We went out for an eight hour striped bass fishing trip with Captain Jason in Portland, Maine. It was our first ever charter and we had an absolute blast. Jason is incredibly knowledgeable about the area and really takes his time sharing his skills with you. It felt like Jason personalized our trip just for us, which is what lots of other reviewers have said too. We started the morning fishing for mackerel for bait, then we drove on to an amazing fishing spot while Jason pointed out several landmarks. It felt like a sightseeing cruise and fishing charter all in one, which made my wife very happy. She got lots of pictures of light houses, seals, and other wildlife. We caught 11 huge striped bass and one was keeper size, which Jason filleted for us. He even gave lots of helpful cooking recommendations. Whether you are a complete beginner or experienced, you really can’t do better than a charter with Captain Jason!

We had a great time on our trip with Jason.  The boat is well equipped and Jason knows the area very well .  The ones that were new to fishing on our trip had a blast catching the mackerel for bait, four at a time .  They also enjoyed pulling up one of Jason’s lobster pots, and seeing the lobster , and hearing about the lobster fishery in Maine.  Fishing was a bit slow this day, but Jason stuck with it and switched up spots a number of times, and we did catch a 28 inch striper.  And Casco Bay scenery is beautiful.  Will definitely give it another try with Jason when we are back up in the area again.

Despite the unusually cold water conditions Jason put our group of four into a position to land three stripers (one each for three fishermen). Two of those landed were very, very (did I say very?) close to being keepers, but our group wasn’t altogether disappointed to release them for someone else to enjoy catching them again. The captain was good company and gave us the benefit of his knowledge of fishing for all species of fish, conditions (weather, tides, wind, and bottom structure), and some Casco Bay history too. I look forward to booking another charter with Whiptail Adventures in the future.

Jason was a great captain and the day was one I won’t forget. Being on the water is so relaxing and even though the ground fishing wasn’t what we hoped for the day we went out, Jason tried his best to find what we could.  Toward the last few minute of the trip my son got the chance to hook onto a shark! The smiles and excitement were just what we all needed.

This is an experience that everyone needs to try and will be unforgettable. It was easy to book and an absolute amazing time with Captain Jason Eaton.