About Your Trip
Join Jonathan in Belfast for a hands-on striped bass trip built around flexibility, local knowledge, and adapting to the bite of the day.
Your trip begins at the dock as you head out to collect fresh live bait. Depending on conditions, you may be sabiki jigging or targeting local baitfish in productive pockets nearby. This first stage is all about setting the table, filling the livewell, and dialing in what the stripers are feeding on
before you make your run to the main fishing grounds.
Once the bait is secured, Jonathan will move into striper territory and immediately begin working the conditions. Tides, wind, current seams, and bait movement all play a role in deciding the approach for the day. Techniques may include slow-trolling live bait along structure, drifting through moving water, casting soft plastics or plugs into breaking fish, or vertical jigging when schools are holding deeper. The goal is to stay adaptable and respond to what the fish are doing in real time.
You will be fishing aboard a 25ft Duck Water Blue Water, a solid and capable vessel built for the waters around Belfast. It offers a stable ride, efficient travel between spots, and a dependable platform once lines hit the water.
All rods, reels, tackle, and equipment are provided for the trip, making it easy to show up and focus on fishing. Just bring snacks, drinks, and weather-appropriate gear for a comfortable day on the water.
Trip times are flexible, allowing Jonathan to align departures with the most productive windows and conditions.
Amenities
Skill Levels
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Fish Cleaning
This guide will clean your catch for you.
Beer
Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.
Live Bait
Live bait is included for this trip.
Location
This guide can be flexible with the departure location.
Weather
You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather
Kid Friendly
This trip can cater to small children.
Flexible Cancelation
This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.
Physicality
This trip requires an average level of physical activity.
Disability Friendly
This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.
Lunch
Please provide your own food / snacks.
