Just simply a great group of people workin the boat very polite very attentive very patient its all…read morea recreational angler could ask for i wanna fish tommorrow crushing striped bass you dig!!!

What can i say ...I love fishing and i love the Captain Gillen , Captree State Park The crew are…read morefriendly and accommodating .They work hard , get excited when you catch fish and offer suggestions when your not . They also make me laugh with plenty of fishing and other stories . I have observed them with newbies and children and they are patient and attentive .The captain seems to find the fish on most days . The boat is clean and well taken care of . For all these reasons i highly recommend the Captain Gillen if your experienced or coming out for the first time .

9-16-22. Very friendly and accommodating for large groups…read more Prices are better than most competitors. Captain was a nice guy and the mate worked like a rented mule for the entire 4 hour trip. I'd recommend this boat to anyone who wants to put together a fishing trip for a good sized group, or just walking on by yourself to enjoy a day on the water. The boat caught quite a few fish and we all had a blast. To the crew of Dixie 2......keep up the great work!

Our group of 14 enjoyed a great morning of fishing aboard the Dixie II. Amazing company, amazing…read moreweather and amazing views made it the perfect way to celebrate my husband's birthday. The crew (Debbie, Nick and Joe) were unbelievably patient and helpful to us as most of us had not gone fishing before. This trip was an incredible way to celebrate milestones during these unprecedented times that we are all living in. The memories made this morning will last a lifetime.

Every week I ride the capt lou 7 with Anthony Gillespie at the wheel and his mates Kyle and Bill…read more Fishing has been excellent but bear in mind it's still called fishing and occasionally even the sharpies go home with an empty cooler. You won't find a better or more dedicated captain and crew anywhere. The regulars are friendly and welcoming. The trips run anywhere from full day fluke to three quarter day sea bass. Tuna season in the canyon is about to begin. This season we go deep sea in 125' of water. I've fished all over Long Island and I always come back to my friends at Capt Lou fleet!

October Whale excursion was amazing. Crew was outstanding !!! Will definitely book again next year.read more

Don't let the name fool you -- Saltwaters Bait & Tackle is just as much a friend to freshwater…read morefishermen as it is to those heading out to the ocean. I stopped in recently looking for a medium light rod and reel combo for some fishing at Belmont Lake State Park and Southard's Pond. The owner greeted me like a regular, even though it was my first visit. Before pointing me toward anything, he asked the right questions -- where I'd be fishing, what I'd be targeting, whether I prefer live bait. That kind of intake matters. It's the difference between a salesman and someone who actually wants to set you up for a good day on the water. He walked me over to a display and pulled a rod, reel, and line combo -- all for $50. "This is all you need," he said. And he meant it. He could have easily steered me toward something pricier, but he didn't. That kind of honesty is rare and it earns loyalty. A few bobbers and a bag of hooks later, I walked out fully rigged and ready to go. The shop is easy to find -- right on Montauk Highway, about half a mile from the Robert Moses Causeway. It's not a massive space, but the selection is surprisingly deep, covering rods, reels, hooks, line, lures, and both fresh and frozen bait. The 4.8 stars on Google Maps aren't an accident. Highly recommended.

Absolutely the most down to earth women and family-friendly #smallbusiness on the #southshore if…read more#longisland. Don't blink you'll.miss this gem.hidden on Long Island Reels, tackle, shirts, fishing equipment, and bait

Amazing experience! I've done the daytime charter a few times but last night we did the nighttime…read morecharter and had the best time ever! The guys were extremely helpful and the 7pm departure time was perfect!! Beautiful sunset views, calm waters, and good catches!

Took my son on the Princess for a bass fishing trip in Nov 23. They had the best prices on Captree…read more(100 for both) by about 10 bucks. The crew was super helpful through every aspect of the trip. Very friendly and knowledgeable. Plenty of fish caught and whales seen throughout the 4 hr (ish) trip. Tons of parking by the docks. Crew will filet keepers if desired. Highly recommended.

I can't believe you can just rent a boat here with no prior experience at all, but honestly this…read morewas pretty great. I booked a day boat here for an afternoon with four of my girlfriends. Upon check-in we'd learned that the limit is typically 4 people (700 lb maximum), but since most of us are pretty small we were well under that weight limit even as five people, so they allowed it (and I lived to write this review so, all good). After signing my life away and a very quick motor tutorial by a kid who looked like he couldn't be older than middle school, we were on our way. The motor on this boat took a little getting used to, but once I got the hang of it I was a pretty good captain (I'd like to think). We put down the anchor and got out to explore Bird and Gull Islands, then headed over to another beach with a hill to climb up and get a bird's eye view of the area. Before we knew it, it was time to head back to the harbor, but we kept the party going with some drinks and food (will review that separately). Jay (who I think is the owner or manager?) told us we were only allowed to rent a boat if we took a picture and it turns out he was serious (see the photo shoot results in my photos which turned out pretty cute). He took these on his phone so not sure what else he plans to do with them.

Beautiful spot with an outstanding staff to ready boats and life jackets for boaters. Early on…read moreSaturday is quiet and calm then things get busy as boaters show up. At noon the food stand opens where you can get a beautiful lobster roll as well as many other foods and drinks. Ice cold beer and lobster roll was superb. Gift shop is fun. I highly recommend this spot for a lovely day in East Moriches.

My family and I took the 4th of July Fireworks Captree Cruise to Jones Beach Fireworks Show ($65)…read moreon The Island Princess (IP). We purchased our tickets through the website: https://www.islandprincesscaptree.com. The IP is located inside New York's Captree State Park. We put "Island Princess Captree" into Google Maps and it led us straight there. Parking was $8.00 and the parking lot is a good size. The tickets indicated to please arrive at the dock by 6:00pm the latest for check-in and boarding. It was easy to locate the IP and we checked in with a staff member at the bottom of the stairs. The boat left the dock exactly at 6:30pm. About 8:00pm, we anchored and watched the sunset. Till the Grucci Fireworks Show started about 9:30pm, we were able to see fireworks in the distance in all the different towns. The boat tuned into WALK 97.5 FM which simulcasted music during the fireworks presentation. There were music by BTS, Rosé, Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the USA," and Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA." The Grucci Fireworks Show lasted till about 10:00pm and then the boat headed back to Captree State Park. So many people fell asleep on the way back. Free coffee and other snacks were available for purchase on the boat. My family and I enjoyed the 4th of July Fireworks Captree Cruise to Jones Beach Fireworks Show on the IP. We felt that the other fireworks shows went longer than the Grucci Fireworks Show, but it was still magnificent. It was an event that I've never participated in for the 4th of July, so it was definitely very nice and weather couldn't have been even more perfect. I had a light sweater on when it got a little chilly.

Nicole and Crystal did an excellent job today, especially with the children on the boat! I highly…read morerecommend this family friendly businesss