Join Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters for your next nautical adventure aboard the Fishin' Pole II. Whether you're a serious striper angler or are looking for an introductory fishing trip or a carefree peaceful cruise, fear not, Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters has the perfect trip for you! We invite you to contact the Captain with any questions or requests.
These waters are known for Striped Bass, Bluefish, Atlantic Mackerel, and more – with any luck, it won't take long to hook some.
If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children under 12 are required to wear a life jacket at all times. Please let us know if you have children in your party and provide their age, so we can make sure we have the right size life jacket.
You'll be welcome aboard a 22' Center console that fishes comfortably with up to 4 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Depending on the length of the trip, live bait is available, but you should ask the Captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.
Questions or Special Requests, please reach out to us, call or text 978 500-9087.
Interested in a romantic harbor cruise or a family harbor cruise. We would love to take you out on the water to share with you the beautiful Newburyport and Salisbury coast line.
On our harbor cruises we will share with you historic Newburyport water front, once a ship building power house trading around the world.
We can cruise along miles of pristine beaches of the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge or coast along the quiet backwaters of the Great Salt Marsh. See Osprey and herons in their natural habitat.
Our private harbor and river cruises accommodate groups of 6 or less.
Let us share the truly unique section of New England with your group.
Captain Dana Nelson has been on the water for more than 50 years. He is experienced fishing and catching stripers in the Merrimack River, Plum Island Sound, Essex River and surrounding waters of Ipswich Bay.
He has knowledge of the area's rich fishing and ship building history.
Dana is Coast Guard licensed (Up to 6 passengers 100 miles off shore) and fully insured.
Captain Dana is an expert striper fisherman who knows where to find fish and how to catch them. He is knowledgeable about how and where to find trophy stripers, often using live mackerel, pogies or pollack to entice the cow stripers.
He is known for his patient style and being a great fishing instructor. You can be sure he will do whatever he can to make sure his customers have fun, learn some fishing skills and catch fish!
He is knowledgeable about the areas ship building history, and natural beauty of the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge beaches and Great Salt Marsh.
Captain Dana has spent his entire life on and under the water. He is a keen observer of the natural environment. He spent time scuba diving, learning how subtle changes in bottom structure influence bait and game fish behavior.
Captain Dana is an engineer in his primary profession. He has a master's degree in Manufacturing Management. He spent his career working in the defense and electronics industry primarily working with suppliers to resolve technical problems involving welding, quality and nondestructive testing.
We will welcome you aboard the Fishin' Pole II a 22 foot center console, a 2022 Sea Pro ideal for live bait fishing or cruising Ipswich Bay.
Fishin Pole II is fully equipped with the latest electronics and safety gear. The vessel is fully insured for charters up to 6 passengers. Fishing charters are limited to 4 persons to maximize individual fishing time. Cruises are limited to 6.
Our boat is docked in historic downtown Newburyport MA close to the entrance to the Merrimack River. We cover the waters north to the New Hampshire boarder south to Cape Ann – Gloucester and Rockport.
Call, text Captain Dana at (978) 500-9087 or email - fish24f@icloud.com to schedule a charter or ask questions about Nelson's Fishing and Coastal Charters.
Rates -
We welcome special requests.
Contact me to discuss. Departure times are as mutually agreed and will vary based on tide and season. (Best chances for a trophy fish are just after first light.)
Gratuities always appreciated for good service and great fishing.
All tackle, bait, and fishing licenses are provided. I will clean and bag your fish. (Current stripped bass limits are 28 to less than 31 inches, one per angler)
Cancellation policy - Kindly give me at least 48 hours notice. In case of bad weather, we can re-schedule for a future date.
Charters depart from Cashman Park off of Sally Snyder Way, Newburyport, Massachusetts. Please call for directions and parking details.
(978) 500-9087
We pick up customers on the dock at the end of the fishing pier at Cashman Park, Sally Snider Way in Newburyport MA.
Please refrain from parking adjacent to the river or in the trailer parking area.
Bring a sense of adventure and a positive outlook. Conditions can be quite different from land. Bring layers and a wind breaker. Water is available, but please bring your own snacks and other drinks. Pack your favorite sun screen and bug spray is suggested. Please leave alcoholic beverages and smoking products on shore.
No need to worry about licenses, rods reels or bait, all is included.
Just come and enjoy your time on the water!
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