WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING FOR YOUR FISHING TRIP ABOARD JUNE BUG
The crew of June Bug wants to make your charter fishing trip as enjoyable, fun, convenient, safe and comfortable as we possibly can. However, no matter what type of sport fish you are fishing for (Tuna, Marlin, Dolphin/Mahi Mahi, Fluke, Bluefish, or Sea Bass), you will need certain essentials to help ensure your safety and comfort.
The length of your trip is an important consideration when you pack for your June Bug charter.
To help meet your personal needs during the trip, here are some things you need to bring:
Lunch, snacks, beverages, cooler, sunscreens, insect repellant, sunglasses, camera and film or tapes, light foul weather gear, and seasonal clothing. Remember that the temperature of the water where we will be fishing generally controls the air temperature. The air temperature out on the ocean may be a good deal cooler than the air temperatures on land. Please do NOT bring any beverages in glass containers. Glass containers may break and cause safety issues. If you bring glass containers, you will be asked to return such containers to your vehicle before the start of the trip. That may leave you short on beverages or whatever weas in the glass container(s).
Motion sickness medicine can be inexpensive insurance to make sure you have a good fishing trip. If you decide to take motion sickness medication, we strongly recommend that you start taking the medication the night before your trip. Consult with your physician. Also, bring a three (3) days' supply of all of your medications just in case of emergency.
The June Bug crew will limit quantities of beer brought on board. No liquor is permitted aboard.
Please be considerate with the amount of gear that you bring. There is limited storage on board June Bug and most of that is used to store fishing tackle. A moderate sized duffle should be your limit. Your coolers may be used to haul your gear, food, and beverages to the boat. We will then store your belongings in storage compartments and your food and beverages will be placed in the galley refrigerator and in coolers that will be on the boat. You may then return your own coolers to your vehicle to await your return.
June Bug will provide all the bait, tackle, and ice that will be needed during your charter. You may bring your favorite rod, if you wish, as long as it is in good condition with fresh line matched to the game fish you are seeking and you have cleared the use of your own tackle with the Captain prior to your trip. June Bug carries as much aqs 500 pounds of ice to insure that your catch is in the best condition possible when it hits the dock. You will hopefully need a large cooler to take your catch home. The June Bug Crew strongly recommends 1 to 2 pounds of ice for each pound of fillets for your trip home unless you are staying on Long Beach Island. You may have any leftover ice on June Bug at the end of your trip to transport your fish home. This will assure that your catch will arrive at its destination in excellent condition for your dining preparation and enjoyment.
The Mate is available to clean and bag your catch. If you request that the Mate professionally clean, skin, fillet, steak, ice and bag your catch, please make sure that you include an extra amount in the Mate’s tip to cover his time, effort, and skill in properly cleaning and preparing your catch for travel.
