Fishing San Francisco
Guided Fishing Trips in San Francisco
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About The Captain Steve Talmadge
Captain Steve Talmadge has seriously fished the San Francisco Bay waters since 1970, both commercial and sport fishing. He has a Coast Guard Masters License and is fully insured. He likes to guide small groups; no more than 6 anglers per trip. This allows for personal attention to all. With 3 children of his own, he is especially patient with children on the boat. Capt. Steve loves to fish! You will frequently find him fishing other waters on his vacations. Fishing with Capt. Steve is fun even on a slow day, like fishing with your buddy. He is open to all questions and likes helping people with their fishing skills. His aim is to make you smile and to watch your excitement! For examples of his success, go to the photo page and see some happy fishermen.
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Select Your Trip, Buy a license, Pack your meals....
And leave all the rest to Captain Steve Talmadge!
All trips include everything needed except your fishing license and your meals (complimentary snacks and beverages are available).
You will use Hand built custom rods by Vic’s Custom Rods are set up by Capt. Steve Talmadge 
prior to each trip for the type of fishing booked. Capt. Steve Talmadge uses Avet reels on all Vic’s custom rods. There are also rods & reels available for lefties! And, of course your own equipment is always welcome.
Ask Capt. Steve Talmadge any questions about how to best set up your rod & reel prior to your trip. Two speed reels are available for children (or anyone else who wants to use one). Deck chairs are available. All trips include Capt. Steve’s personal service. He will assist with everything, even casting if needed. However, you should fight and land your own fish. Capt. Steve Talmadge will clean and fillet your fish before you leave.
Capt. Steve also conducts fishing seminars, so feel free to ask questions at any time. On board seminars can also be arranged. When fishing San Francisco Bay, you may experience spectacular views of San Francisco, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Angel Island, the Farallon Islands, the Pacific Coast, sea otters and if you are really lucky, an occasional whale may appear. People visit from all over the world to see these sights!
Bring your camera; the Capt. is also a photographer and always willing to take pictures of you and your catch!
BOOKING A TRIP
Call Captain Steve Talmadge prior to booking your fishing adventure at 510-851-2500
Trip Prices: Include everything except fishing license and your meal.
Summer Season 1/2 Day Open Boat Guided Trip
$120* Open Boat per Angler – Minimum of 4 Anglers per trip
$600* 1 Day Private Charter (Whole Boat) up to 6 Anglers Maximum
Summer Season Open Boat Guided Trip$175* Open Boat per Angler – Minimum of 4 Anglers per trip
Summer Season Private Guided Charter
$900* 1 Day Private Charter (Whole Boat) up to 6 Anglers Maximum
Capt. Steve usually leaves the dock by 6:30 a.m. and returns at a time that works for the group. If you charter the boat, you can adjust the fishing time to fit your schedule. There is light tackle available on board for the sportsman. When salmon trolling, every angler gets a Scotty electric down rigger. Live bait is usually available.
*Salmon, Striped Bass, Halibut, Rockfish, Ling Cod.
Winter Season Open Boat Guided Trip
$135** Open Boat per Angler – Minimum of 4 Anglers per trip
Winter Season Private Guided Charter
$750** 1 Day Private Charter (Whole Boat) up to 6 Anglers Maximum
**Sturgeon, Striped Bass - Most trips will go 10-12 hours – if you charter the boat, you can adjust the fishing time to fit your schedule. Capt. Steve prefers to fish the good tides, which is better for fishing. This means longer trips and start times vary – it could be morning, noon or night. Day & night trips are available.
Tuna Guided Trip$300 per Angler, Open Boat – Minimum of 4 Anglers per trip
$1,500, 1 Day Private Charter (Whole Boat) up to 6 Anglers Maximum
On Board BBQs and Parties
Add $250.00 to the cost of a charter and stay on the boat until 7:30 pm.
Later end times are available. For more information click On Board Parties with and with out a fishing trip contact Captain Steve at 510 851-2500
US Coast Guard Licensed vessel. All Trips Include Quality Rods, Reels, Tackle & Bait. Just Bring Your Fishing License & Lunch. Instruction included (when needed) - Great for Beginners (fishing licenses available on boat)
Call Captain Steve Talmadge prior to booking your fishing adventure at 510-851-2500
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