About Your Trip
Join Captain Matt for a focused inshore trip targeting Striped Bass out of Wickford. These trips are limited to 3 anglers, giving everyone room to cast and a hands-on experience whether you’re fishing light tackle or working structure.
Depending on the season, you may fish shallow flats in spring and fall or drift productive structure and rock piles. The goal is simple: put you in position to hook quality stripers with proven techniques and top-tier
gear.
The Boat
You’ll fish aboard a Romarine Ocean Scout 23, built with a wide platform and large foredeck for maximum casting space and stability. The modified-V hull allows access to skinny water while still handling open-water conditions comfortably. Powered by a 2024 Suzuki 175, the boat delivers reliable performance and safe travel to and from the grounds.
Equipped with a large livewell, Garmin radar, a 12” Lowrance MFD with side scan, and a Minnkota trolling motor for precise positioning, the setup is designed to stay dialed in on fish.
Gear & What’s Included
Captain Matt provides high-quality setups featuring Jigging World rods, Shimano, Van Staal, and Daiwa reels, spooled with Power Pro SSV2 and Seaguar fluorocarbon. All rods, reels, bait, tackle, life jackets, water, and limited snacks are included.
No fishing license is required — the boat is fully licensed to cover all passengers.
What to Bring
Sunscreen (non-spray recommended), hat, sunglasses, lunch for full-day trips, a small cooler for fillets if keeping fish, and a sweatshirt or rain jacket just in case.
Beer and hard seltzers are permitted. No hard liquor or glass bottles. Excessive intoxication will result in an immediate return to the dock without refund.
Whether you’re looking for a quick 4-hour trip or a full day on the water, Captain Matt’s inshore striper trips are built around quality time fishing with room to cast and confidence in the equipment.
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.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Disability Friendly
This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.
Flexible Cancelation
The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.
Lunch
Please provide your own food / snacks.
