SEVEN STAR FISHING EXPERIENCE Jul 2025 * Friends…read moreFour of us went fishing on Long Island Sound yesterday from 12 pm to approximately 6 pm with Eric, AKA Captain Fish, from Port Jefferson, Long Island. What a glorious experience. It was the first time of deep sea fishing for two of us. We not only caught tons of fish but got wonderful lessons from Eric as to how to do it right. He is a great teacher, always watching and correcting you so that you don't develop bad habits, but doing so with a ready smile. He is also very ethical and would only let us keep porgies (11 inches +) and sea bass (16.5 inches +) that meet regulation. Our end of the day haul was 30 large sized fish which was way beyond expectation. Most importantly we had 6 hours of pure fun. Also, his boat is extremely clean and well kept. If you ever want to go deep sea fishing, look no further and just call Eric / Captain Fish! I have already recommended him to all my friends who are chomping at the bit to go. They are, I bet a little envious as well - wondering how a novice like me could so much fish. All credit goes to Eric!

Thank you Eric and Cap't Fish! Had a great trip out in November scoring nice weather and…read moredelicious blackfish! Eric had so many spots in his GPS that we had no trouble getting on the fish right away. We had loads of action the whole time and got a few beauties for dinner. The boat is fast, comfortable, and the Cap't was a super nice, laid back, non-smoking!, knowledgeable guy. As an avid angler I appreciate a captain who truly enjoys fishing, doesn't watch the clock, and doesn't mind sharing his knowledge. Plus he is a dog lover - just an added bonus in my opinion. I look forward to fishing with him again!

We just joined this past summer on a weekday plan. I took a lesson at every Long Island location…read more The captains are knowledgeable and patient. It's much harder than I expected to learn how to boat. Excited for next year!

BEWARE: MONEY FOR THE GAS YOU USE IS MORE IMPORTANT TO THEM THAN YOUR SAFETY!!!…read more When I arrived with my family, including my 80 year old Mom and special needs son, the kid, who I later found out was brand new, mentioned that there was a weather warning but his manger said we were good to go out. I had never boated on the Hudson and while I asked lots of questions, I had no idea the waves would come over the bow, drenching and terrifying my entire family. I expressed my extreme dissatifaction on our return and all they could focus on was how much I owed them for gas! I also found (only after we returned) that they were forced to keep their pontoon boats in but let us take a similarly flat boat out. I recognize that you ultimately have to own your safety but am extremely dissapointed that for the amount you must pay to be in this boat club that you cannot trust the people that run it! The club leadership has no couth! A guy named Lee called me as I was driving home, soaked to my underwear and literally asked me to give him my credit card number while I was driving and refused to accept any accountability for their manager telling the kid at the dock it was ok to go out. They could care less about your safety! You are just a gas payment for them to make their money on a day no one should be on the water. After receiving a email with a $100+ bill for gas a few days later, I paid it right away. I tried to move on and find other opportunities to continue to use the club. Most locations I tried to book were unavailible or had reach their reciprocal limit. They advertise that you have access to amazing locations worldwide. My experience has been that over 90% of the places I tried to boat had reached their reciprocal limit already, basically not being accessible. Yet another false promise. Upon trying to book in Haverstraw NY, I learned that the Freedom Boat club suspended my membership because, "I was angry at them on the day I boated". Read above and you know why anyone would be angry. They also said I threatened a lawsuit which was completely false! I explained that I paid them the $100+ for the gas and I need the suspension lifted. They then told be they can suspend anyone for anything they want at any time and that their contracts are filled with legalease protecting them. There is nothing I could do about it and that's that! I am sure to no surprise, I have canceled my membership. After having to pay a $5,000 unrefundable fee upfront and then $453 every month for over a year, no matter how infrequently I was able to boat or not based on lack of boats availible, I was then pitched an offer allow 2 rolling reservations opposed to the 4 I had. This option would lower my monthly rate to $249 plus tax. No one shared this was an option when I joined or anytime in over a year that they could see I was not able to use the service (mosting because every time I tried, the boats were unavailible or the reciprocal limits were reached. The Freedom Boat Club is a scam, driven by empty promises in the sales process and an upfront fee that I since learned could have been a lot lower than the $5,000 I was duped into paying! This business is a sales machine, protected by legalease (which they brag about) allowing them to treat members anyway they want! Don't fall for their scam. This is the worst group of people I have ever encountered in my life. Please don't fall into their trap!

Hands down the best thing to do on the North Fork. Erick, Hannah and Christian took 8 of us out…read moresailing for several hours on the schooner Bonnie Lynn, and it made for the most memorable, vibrant and relaxing time. Bonnie Lynn is an incredible boat, with Erick and Hannah the perfect hosts. I can't think of a better way to introduce people to, and share with them, the beauty of the North Fork. We cannot wait for next time, and neither should you.

Great experience. We had fun, very enjoyable sail. Our hosts were very kind and welcoming. Will go…read moreagain.

What a fantastic experience. We were randomly near Port Jeff for a few days and decided to go for a…read morerelaxing sail. I'm so glad we did. What a beautiful boat and equally rad experience. The captain, Brian, was super kind in setting us up and he knows his craft. His 1st mate was also really fun and let me help out when I felt like learning a bit. Worth the very reasonable price. These guys will be a stop every time we pass through, without question.

Captain Brian is truly the BEST !! If you are on Long Island…read moreyou need to sail the Ginny Marie !! Hands down the best experience my family has ever had !! We are already planning our return to the Ginny Marie !! Truly LOVED this experience !!!

What a fantastic experience. We were randomly near Port Jeff for a few days and decided to go for a…read morerelaxing sail. I'm so glad we did. What a beautiful boat and equally rad experience. The captain, Brian, was super kind in setting us up and he knows his craft. His 1st mate was also really fun and let me help out when I felt like learning a bit. Worth the very reasonable price. These guys will be a stop every time we pass through, without question. (Posted in both of their accounts, not sure which is actually the official one)

Can't really give a rating but having all kinds of info but no prices is just a bit uncomfortable…read more Perhaps it's the if you have to ask you can't afford it mindset. Love the looks of the boat and captain was there inviting us for a look at the boat. Perhaps a posted sign with pricing perhaps a last minute discount if boat is not filled by the sailing time.

Great place to walk on hot summer day, or to sit and take a break after lunch (or any time of the…read moreday!) The path winding up from actual marina & ferry to the waterfront park and into more marina, ending up in Centennial park and beach (free parking, woohoo!) Beautiful clean park, lots of parents with kids, dog walkers, and lots of tourists. There is a gazebo to chill from heat, small beach to get your feet wet, sculptures and benches - a little bit of everything. The view of the bay if fantastic on a nice day, with boats leisurely moving in the waves, and people strolling by. Sit down, or walk around - relax and take a break from it all...

WOW! I had the most epic party boat experience for my birthday on the Paddle Pub. They asked what…read moretype of music I like when I booked and that music was playing when I arrived! Captain Alden is the BEST! The boat party vibes, picturesque views, and nearby spots made it an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend for anyone looking to celebrate in style!

From the owner: The price includes a two hour rental, and the Paddle Pub Experience. You’ll meet your US Coast…read moreGuard Licensed Captain, and your party host who will do everything in their power to ensure your party has the time of their lives! Feel free to save a few bucks and bring your own beverages. We’ll have coolers filled with ice to keep your drinks cold, and a clean restroom aboard for when the drinks pile up! There are 12 pedaling stations that power the huge paddle wheel in the back of the boat which we will use to make our way into the bay. Your host will get some music and party games going if you’d like! We might even have some little surprises along the way! We also have a front lounge/dancing area, a bumping sound system to sync up your tunes, and some party lights should you Paddle Pub at night! It will be a memory or in some cases a partial memory, but either way, your host will be sure to make it memorable.

Beautiful views and solid food options. We enjoyed fish and chips with flavorful beer batter and…read morethree big pieces of flaky juicy cod with decent French fries. Clam chowder has chunks of real clam and potatoes. Restaurant quality fried calamari with seasoned breading. Quesadilla was a big size and the chicken was juicy. Drinks can be purchased separately inside the shop from the fridge. Parking lot was full so we parked across the street on the road. They advised us to place a sign on our dash stating we were at Ralph's so the public safety wouldn't issue any tickets.

For some time I've seen this place come up everytime I search for waterfront dining...and never…read morechecked it out because I thought was a bait and tackle shop. Thankfully, someone finally put up some photos of FOOD and we went! Reminder: I always judge based on the type of place. I'm not comparing this to a fine dining restaurant. This is a great little casual place to watch the water, drink a craft beer and eat some darn decent chow! First off: GPS took us to the private members only club next door. We had to hunt to find it. Once we did, could there be better views on a sunny spring day??? They have a nice covered tent in case the sun is too much for you. You order at the window and they give you a buzzer for when your food is ready. You go next store to the bait shop for beverages...and yes, there are drawers of live bait next to the fridge, but sealed and no smell at all. Here's what we ordered: Pear & Gorgonzola Salad with Champagne dressing: WOW! SOOOOOO good! Real pears (unlike the fancy-schmancy expensive place we went a few months back that had the audacity to serve canned pears!). Nice fresh greens, yummy dressing (NOT ken's or anything of that nature, thankfully), nice fresh crunchy walnuts, cranberries and a generous helping of yummy gorgonzola. WIN! Shrimp Tacos: Three nicely appointed with fresh slaw. The tacos are flour and should have been warmed. If they were, this would have been perfect. Still, not bad for $!5! Fried Clam Strips & Fries: Because, you just have to, and stop judging us. It was worth the calories for the perfectly fried platter without a lick of grease to it. I could have stood for a little more salt on the fries. Clam strips did not seem to be pieces of whole clams...maybe minced mixed into a batter? Not my favorite way, but the batter was tasty and it did the trick. Overall, this place is a find. If you want a quiet hidden hang with good food and a spectacular view, this is the place.

Captain Steve is simply AMAZING!!! Was a great time sailing with him for my birthday, along with…read moremy best group of friends on-board. He takes just as good of care with his boat as he does with his clients, and is super accommodating. *The boat was very clean, spacious, and had everything we needed. Had a microwave and stove! Lots of space on the table and seating around it. *Location of the boat was VERY CONVENIENT!! Had a parking lot with lots of space and the marina also had ice (great when you have a cooler/in need of ice for drinks). TIP: Captain Steve was really kind in offering to help us with our cooler, and offered to bring a cart/wagon to put the cooler on to make it easier to bring on the walk to where the boat is docked. *Captain Steve: Not only was he informative about the areas, but he was also a pleasure to have a conversation with. My friends and I had a fantastic experience and enjoyed our time sailing and relaxing , and will definitely sail with captain Steve again this summer!

Thank you Captain Steve for a fantastic day on the water in your beautiful sailboat. We enjoyed…read moreourselves so much that we will be back soon!