8 Hour Blackfish (Tautog)

NEW Highlands, NJ 1 - 6 People 8 Hours From $1,140 Trip #9853
Fishing in Destin
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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

From mid November thru December we are found prowling the offshore wrecks off New Jersey in search of blackfish or tautog.. Fishing New Jerseys artificial reefs and shipwrecks. These hard fighting fish will put tackle to their limits as they try and pull their way back to the bottom once hooked and break anglers off. Crabs are usually the bait of choice and are provided as well as other assortments of bait that are working....

About Your Trip

From mid November thru December we are found prowling the offshore wrecks off New Jersey in search of blackfish or tautog.. Fishing New Jerseys artificial reefs and shipwrecks. These hard fighting fish will put tackle to their limits as they try and pull their way back to the bottom once hooked and break anglers off. Crabs are usually the bait of choice and are provided as well as other assortments of bait that are working. Angler's can also test their skills on catching these great fish now on lighter tackle and jigs and we will provide all the coaching needed to help get that big “white chin” into the net for you. These cold water fish are spectacular table fare and will test even the skilled angler.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

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.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

8 hours
1 Person
$1,140.00
2 People
$1,140.00
3 People
$1,140.00
4 People
$1,140.00
5 People
$1,140.00
6 People
$1,140.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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Derek B.

Independent Guide
Quiet
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Derek was born and raised in Highlands, New Jersey which is situated near Sandy Hook Bay. He started fishing at a young age and developed a passion for it. His first summer job at the age of 15 was at a bait and tackle shop and gas dock on the Shrewsbury River. At 16, he became a deckhand on the party boat, Miss Take II out of the Highlands. At 17, he was a...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Derek

Derek B.

Independent Guide
Captain Derek was born and raised in Highlands, New Jersey which is situated near Sandy Hook Bay. He started fishing at a young age and developed a passion for it. His first summer job at the age of 15 was at a bait and tackle shop and gas dock on the Shrewsbury River. At 16, he became a deckhand on the party boat, Miss Take II out of the Highlands. At 17, he was a mate on a corporate offshore boat heading out to the canyons in search of big game fish. At 18, he became a mate on the charter boat Eagle out of Atlantic Highlands. In 2005, he earned his Masters License and began this full time charter business in 2006.

Derek is not only a Captain but an avid fisherman. Derek has always had a passion for the water and an instinct for landing fish. From winter flounder in the rivers and bay, to live lining adult bunker for trophy striped bass, to jigging in the canyons for bluefin and yellowfins, Derek makes the most of his time on the water looking for trophy fish for his clients and himself. He has personally landed 5 striped bass over 50 pounds and 8 doormat fluke over 10 pounds. Derek continues to have the driving ambition to look for bigger and better fish, mixing new techniques with old reliable ones.

Once at the fishing grounds, don’t be surprised to see Derek with a rod and reel in hand and assisting customers in his techniques or helping them land fish.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
357# blue marlin
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak on the grill

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
357# blue marlin
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steak on the grill
What’s your favorite band?
Bob Marley
What’s your favorite movie?
Usual suspects
What’s your drink of choice?
Iced tea
What was your last halloween costume?
Fisherman
How did you get started guiding?
2005
What makes you different from other guides?
I am always willing to go searching for a better bite or something bigger rather than staying put and grinding out a catch.
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Highlands, New Jersey
Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for 8 Hour Blackfish (tautog)
Boat photo for 8 Hour Blackfish (tautog)
Boat photo for 8 Hour Blackfish (tautog)
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Contender
Year Built
2006
Boat Length
31'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Contender
Year Built
2006
Boat Length
31'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
600
Number of Engines
2
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Outriggers, Ice Box, Radar
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

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.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

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Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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