Captain Vinny Vetere (Master 100 ton) Captain Vinny Vetere’s fifty years of Striped Bass fishing in New York Bight Area guarantees your trip will be one of the most memorable you'll ever have. When he was 11 years old he started working in Sheepshead Bay aboard the Amberjack III as a deckhand puller. Within a few years he worked his way up to first mate. At the age of 16 he owned his first boat which he used every evening after the big boat came in. Prior to 1984 Capt. Vinny worked as a commercial Striped Bass fisherman. It was with this fish money he paid his way thru 6 years of college. There were many days when he & his partner Nick would deliver more than 1000lbs of bass to the Fulton Fish Market. After owning 11 new boats over 35 years he teamed with True World Marine in New Jersey to design the perfect fishing/charter boat. He was at the factory everyday to guide & help build the Katfish. There is truly no other boat like her. The knowledge developed from a lifetime of fishing and working on party boats is combined to insure your fishing success. A NYC teacher by training (now retired), Captain Vetere’s reputation as a charter captain and industry leader are well known and highly respected.

2025 Katfish Charter Rates 3/4 Day (6 hrs) - $970 Full Day (8 hrs) - $1200 Walk-ons when available, are $200 per angler On certain days we will have use of "Finders Fee". It is a new 43" Tiara with all the comforts of home. Due to the extra fuel costs, there is a surcharge of $200 per trip on inshore trips with this boat. Walk-ons will be $250 per person.

Katfish Policies

Prices are based on up to 4 guests. For each additional guest (up to 6) add $75 Prices are based on Diesel Fuel not exceeding $8/gal
Cancellations caused by an act of Mother Nature will be re-booked on a later date that is agreeable between both parties. All trips that cannot be re-booked will result in return of deposit. Rain is not a reason for cancellation. Always double check the night before for local weather forecasts. The Captain always strives for a comfortable trip and will present the party with sea conditions before leaving the dock. Inclement weather cancellations will be determined by the Captain only. Only the Captain reserves the right to cancel the charter with a full refund or reschedule. Customer cancellations with less than 1 week notice will result in loss of deposit (no refund). Customer cancellations with more than 1 week notice will be re-booked on a later date that is agreeable between both parties. Mates work for tips only. 20 % is customary tipping policy for hard working, knowledgeable, and friendly mates. The mate works hard to raise, boat and clean your catch. Please extend your appreciation and courtesy for his effort. No drugs or hard liquor allowed on board. No glass containers Drunkenness will not be tolerated and will bring an early end to your day. No firearms or illegal drugs allowed on board. Katfish Charters is maintained for the comfort and safety of our passengers. Anyone carelessly damaging the vessels or its equipment will be charged for the repairs and replacement. Fish will be cleaned and packaged to your request. Anglers should dress comfortably and appropriately as the season dictates. Usually the mornings start off cool and the day gets warmer from thereon. Dress in layers. Please no black heeled shoes . Travel light; please limit yourself to one cooler for drinks and meals. If your party needs catering we can arrange for any type of food desired. We will provide all bait and tackle. If you will be bringing and using your favorite rod let us know in advance. Please use your common sense on board, when you are boarding, and when you are disembarking. Boats are not stationary, decks may be wet. Please hold handrails at all times and please supervise your children at all times. We are not responsible for any of your personal property including fishing rods or any other equipment or property.We are not responsible for any damage to vehicles parked on NYC Streets, you do so at your own risk. Please retain only the fish you will eat. We practice Catch & Release for future generations: "Only when the last tree has been cut down; Only when the last river has been poisoned; Only when the last fish has been caught; Only then will you find that money cannot be eaten."

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Location Atlantis Marina 180 Mansion Ave Staten Island, NY
Call or Text Us Today! 917-693-8908
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email: Katfishcharters@outlook.com OR Vinny@Autoexec.net About the Captain Captain Vinny Vetere (Master 100 ton) Captain Vinny Vetere’s fifty-five years of Striped Bass fishing in New York Bight Area guarantees your trip will be one of the most memorable you'll ever have. When he was 11 years old he started working in Sheepshead Bay aboard the Amberjack III as a deckhand puller. Within a few years he worked his way up to first mate. At the age of 16 he owned his first boat which he used every evening after the big boat came in. Prior to 1984 Capt. Vinny worked as a commercial Striped Bass fisherman. It was with this fish money he paid his way thru 6 years of college. There were many days when he & his partner Nick would deliver more than 1000lbs of bass to the Fulton Fish Market. After owning 11 new boats over 35 years he teamed with True World Marine in New Jersey to design the perfect fishing/charter boat. He was at the factory everyday to guide & help build the Katfish. There is truly no other boat like her. The knowledge developed from a lifetime of fishing and working on party boats is combined to ensure your fishing success. A NYC teacher by training (now retired), Captain Vetere’s reputation as a charter captain and industry leader are well known and highly respected.