For a lot of anglers in the New York area the fishing season doesn’t really feel like it’s started until the stripers show up. Bass have a way of doing that — they’re the fish that gets people who haven’t been on the water since October back on the phone trying to book a trip. […] The post Striped Bass Are Back in New York Waters in April appeared...

Banner fishing this morning - It's always a good day when posting a report at 8am! Dan Kelly and crew had an excellent day with 23 fish on our first drift alone and many many more on the following drifts. All fish caught on @shadlifebaits 8.25 shads  Upcoming availability: Sat. April 11th afternoon - OPEN BOAT  Sun. April 12th - available for chart...

Fun day with childhood friends! Bass flooded into the bay post full moon. Fish on every cast to 40 inches on @shadlifebaits - its on!!! See dates below for openings  Upcoming availability: Sat. April 11th - OPEN BOAT 3 spots left  Sun. April 12th - charter  Sat. April 18th - charter  Call/text 201-421-8653 for bookings @yamahaoutboards | @garminmar...

We got the spring season started yesterday. Found 49 degree water temps and marked a lot of fish and caught a couple. With these warm temperatures this week it will blow wide open!  Call/text 201-421-8653 for bookings @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @fish_shimano_north_america | @costasunglasses | @ow...

Fun trip with the regulars started jigging Pollock on the mid-shore wrecks. Then hit the southern canyons for nice size Goldens and jumbo release blue lines damn! @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @fish_shimano_north_america | @costasunglasses | @ownerhooks | @chatterlures | @clarkslanding | @afwfishing...

For most people burial at sea isn’t something that comes up until they’re facing it — either honoring someone who specifically requested it or trying to find a farewell that feels right when a traditional burial doesn’t. It’s one of the oldest burial traditions in human history and it remains meaningful today for reasons that […] The post Why Do P...

Had Scott Murdoch and sons out today for some Offshore bottom fishing. Started out on some wrecks but didn't like the size of the Pollock or Ling so shifted gears to get on some Tiles. Had a nice pick getting the family their limit in some great conditions for March. @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @f...

Every year before the season gets going the Marilyn Jean IV goes through its annual Coast Guard inspection. It’s a thorough process — inspectors come aboard go over the boat from top to bottom and verify that everything meets federal safety standards before we’re cleared to take passengers out on the water. For a boat […] The post The Marilyn Jean...

Got stuck in Florida an extra day make the best of it! Jake with his first Sailfish. @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @fish_shimano_north_america | @costasunglasses | @ownerhooks | @chatterlures | @clarkslanding | @afwfishing | @valhallayachtsales | @fishermens_supply | @tackleboxnj | @marinabarnegatba...

The wait is over. After our winter maintenance period the Marilyn Jean is ready to get back on the water. We’re sailing again starting Friday March 7th 2026. That’s when the 2026 fishing season officially begins and we’re ready to take you out to catch whatever’s biting. Winter is when we take care of everything […] The post The Marilyn Jean Is Ba...

Had our last trip of the winter down south. Guys wanted a meat trip light tackle no trolling. Bahamas did not disappoint had over a dozen species and at lots shellfish as well. Got a chance to hang with the locals and immerse ourselves in the local flavor which was a great experience. Will miss this place.  @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@conte...

New York City offers year-round fishing opportunities. While we tend to close our boat for most of the winter season (because we need to clean it to prep for busy season and stay compliant with local requirements) even winter can technically bring fish to your dinner table. It’s one of many reasons Brooklyn is such […] The post What is the Best Se...

Another fun day sun came out fish were chewing ended up at famous Hogfish Bar! @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @fish_shimano_north_america | @costasunglasses | @ownerhooks | @chatterlures | @clarkslanding | @afwfishing | @valhallayachtsales | @fishermens_supply | @tackleboxnj | @marinabarnegatbay | @s...

Back in Key West to move the boat from Key West to West Palm. Had an afternoon to fish loaded up on dinner and back at favorite restaurant in Key West Miso Happy. @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @fish_shimano_north_america | @costasunglasses | @ownerhooks | @chatterlures | @clarkslanding | @afwfishing...

Enjoying my Birthday with family and 3 Generations of Gamboa's. Took the family to one of my honey holes and caught over 40 fish at least a dozen different species. Now going to have Miso Happy cook up our fish!   @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboatsofficial | @nomadtackle_usa | @fish_shimano_north_america | @costasunglasses | @ownerh...

Back in Key West for my Birthday back here with the boys and Jersey Transplant Mark. Had a fun filled day with 10 different species today all on light tackle. Did try some deep Dropping but current was ripping too hard. Took the fish to Misohappy in downtown Key West. Had the yellow jack in hamachi jalapeno nigiri sashimi and sushi rolls. The snap...

Over the last few days I’ve shared this news with a few people and word is starting to get out. So it’s time to make it official. After 20 seasons on the water I’m hanging up my captain’s hat. As of January 1 2026 I have transferred ownership of We Catch ‘Em Inc. and the […] The post Thank You for 20 Incredible Seasons — A Farewell from Captain To...

This is it – your final chance to get out on the water with us in 2025. We’re sailing tomorrow (Monday December 22nd) from 7:00 AM until after 3:30 PM and the weather is looking great for a day of blackfishing. If you’ve been thinking about squeezing in one more trip before the season ends […] The post Last Day of Blackfishing for 2025 – Tomorrow...

Another great day with my brother from another Mark/Fulton. Started out on the tuna grounds jigging for tuna and Lindsey got us started on the biggest Yellow Jack I have ever seen which is the best sashimi! Jigged some muttons and other critters and decided to change gears. Got on some nice bottom and loaded up on muttons and groupers kept only th...

Had my buddy Marc Jackson in town from North Carolina brought his family and buddy and son along. Decided to bottomfish for some tasty critters had a nice morning getting our snapper limit with some keeper Red Grouper.  The kids wanted to land some big Barracudas so we ended the day targeting them!   @yamahaoutboards | @garminmarine |@contenderboa...

Banner fishing this morning - It's always a good day when posting a report at 8am! Dan Kelly and crew had an excellent day with 23 fish on our first drift alone and many many more on the following drifts. All fish caught on @shadlifebaits 8.25 shads  Upcoming availability: Sat. April 11th afternoon - OPEN BOAT  Sun. April 12th - available for chart...

For a lot of anglers in the New York area the fishing season doesn’t really feel like it’s started until the stripers show up. Bass have a way of doing that — they’re the fish that gets people who haven’t been on the water since October back on the phone trying to book a trip. […] The post Striped Bass Are Back in New York Waters in April appeared...