This is our second trip out with Steve with my 10 year old. Se went out to Cachuma this morning. We…read morewanted to get on some trout which we did and my son wanted to switch to bass half way through the trip. Steve got us on some great fish but is also great with my son! Feels like a no brainer if you are fishing local lakes to get in touch with Rich Tauber Fishing.

My first half-day trip with Rich. Great day! Got a lot of nice fish and one big porker! Definitely…read morewill be back!!

Lorenzo guided us on a fantastic fishing trip to Lake Pyramid. We were a dad, 9-year old son, and…read more7-year old daughter. They are deskbound STEM and musical instruments type kids. They don't get out enough. This was their first fishing trip. I didn't know what to expect. I thought I'd be hearing (1 hour into the trip), "Dad, I'm bored. When are we going home? Can we get off the boat?" Nope, they loved it. Lorenzo has a customized fishing boat with a top-of-the-line engine in back; a smaller engine in front (to slowly trawl the waters while fishing); a state-of-the-art fishfinder; and all the rods, hooks, and live bait (worms) that we needed. He did all the work. He taught my kids how to fish; hooked the bait; and untangled all the tangles. We caught large catfish; two smaller fish; and one humungous 6.5 lb. large-mouthed striped bass. That's right--we caught dinner. As a bonus, Lorenzo even cleaned the fish for us afterward. We'll be coming back.

Booked a second lesson with Lorenzo for my 12 year old son. This time he took us out on his boat to…read moreLake Castaic. It was a beautiful day. Lorenzo was patient, experienced and fun. He encouraged my son and we had an excellent day. He caught more than 10 fish under Lorenzo's tutelage! I would recommend Lorenzo to anyone looking to learn the craft of fishing from someone professional with passion and kindness. He does not disappoint! We will be booking another lesson soon!

Just got off the boat yesterday. A great boat and great crew. Been on the boat many times…read more Definitely will be back out again on it.

Allow me to open with a brief anecdote to illustrate the talent of Capt. Tucker:…read more On our last trip, in 5 ft. seas out of the northwest, and 20 knots of wind out of the northeast, Tucker held the boat over a reef in 320 ft. of water like we were sitting on anchor. To say this skipper and crew are outstanding is an understatement. After a lifetime of being on boats as both customer and crew, I can honestly tell you that the Mirage runs a high quality operation. Veteran deckhand Ryan and the whole crew are always, and I mean ALWAYS, Johnny on the spot if you need a fish gaffed, if you get a tangle, if you lose a rig and need it re-tied... Just amazing. The boat sleeps 24, and it's no foo foo pleasure cruise, but comfortable and a pretty good ride. A full galley with indoor seating, plenty of deck space, and double bait tank capacity makes this a great platform for overnight fishing to the outer islands. Little extras like keeping lingcod and other delicate fish in the ice water hold below decks for the trip, the positive and polite crew, and one of the most knowledgeable young skippers on the coast makes this my favorite boat for rockfishing. They simply find fish, and do everything they can to help you out them on the boat. These guys earn their tips and greatly appreciate the opportunity to truly work hard for you. Fish cleaning on the boat is professional and neat... Buck a fish, $2 for lingcod and other select bigguns. Ever get a whiff of rotting fish carcasses in your trash cans after a few days in the sun? Worth every penny and then some. Whether you're a veteran or a novice, this crew will take care of your fishing needs.

Capt JT was a fantastic guide. I came from MN to take my son and 2 grandsons on their first pacific…read morecharter fish. The youngest is 4 and Capt JT was so awesome with both boys. We saw a lot of fish we have never seen before and had a very memorable day. Thank you Capt JT for helping us make amazing memories together.

There's not enough that can be said about fishing with Capt. JT!…read more1st, just out of the harbor you'll know you're safe and on the way to an incredible experience. Then, relax while your knowledgeable captain cruises you along out to the islands. Your choice or his for what you're targeting, but you'll enjoy the day either way. This was our 3rd trip with Capt. JT and there will be many more.

What a nice day for a little excursion out of Oxnard toward Anacanda Island we were hoping to see…read morewhales but only saw a few entertains pods of Dolphins! Had a nice ride on the Ranger 85.

My husband and his friends had a wonderful experience with this fishing excursion. The boat and…read moregalley were both very clean. The crew were exceptionally expierenced and helpful. The ship cook did a great job and there were plenty of menu choices, beverages, and snacks available for purchase. Over all the entire fishing group caught more fish then expected. The captain knew exactly where to fish for both assorted white fish and halibut. The berth/location was easy to find and there was plenty of parking. Fishing pole rentals are also available. The crew did an excellent job filleting all the fish and were happy to do so. We will most definietly be back!

Went on a Monday with my son (11yrs) old for a 5 hour fishing trip. Eric and his deckhand (Jeremy)…read moreare awesome dudes who made our fishing experience really memorable. Between my son and I, we caught over 40+ fish each, mainly sandbass and Calico's. On the ride out the marina we even saw a few dolphins . The boat was very clean and spacious. The cabin area has two extra seats. Jeremy and Eric were helping us out by switching out gear and at times baiting our live bait. Jeremy fillet our fish for us as well . Eric was taking pictures and videos of my son and I. If you are looking for a great fishing experience, these dues are the BEST!!

Overall a good experience. Only stopped in one stop for bottom feeders. Not sure if that was just…read moreeasy for them or all that was available. Helpful crew

My family wanted to do something completely different for a change. We have been to Magic Mountain,…read moreDisneyland (expensive too), the movies, BBQ at the park and the beach. We went online to look for something and my son who loves to fish saw the website for the Breakwater Charter. I'm not a fan of boats or the water, but I'll try anything once. Well the kids and the wife LOVED the adventure! We sailed with Captain Bob and had a blast. The water was not to bad, my son fished with Capt Bob assisting (instead of at the jetty). The rest of the family and a couple friends had a wonderful time just enjoying each others company, no cell phones, no tablets and no TV, it was heaven being out on the open water. We got to see the seals playing, other boaters relaxing too and fishing and kayakers. The Islands were magnificent and a sight to see. We are planning another boat trip soon, this was truly a fun and happy experience for the entire family.

From the owner: The Breakwater is pleased to share a new season of Island Adventures and Sportfishing in 2016. We…read morewant you to join us in the fun! We offer a wide variety of Island Adventure trips to the Channel Islands for single day Fishing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Hiking trips and more. Our boat is the perfect private getaway for a family or group of friends. The Breakwater is available for private charters, with accomodations for up to 6 people. The advantage of a private charter aboard the Breakwater provides passengers with all the necessary amenities offered by larger sport fishing vessels, but gives you more room to fish, less tangles and leaves you with a more intimate experience. Whether it's fishing, taking a tour around the islands, spending the day with friends or family or even a burial at sea, the Breakwater will create a memorable day on the water. Call us today to book your trip at: 805.302.9240

I had a wonderful time fishing with this boat!!!! The captain was very knowledgeable and…read moreprofessional. 5 BIG STARS!!!! I highly recommend them!!!!

I went on the Gentleman yesterday May 31st with my 2 sons, dad and sister and it was an absolute…read moreBLAST! I loved everyone on the crew!!! Vern, Louie, Aaron, (I'm so sorry I never caught his name, very very sweet man who busted his butt in the galley making sure everyone was fed was extremely awesome as well) and the captain! I've been fishing all my life with my dad as a kid but only a handful of times deep sea fishing (I'm more of a lake fisher) so I'm definitely NOT the greatest!!! But the crew literally cared about everyone on board and went around making sure everyone was ok and taken care of and helped everyone reel in a fish! My older son wasn't having much luck so the galley man (again sorry I wish I knew your name :() he wanted to make sure my son got to reel in a fish and he made my sons day!! Thank you so much for that experience for him!! Then Vern came to my rescue and helped me catch a rock fish! I loved how you can just see and tell how sweet everyone on the crew was and how helpful everyone is!! Louie was such a sweetheart he saw my dad was getting a little seasick and he kept asking how my dad was doing and it just meant the world to me! I'll definitely be back on the Gentleman and I really hope it's all the same crew because you all made the day so much more exciting and enjoyable! Never change! Stay awesome!! See yall soon!!

Davey's Locker Room gave us an absolutely amazing fishing experience. We rented their premier…read morefishing rods, reels, and tackle, for the day and everything was top-notch. We caught a bunch of different varieties of fish, and I was even competing for the top fish of the day! The boat itself was excellent, and the entire experience was smooth, fun, and memorable. The people on the boat were awesome, and the crew members went above and beyond for everyone. They were respectful, helpful, hardworking, and brought great energy the whole trip. My buddy flew in from Texas for our yearly fishing trip tradition, and this trip could not have gone better. We honestly couldn't be happier and will definitely be back. Highly recommend Davey's Locker Room for anyone looking for a great day of fishing! Thanks capt Phil! What an experience! This was the 3/4 day

Another great day on the Freelance! Mike and Wyatt were always on point to help out anytime they…read morewere needed! Caught our limits for Rockfish, Salmon Grouper and Sculpin. Cap definitely knows the right spots!!