Phantom Sportfishing F

An open party trip is a trip when we sell individual tickets to anglers who want to fish but don't have a group large enough to charter the entire boat. Check the "Open Party" page for upcoming trips. If you have a small group of 3 or 4 anglers and want a specific date, just give us a call and with a little notice, we can usually find you a couple new friends to help share the cost of a charter.

A 50% deposit is required to reserve the PHANTOM. This can be done by either Check or Credit Card. There is a 3% processing fee if you choose to use a credit card. Call Michelle at 562-221-5017 to book.

The balance is due 1 week prior to departure if you are paying by check, 1 day prior if you are paying by credit card, or at the time of departure if you are paying by cash. Make all checks payable to “Phantom Sportfishing” and send to: 375 Redondo Ave #173 Long Beach, Ca 90814. Note your charter date on the check and make sure to include your contact information (Name, phone# & email address)

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?:

Food/Beverage: We have a self-serve galley which means that you bring your own food & beverage and use our galley to prepare your meals. We have a full size refrigerator to store your perishables, and a full size microwave for your use. There is also a hotplate/griddle & Toaster. Hot & cold running water. You can bring 2 (125 qt or smaller) coolers per charter. Alcohol is allowed, but we ask you do not bring glass containers.

Gear/Tackle: Bring your own fishing rods & tackle. Rental rods available, as well as a small assortment of tackle for purchase. Call ahead for availability. The type of tackle needed will vary depending on what fish are biting at the time of your trip Call about a week prior to your trip for the Captains recommendations for Tackle.

License: A fishing license is required if you plan to fish. If you need to purchase a day license, you can do so at the Landing Office for $12.30.

Motion Sickness : If you are prone to motion sickness, or are not sure if you are; it is best to be prepared. Bonine & Dramamine are only effective if you take them at least one hour before getting on the boat. There are also bracelets with acupressure points or Ginger seems to be a natural way to avoid motion sickness.

Clothing: Dress in layers. It is cold at night and hot during the day.

Misc: Other items you may want to bring are sun block, sunglasses, hat, chap stick, camera & cash for parking, jackpot, crew gratuity etc.

Pierpoint Landing offers overnight parking in a designated “Fisherman’s Parking” lot located about 500 feet from the landing. You should unload your gear near the Tackle Office, and have someone in your party purchase a parking token ($3 per vehicle) at the Landing Office. There are dock carts available on the dock for easy transporting your belongings. Then you can park the vehicle in the designated lot.

If you plan to arrive extra early, there are lots of Bars & Restaurants at The Pike” within walking distance of the boat.

The Phantom” leaves the dock at 8:00 pm on the evening before your charter date. You should plan on arriving at the boat at least 45 min before departure so you can load your belongings, Sign in with the crew, and go over some important safety information.

The local waters of Southern California supply year round fishing for bass, halibut, rockfish, with seasonal migrants such as Barracuda, Yellowtail, and White Sea bass. We will take you to the most likely spots to catch fish. Our crew will be happy to provide instruction and give you fishing tips. Just Ask! And remember, it’s called Fishing….Not Catching!

Your charter price includes rental of the boat, bait, and an experienced crew of 2 licensed Captains and a Deck Hand. Fresh hot coffee is made round the clock at your request and our crew will happily clean & fillet your catch. Bunk pillows & blankets are provided for you also.

Crew gratuity is not included or required, but it is very much appreciated. The industry standard is 15%-20% of the charter price for our 3 man crew to share. Our crew works hard for it!

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