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    The New Sea Angler

    4.1 (38 reviews)

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    Alain V.

    Captain Rick was great and his deck hand Dana was awesome. My wife and I caught our limit of rock cod and Dana had it all filleted before we even got back to shore. Also he fixed everyone's snags and was retied everyone's jigs. Johny On The Spot. Captain Rick said he was the best deck hand he ever knew and I agree. I probably should have left a bigger tip but I hope they appreciate my five star review.

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    John D.

    "Fishermen are born honest, but they get over it."--Ed Zern, To Hell with Fishing Actual cost breakdown (don't trust their website) as of Oct 2020: *$200/ea just to get on the boat--normally it's $130, but this is "covid pricing," per the captain. *$42/bait non-negotiable everyone pays because everyone shares the bait. *$10/rod rental (optional) *$20/lead sinker for trolling (salmon fishing only) *$10/flat fish fileting fee for all the fish you catch *Bring extra cash to tip the deckhands. Overall have at least $3-350/ea cash on hand PLUS make sure you have a CA fishing license Pros: *Capt knows his shit and gets us to the spots where you're reeling them up like you're it's going out of style. *Deckhands are EXCELLENT and really cool dudes that'll take care of you. Please tip them well. Cons: *Capt is a bit of a used car salesman and kind of an ass. When we called to verify the price a day ahead he said, "two bills per should cover you." Which is confusing when your website says $130; one would assume $200 is plenty--if that's the case. I'm not begrudging him for raising prices, since he has to limit the amount of passengers due to covid regulations, but at least tell me the real cost. We would've been SOL if we didn't have extra cash on hand. *Be at the dock to check-in at 0500. Not a biggie for me but for most people this is a deal-breaker. Esp considering where you're coming in from. Overall it was a fun trip and we caught tons of fish but be wary of their pricing. Might be a good idea to call ahead and ask for a specific answer.

    Captain Rick his and crew worked hard to put us on the fish and crab even though conditions were not ideal!

    David C.

    I went out Friday for a rock cod Lingcod combo. Great trip , We arrived at 5am and we're back around 3:30 with limits, The captain Rick was super informative, The deck hands and crew were on point, super helpful, They explained what to do and would really take care of you when you needed a hand . If you never tried ocean fishing do not be afraid this crew will help you out, Bring warm clothes and a backpack so when it warms up you can put them in it. I appreciated Mike he helped me when my line got tangled.It is a 40 minute drive from Petaluma and the views of our coast are amazing. I ended up with a ice chest full of fish!

    We went out on the crab/rockfish combo on 11/9/24 and had a blast! Captain Rick put us on the fish after setting all the crab hoops. He spent the extra time go get us all limits. Highly recommend 5/5!

    Dungeness Crab...7-inches and larger
    Mike P.

    I took my son crabbing and fishing aboard the New Sea Angler with Captain Rick and deckhands Kevin and Dana. The deck crew,Kevin and Dana were super helpful and were to fix a tangled line so you can get back to fishing. Captain Rick really knows the area and will put you in the fish. Captain will also cheer you on once you hit the hot spot in the ocean. This is the boat to be on if you want to catch all your limits.

    First time trying for salmon - success! 15 pound wild Chinook salmon ... a beauty!
    Annie S.

    A+ experience from our 9/1/19 outing on The New Sea Angler!!! This was our first time boat fishing on the West Coast (and our second time ever), so we're still beginners. Despite our novice capabilities, we left the boat with a massive haul of a beautiful Chinook (King) salmon, a hefty ling cod, and our two-person limit of 20 assorted rockfish, including red vermilion. Needless to say, we were thrilled with this trip and it was made possible by the seafaring knowledge of Captain Rick and the invaluable support from his expert, hard-working crew. Kevin, Logan, and Dana all helped us throughout the entire day. Special shout-out to Kevin, an all around great guy, who shared helpful information and tips with us for each type of fish we were going for during the trip. Kevin also made sure our gear/bait was set up correctly, gave us excellent advice on techniques for catching each type of fish, and patiently answered the hundreds of questions we threw his way. The whole crew was superb and we truly appreciated everyone's help but, honestly, Kevin made the trip for us -- thank you!!! We were also impressed with how well Captain Rick navigated us to various hot spots during the combo rock fish/ling cod/salmon trip -- the fish were biting at each location. It was certainly a productive trip and everyone on the boat left with a good amount of fish to take home. One other highlight from the salmon fishing part -- the whales were out and breaching so we ended up with some good whale watching too. What a bonus on top of great fishing! A few practical things: cash only (best to bring more than you need), wear layers as it gets chilly on the water, rubber/waterproof shoes help, Dramamine especially if you're prone to seasickness, and a small cooler with drinks/snacks/food as you might be on the water for 8-10 hours. We had a great first outing with Bodega Bay Sportfishing Center and look forward to another trip!

    All the fish my family caught on this trip!
    Ashley M.

    This was my first charter boat fishing trip. It was so much fun!! There were about 40/45 people on the boat, but even with that many it worked out. The deck hands (Mason/ Dana) were awesome ! Always there when you hooked a fish, gave pointers, did what they could to get the fish. By far the best part! I was able to catch 6 fish though only able to keep 2, so it was worth it! Now to the warning part and why I only rated it 4 stars... this boat is supposed to be a combo fishing trip of rock cod/lingcod/ salmon. That didn't happen. We fished for salmon the whole day. They also only take CASH... for bait, weights, cost of boat trip, everything! You are required to purchase bait, but the bait you don't use you don't get back so be aware. You will lose a lot of weights so bring extra money! Even though there are some negative things I had a blast, my family had a blast and I know what to prepare for next time. I definitely recommend this charter for those wanting to fish and have fun.

    Liz L.

    Our family has been fishing on the New Sea Angler for decades. It has always been a great experience. Rick is great at putting you in the spot for fish. Do you always catch them? Most of the time. But, folks- it's called fishing. There's never any guarantees. My dad, son and I went out yesterday. My son is 10- his first time on the ocean- and he loved it. The boat caught limits of king salmon and rock cod. We each walked away with two gorgeous salmon and 10 rock cods. The deckhands, Dana and Owen, are awesome. They help you with getting your gear set up, untangling lines, netting fish, filleting fish, making sure you're having a good experience. I can't speak to fees on gear as we normally bring our own. We're excited to keep fishing with Rick and his awesome crew.

    Denise J.

    Captain Rick Powers puts fish in the boat. Period. Was it the most expensive fishing charter I have ever taken? Yes. Was a charged for a pole and for every weight I lost? Yes. Did Captain Rick spend a lot of time telling everyone how he is the best in the business? Yes. Did we limit on Chinook and take home Dungeness crab? Yes. Was it worth it? Definitely.

    This is the boat to be on!

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    Always get fish and limit most times that I go there. Rick Powers is a great captain.

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    Great Captain and crew. They put us on fish and advice what would be best tackle to get fish biting.

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    My dad requested to have his ashes scattered in the river, which is illegal, so we contacted…read moreCaptain Rick to help us honor our father, an avid fisherman. We went on the larger fishing boat, which was comfortable and gave our family privacy. Captain Rick and his deckhand were respectful and kind. The boat ride was calm since we went into the protected bay, and he turned the motor off while we scattered the ashes. He circled the area before heading back. My family thought it was appropriate for Dad and knew he would approve. We can visit Dad at a peaceful, beautiful place. We ate fresh fish & chips at Rick's restaurant, The Boathouse, the next day on our way back home. Thank you for a wonderful experience and a perfect sending off for Dad.

    Captain Rick was a star from the minute we called him to the end of our trip. My husband died and…read morewe had used Rick for our scatterings for both my in-laws so we knew we would have a beautiful send off. Rick answered all our questions even when we called to make sure everything would be ok. Even when we called just to make sure more then once. His attention to making sure he was here for us to make the scattering the best and poignant it could be. He held off the boat because my brother in law was stuck in traffic. Once we placed the wreath in the water he circled several times so we could say goodbye. He even ordered us up a rainbow. ( no lie!) I would recommend the new sea angler for your loved ones scattering and even a fishing trip if you're so inclined! This guy is the real deal!

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