New York’s Best KepT FISHING SECRET
Fly & light tackle charters in New York City & New Jersey with Captain Joe ‘Maz’ Mustari
WORLD CLASS FISHING IN THE HEART OF NYC
One would never think that the City That Never Sleeps has some of the best sport fishing on the East Coast. New York Harbor and its surrounding waters lie directly in the path of the largest migratory population of Striped Bass on the Eastern Seaboard.
While Striped Bass on fly and light tackle are our specialty, every angler must experience the thrill of the blistering runs of False Albacore, or try top water poppers for hoards of blitzing Blues that can be found under wheeling seagulls throughout the fishing season. You may even be lucky enough to catch one of our trophy-sized Weakfish that show up in late spring and throughout the summer along the channels and back bays. Whatever you fancy, we have something for you.
We can take you fishing in the East River where the hustle and bustle of Manhattan takes place. From the Statue of Liberty, to the United Nations, to the Verrazano Bridge, the scenery is nothing short of spectacular—and the fishing is even better. Maybe you'd prefer a more tranquil setting, casting among the many islands or lighthouses of Raritan Bay, or drifting the beautiful beaches of Sandy Hook and East Rockaway. We are located directly in the center of this fishing mecca and are only minutes away from the action.
Come and experience a real New York fishing excursion with Captain Joe "Maz" Mustari. It's the best kept secret that you will not soon forget!
EXCURSIONS
RATES
1/2 Day Trip - 4 hours - $650
3/4 Day Trip - 6 hours - $800
Full Day Trip - 8 hours - $900
Please note: A fuel surcharge may apply for trips that require excessive travel. Rates are for 2 anglers. Add $100 for each additional angler.
SEASONS
APRIL - Stripers
MAY - Stripers, Blues, Weakies
JUNE - Stripers, Blues, Weakies
JULY - Stripers, Blues, Weakies
AUGUST - Stripers, Blues, Weakies, Albies
SEPTEMBER - Stripers, Blues, Albies
OCTOBER - Stripers, Blues, Albies
NOVEMBER - Stripers, Blues
DECEMBER - Stripers (weather permitting)
MEET THE CAPTAIN
JOE ‘MAZ’ MUSTARI
Captain Joe ‘Maz’ Mustari has been fishing the waters of New York Harbor for over 40 years. Born on Staten Island, he started out fishing the small ponds around his home for large mouth bass and blue gills, but soon became a die-hard jetty and surf fisherman. He found out early on that the waters surrounding the busiest city in the world were just teaming with stripers and blues. It wasn't long before he made the transition from beach to boat.
Always pushing the limits of light tackle, he eventually fell in love with the fly rod and became vastly proficient at catching all the species that the bays, rivers, and ocean had to offer.
A certified Coast Guard Captain, Joe has been guiding anglers to what some say is possibly one of the best fisheries on the East Coast. He has been featured on numerous outdoor television networks and has been written about in many outdoor books and magazines. He welcomes all levels of experience - from experts to beginners, and especially kids. He has been teaching kids about fishing conservation, fly tying, and fly fishing for the past 25 years.