Captain
Dan McGivney

Member since April 2018 Point Pleasant Beach, United States
Background
I grew up in the New Jersey shore area and I have loved fishing since I was a kid. I have been fishing for more than 30 years in the waters of the Manasquan Inlet, and anywhere from New York to Cape May. Fishing tournaments are my passion, and I have participated in numerous local competitions. When it comes to the winnings, one of the most unforgettable ones was catching a 456 lb Mako Shark in Jersey Coast Shark Anglers (JCSA) Mako Tournament in 1995. I am also the president of Greater Point Pleasant Charter Boat Association, RFA, NJOA, and NACO, and a former president of Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. My goal is to make sure that both my guests and my crew have an amazing time while fishing together.
Techniques
I love all types of fishing and use various techniques. From bottom fishing, chumming, and trolling, to live lining, I'll do whatever it takes to put the fish in the box.

Hey, I'm Captain Dan McGivney

Point Pleasant Beach, Verenigde Staten
Background
I grew up in the New Jersey shore area and I have loved fishing since I was a kid. I have been fishing for more than 30 years in the waters of the Manasquan Inlet, and anywhere from New York to Cape May. Fishing tournaments are my passion, and I have participated in numerous local competitions. When it comes to the winnings, one of the most unforgettable ones was catching a 456 lb Mako Shark in Jersey Coast Shark Anglers (JCSA) Mako Tournament in 1995. I am also the president of Greater Point Pleasant Charter Boat Association, RFA, NJOA, and NACO, and a former president of Jersey Coast Shark Anglers. My goal is to make sure that both my guests and my crew have an amazing time while fishing together.
Techniques
I love all types of fishing and use various techniques. From bottom fishing, chumming, and trolling, to live lining, I'll do whatever it takes to put the fish in the box.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(203 reviews)
Angler's choice
Point Pleasant Beach
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Trips from US $200

Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 203 reviews
Boot
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (368)
Weather challenged, but Captain Dan got us on some fish
Weather challenged, but Captain Dan got us on some fish
November fishing trip
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Deanna C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Dan & Ken & about 200 Sea Bass!

GECONTROLEERD   6 hour striper special on Oktober 26, 2025
This was the best fishing trip our family has ever taken. We were reeling in keepers the minute we dropped our lines in. Dan...
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Chris H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

The Megan Beth is the best!

GECONTROLEERD   1/2 Day Specials on Augustus 16, 2025
We greatly enjoyed a very memorable 1/2 day of fishing on the Megan Beth with captain Dan and first mate Tim. We caught lotsa...
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Laura C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Experience

GECONTROLEERD   1/2 Day Specials on Juli 5, 2025
Dan and Tim made this an excellent experience for our family.ย  They took the time to explain the types of fish we would be...
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Scott E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Weather challenged, but Captain Dan got us on some fish

GECONTROLEERD   NIEUW  6 hour striper special on November 19, 2025
Weather forcasters were wrong!ย  But Captain Dan got us on a couple of catches.ย  Weโ€™re looking forward to the next trip...
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Geraldine L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bravo Captain Dan and Ken!

GECONTROLEERD   1/2 Day Specials on Oktober 6, 2025
What a beautiful day on the water thanks to Captain Dan and Ken!! They made it an unforgettable experience for both a very...
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