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Pricing Matrix

	11 Hours	8 Hours	6 Hours
3 People	$1,315.00	$1,200.00	$1,085.00
2 People	$1,315.00	$1,200.00	$1,085.00
1 Person	$1,315.00	$1,200.00	$1,085.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Captain JT is an expert when it comes to sportfishing off of Santa Rosa, also known as Outer Island! Your fishing trip will begin in the morning when the winds are low and the seas calm. On this trip, you'll be able to choose which species you'll target, and can select from wide range of fish, including Rockfish, Halibut, Bonito, Lingcod, Barracuda, Calico Bass, California Sheepshead, and more. These species inhabit the whole water column, from Barracuda up top to Halibut and Rockfish on the bottom.

Many of these species are excellent eating, and Captain JT actually specializes in ikejime, a Japanese technique for quickly and humanely killing fish that also ensures the quality of the meat by preventing rigor mortis and cortisol build-up. He's happy to demonstrate the technique, and any keepers you want will be dispatched using this method.

When you book a trip with Captain JT, you'll go aboard his 22' center console vessel and get after it! This state-of-the-art boat features a 150HP Yamaha engine, with a full suite of electronics including GPS, sonar, radio, and more, plus bait wells and ice boxes for your catches.

Captain JT truly wants to make your time on the water special. Before the trip, he will get a sense of what’s important to your crew. If you have kids, be assured they will have a blast learning about fishing, what it is like to captain a boat and be on the sea. Let him know what you want to catch and he'll do what he can to put you on your target!

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

Captain JT

Independent Guide 12 yrs of exp.

Talkative

Intense

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quantity

Captain JT is delighted to show off the local waters around Oxnard, CA on his fishing trips! He's been fishing here for over 10 years, and is a expert from the inshore to the close offshore hotspots. In addition, he's an avid fishing rod wrapper and fishing tool maker. Uniquely, he also practices Japanese "Ikejime" methods on all the fish he catches, to improve the quality of the meat. If you're aiming to fill your...

About Your Guide

Captain JT

Independent Guide 12 yrs of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

300+ Black Sea Bass

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fresh Blue Fin or Skip Jack if in season

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

300+ Black Sea Bass

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fresh Blue Fin or Skip Jack if in season

Whats your favorite band?

Pink Floyd / Rage

Whats your favorite movie?

Perfect Storm

Whats your favorite sports team?

Whom are winning

Whats your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

Dave Jones

How did you get started guiding?

Hobby turned in passion

What makes you different from other guides?

I use techniques that are beginner, friendly jigs and gear that gets bit

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Start Location

Channel Islands Boulevard, Oxnard, CA 93035, United States

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Cuddy Cabin
Boat Manufacturer: Westcoaster Bayrunner
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 22'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Cuddy Cabin
Boat Manufacturer: Westcoaster Bayrunner
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 22'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 150
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Bed, Live Bait Well, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included in this trip.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Potential Target Species

Barracuda
Bonito
Calico Bass
California Sheephead
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
White Seabass
Yellowtail Amberjack

Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Packing / Extras

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!