CharkBait 2011 Charter Schedule and Boat Information
Long Range Trips from San Diego CA

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While I'm a dedicated private boater, there are times when the big boats really represent the best way to get on the water and catch some fish. This can certainly be the case fishing the better San Diego based sportfishers under a limited load charter. It's definitely the right call on a longer distance voyage. You've got no worries, no maintenance, big range, great service and a tremendous overall experience when you ride the right boat, with the right bunch of guys and gals. Best of all, on a limited load private charter of a long range boat, you've got room, comfort, and a low pressure setting for your fishing. 

For folks new to long range style fishing, our trips are tops for making your time enjoyable and stress free experiences.  The people are polite at the rail, and a lot of fun in the galley.  It's relaxed.  Our trips are great for gals and guys, seniors and younger anglers will find accommodation.  We have one or two of our staff on the charters, so there's some additional help available, though with the attention of the Red Rooster's deckhands you'll find you can get all the help you need and some great advice too! We've had folks fly in from Maine to Washington to enjoy these trips, and they've been big fans of the quality of the experience. This past year we had a guest from England join us, too. Really, this is a great vacation and quite economical when you consider the accommodations, food, and entertainment (fishing) provided.

We have had great charters aboard the RRIII the last few years and look forward to our trips again this year aboard the Red Rooster, Shogun and Royal Polars.  To complement our RRIII trips, we've added two more trips this year. In the spring we'll head off aboard the Shogun for a trip to San Clemente Island. We'll leave on Friday and return early Monday morning.  Perhaps we'll get into some white seabass, yellowtail, rockfish and maybe some Calico Bass'n, too. One of the beauties of this trip will be having two evenings to fish the island. If the navy closes the island down, we'll travel into Mexican waters to target ling cod, rockfish and some yellowtail. Mid-Summer we'll ride the Royal Polaris for another three day'r. This time we'll be targeting offshore tuna, maybe albacore or other pelagic fish. Then in September it's off on our Red Rooster III trip to Guadalupe Island, and in November our 10 day trip will head out in search of the variety of fishing long range trips are known the world over for providing. Each trip is very different, each will be a great time aboard wonderful boats with some good folks.

Guadalupe Island fishing is a bit different than your basic 1-3 day open water trip. You're fishing "on the hook" along Tuna Alley. You're using the current to help move the bait away from the boat, to where the big yellowfin are waiting. As a result, there can be a crowd by the corner.  Please take the time to view our video from 2002.  You'll see what I mean.  Limiting the number of fishermen  enhances the experience. There won't be anyone hogging the rail, no one will be casting over you while you've got a fish hanging. Limiting the number of fishermen will raise the cost of the trip a bit, but it will provide a better experience for all those aboard. We'll plan on booking 26 anglers for the four day charter, plus one as a means of covering cancellations. One or two  of us from CharkBait will be aboard, and we won't be fishing fulltime.  So, count on space at the rail, just like last year's trip.

The Fine Print
Booking your trip early ensures a space, also it allows you a lower number on the troll and kite fishing rotations.  You can also reserve your stateroom by booking early.  Rates include all items mentioned as included below.  You'll be billed 50% upon confirmation to reserve your spot.  The balance will be billed 30 days prior to leaving on the trip. Credit card payments are acceptable for all trips, however there will be a 3% upcharge.  This is the practice of the landings. If you are unable to go on the trip you'll be refunded 100% with 30 day notice provided we can book someone else in your space. As long as we can fill your spot we'll refund the entire amount you've paid. Given that the trip is limited load, it's suggested you book your trip as soon as possible. Booking your trip early ensures your spot, it moves you to the front of the line in terms of cabin selection, trolling rotation, kite rotation, tackle box placement on deck, rod placement on deck....

2005 10 Day Jackpot: Howard Konishi @ 306 yellowfin tuna, John Tompson @ 255, Paul Heggstad @ 253

About the Boats:

The Red Rooster III

Includes:  Prices include berth, meals, bait and clearances.   The charter price does not include Mexican or California fishing permits, fuel surcharge (if any) beer or soda.
 

Boat Description (click on the boat to visit the Red Rooster III website, the following is from their text) 
When you fish aboard the RED ROOSTER III you will be fishing in style. She is a custom aluminum yacht built exclusively for long range sportfishing. Designed with the fisherman in mind, her 105 feet of fishing luxury combines speed and ability with extreme comfort. The RED ROOSTER III features sixteen private air conditioned staterooms with hot and cold water wash basins. Each stateroom is fully carpeted, with plenty of storage and large comfortable berths. There are reading lights in every berth, electrical outlets for your convenience and large mirrors above each wash basin.

The spacious main salon and galley area of the RED ROOSTER III is the hub of activity where you can relax and discuss the days catch with your fellow fisherman. In the lounge you will enjoy the large oval couch and wet bar with two ice makers. Music maybe piped throughout the boat and video movies are shown in the galley area. There are a variety of VCR tapes to choose from aboard, if you have a favorite you would like to share please feel free to bring it. For a feeling of true luxury, you will enjoy the teak, stylish fabrics, and carpet throughout the interior. For your convenience there are five heads and five fresh hot water showers aboard.

On deck, the RED ROOSTER III shows she is a sportfishing yacht with a mission in mind. There is a tremendous amount of fishing and rail space. The large refrigerated fish holds will carry your catch "first day fresh" back to San Diego. A large four compartment bait tank on the stern and two slammer's below deck will take care of your live bait needs. If you feel like kicking back and relaxing in the fresh sea breeze you will no doubt be heading for the spacious sun deck.

In the RED ROOSTER III's large engine room there are three Lugger Diesel 12V71 main engines with twin disc Model 514 3:1 reduction gears that give a total of 1350 horsepower at the propellers. There are two 4-71 Lugger Diesels turning 75 K.W. Kato A.C. generators. Two A.M.F. water-makers keep her four-thousand gallon fresh water tanks full for all your needs. This along with the vast array of brine, bait, bilge, fuel and fire pumps make safety at sea an easy task. Three fuel tanks with a capacity of eighteen-thousand, combined with her extremely economical power plants, will allow the RED ROOSTER III to travel from San Diego to the Hawaiian Islands and back on one fueling.

On the bridge of the RED ROOSTER III the electronics are first rate, they include a color enhanced omni-directional scanning sonar and a standby color directional sonar. A Global Positioning Satellite navigation system with an integral video display. The G.P.S. pinpoints ship location within a few feet and displays the information on an electronic chart, allowing un-paralleled accuracy to the hot fishing spot every time. A computerized infra-red satellite imaging system scans world wide to displays weather patterns, sea temperatures and current breaks on a color monitor. The RED ROOSTER III has a Furuno 64 mile radar with plotter that synchronizes with the G.P.S. to give pin point location on a navigational chart at the push of a button, very high tech. The Rooster also carries a 48 nautical mile "short range" radar as backup.

Other electronics include two digital synthesized single side band radios, weatherfax, a ham radio outfit, two multi-channel scanning V.H.F. radios with directional finding capability, Sperry auto-pilot, watch-alert, three fathometers and programmable depth alarm. Add to this list miscellaneous equipment such as intercom, sea-water temperature indicator, a 40 channel C.B. and an extensive bank of monitoring equipment and warning alarms. One of the most impressive things about all this equipment is that it is organized in a extremely "user friendly" manner, which gives RED ROOSTER III the ability to do her job quite efficiently. For your convenience a satellite phone is available. This enables access to family and business as easily as if you were home.

The RED ROOSTER III is inspected and licensed annually by both the American Bureau of Shipping and the U.S. Coast Guard confirming her exceptional water-tight integrity, stability, and safety. You simply cannot find a better vessel.

The Independence

The is 112 feet in length, 32 feet wide, one of the largest boats in the fleet. She has a modern steel hull with aluminum super structure to reduce weight for an extra stable ride and drift, with increased speed. The boat boast a 700 plus scoop bait capacity! There are 250 rod holders, so doing doubt that you'll have plenty of room for your gear on this boat... She's got a 6000 mile range, and the speed to get to where the fish are first. And, once you've caught your fish, there are 4 extra large fish holds to keep 'em in prime condition for when you come back home. This is one of the newer boats in the fleet, but she's also staffed by a very experienced crew with top notch skippers. Truly, this is one of the best long range boats operating our of San Diego.

Royal Polaris

The Royal Polaris is still the fastest long-range sportfisher in the world! She is 113 feet in length with a 29 foot beam and is driven by three 3412 Caterpillar diesels. Her range is virtually unlimited due to her enormous fuel, bait and refrigerated fish storage capacities. She is equipped with all the latest navigational and fish-finding gear. The Royal Polaris' reputation as the world's most outstanding sportfishing operation, is well deserved.

Her catch record is unsurpassed and includes a long list of record-breaking trips.

Of the most recent highlights, July 22, 1997, the Royal Polaris established a record catch of 783 Albacore, 12 Bluefin Tuna and 3 Yellowfin Tuna in one day.

The Royal Polaris' greatest claim to success is her superior crew: Frank LoPreste, Steve Loomis, Dharyl Shelbourne, Roy Rose, John Takata, Joe D'Amico and Billy Santiago have been with us for many years and make up the nucleus of our crew.

For many Years the cuisine on the Royal Polaris has been rated as the finest in the fleet. Chefs Jim Guyot, Marc Maluda and Jim Stong are constantly creating a fine variety of meals. All dinners include homemade bread and pastries which are made daily aboard the Royal Polaris. In addition to three delightful meals a day, fresh baked goods are served mid-morning and horsd'oeuvres are served every evening. Snacks and fresh fruit are always available. Those passengers that have special dietary requests are always pleased.

Accommodations aboard the Royal Polaris are first class. She boasts 18 air-conditioned staterooms (some with private heads) and a beautifully appointed lounge with spacious seating for 30 people. TV, VCR and a stereo are available for your entertainment. There are comfortable lounging facilities on the upper deck for the pleasure of sun worshippers.

All the boats are first class, legendary operations with crews dedicated to providing memorable and positive experiences for their guests. I can think of no better way to get away, relax, and experiencing fishing at it's best.