Water Dog noun
A person possessing skills used in the nautical realm, who is at ease in or on the water, and enjoys the maritime environment.
WATER DOG FISHING CHARTERS
STONE HARBOR, NJ
FISHING FUN FOR EVERYONE
We offer back bay fishing and crabbing charters and nature tours on the beautiful waters surrounding Stone Harbor and Avalon, NJ.
We’ve got fish with your name on them and can’t wait to see you catch them! Your guide, Captain Gabe, brings decades of knowledge and experience, including over 20 years of service in the U.S. Coast Guard. Gabe has been a licensed charter boat captain since 2002. He grew up fishing on the same waters he'll be guiding you on.
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You’ll be fishing onboard a 21' center console, with a quiet 2024 Yamaha four-stroke outboard, and outfitted with modern electronics networked to a Minn Kota trolling motor.
We can accommodate four passengers/anglers.​​​ Planning a family adventure? Kids are more than welcome!
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is bring snacks, drinks and whatever else you want to be comfortable and have a good time. Your captain will provide high quality rods and reels and all other needed gear. ​After the catch, Capt Gabe will meticulously clean your fish for enjoyment at the table.
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Is fishing not your thing? That’s no reason to stay off the water. We offer guided nature tours as well. There are beautiful sights to see, including unique bird species and dolphins. Observing what the area has to offer from the water is a special experience not to be missed. Let your captain do the navigating while you kick back and see the sights.
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We are excited to have Capt Hanna join the team for the 2026 season. Hanna brings over 14 years of experience as a licensed Master Captain and Boating Safety Instructor. Having grown up on the same waterways she’ll be guiding you on, she offers unmatched local knowledge. Additionally, Hanna is a certified SCUBA dive master and avid spear fisher. Her professional experience also includes teaching high school students natural sciences and regularly leading field activities in various subjects like commercial fishing, boat handling, marine biology, ecology and other outdoor vocational skills. She is a very knowledgeable outdoorswoman with a deep love of nature and a knack for sharing that passion.
Check out our trip options to see what we can do for you. If you have a preference regarding your captain, just let us know. We hope you come aboard for a day of making memories on the water!
"Gabe was an awesome guide. My son and I had a great time on our trip. Gabe made the experience even more enjoyable due to his great personality and knowledge. By far the best guide I have been with in my fishing experience." Jeff L.
"Captain Berkey was a very good host. He made us feel very welcome and comfortable. Made it very clear the day was ours to spend however we wanted. We caught quite a few flounder and a few other varieties. The boat was very clean and well maintained. Definitely would recommend and go with him next time in the area." Matthew L.
“ Capt. Gabe’s knowledge of the area and structure on the bottom is extremely evident. He put us right on the flounder and when we were lucky enough to get our limit we went looking for triggerfish. When we saw some birds and baitfish, he was even ready to throw some metal for bluefish. He was prepared for whatever the day provided and sent us home with a cooler of fish.” Eric U.
"Another amazing day on the water! This was our second trip with Water Dog Fishing Charters, and once again, it was excellent. We reeled in flounder and an enormous cownose ray. Despite tough conditions from recent storms, Capt. Gabe still put us right on the fish. It was another unforgettable memory-making day with the family. He's incredibly family-friendly and did an outstanding job. Capt. Gabe is a rock star!"
R.C.
