looking for a half-day run or an overnight offshore adventure, you’ll be in good hands with a captain who lives for this. Tight lines, see you at the dock.

About Your Guide

Ira Shank

Independent Guide
After years in the professional world, Captain Ira traded his desk for the deck—and never looked back. With over two decades of experience on the waters off Cape Ann, he’s built a reputation for grit, skill, and the kind of salty charm that only comes from a life at sea.

From working full-time offshore draggers to hauling traps as a year-round lobsterman, to running deck for some of the top captains in New England, Ira knows these waters like few others. Today, he’s at the helm, offering fully guided trips out of Gloucester targeting giant Bluefin Tuna, Haddock, Cod, and more.

Whether you're looking for a half-day run or an overnight offshore adventure, you’ll be in good hands with a captain who lives for this. Tight lines, see you at the dock.
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10 Point Charters Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Gloucester

Striped Bass Morning Bite!

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36 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in Gloucester

Groundfish Galore With Captain Ira

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36 ft 1 - 6 People From $850
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing in Gloucester

New England Giant Tuna

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36 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,350

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Groundfish Galore With Captain Ira
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Striped Bass Morning Bite!
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Groundfish Galore With Captain Ira
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
New England Giant Tuna
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
New England Giant Tuna
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Striped Bass Morning Bite!
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Striped Bass Morning Bite!
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Groundfish Galore With Captain Ira
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
New England Giant Tuna
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Striped Bass Morning Bite!
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Groundfish Galore With Captain Ira
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
New England Giant Tuna
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Groundfish Galore With Captain Ira
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Groundfish Galore With Captain Ira
April 24th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
New England Giant Tuna
April 24th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
New England Giant Tuna
April 10th, 2025
Gloucester, Massachusetts
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