Karen Ann Charters fishes the New York Bight — Jamaica Bay, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Raritan Bay — led by Captain Vinnie, docking at Shell Bank in Howard Beach, Queens. The business fishes 7 days a week with morning and afternoon charters.
Springtime brings trophy-size fish into Jamaica Bay, most notably Striped Bass, as bait moves into the bay and big fish forage on it. Captain Vinnie specializes in live-lining with herring, bunker, eels, and other baitfish for “big baits, big tide, big fish” meat-and-potatoes fishing. Beyond live-lining, the business also caters to purist light tackle anglers and fly-rodders, using a sleek skiff with a livewell, custom casting platform, and state-of-the-art electronics to access the back-bay’s many productive spots.
Fishing isn’t limited to Striped Bass — as the seasons change, the Karen Ann targets a full range of species, including bottom dwellers like tautog, scup, and fluke year-round, plus offshore trips for Shark, Tuna, and Mahi Mahi for anglers wanting a real challenge.
Full-day charters accommodate 1-6 passengers (singles by reservation), with offshore full-day fishing priced by calling directly; gratuity is not included in rates. The business strictly prohibits drugs and alcoholic beverages aboard, with violators returned immediately to port without a refund.
With 25 reviews at a 4.0 average, Karen Ann Charters has built a solid reputation fishing Jamaica Bay and the wider New York Bight.
For anglers looking for a versatile fishing charter out of Howard Beach — from live-lining for trophy striped bass to light tackle, fly fishing, or offshore Shark and Tuna trips — Karen Ann Charters offers an experienced, family-run operation with Captain Vinnie.
