What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Haleiwa, Hawaii for the first time?
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Tess Timothy
'Ewa Beach, Hawaii
Sunscreen, sunglasses, Dramamine the night before and an hour before fishing. Ice cooler for your take home filets, food and drink for the day (they have a cooler you will use for that) tip the crew. They earn it

Jon Horton
Hilo, Hawaii
We had never gone deep sea fishing and that was what we wanted to do. So we went deep and caught a marlin. If we wanted to catch more fish we probably would have fished more inshore but my sons wanted to go deep for the big fish.

Jeff Sirovina
Cudahy, WI
If you have never done it before eat some ginger or take a Dramamine the seas are the seas the rough but not crazy. First word advice. If you’re not used to it don’t drink on the boat I’m talking alcohol that is otherwise have a great time.

Alexander Davidson
Genola, UT
The fishing could be slow it could be fast you are indeed taking a risk whenever you go but I beleave you have good chances going on this charter. Prepair for big waves and lots of rocking, it will be very difficult to stand on your own without a firm handhold. Be ready to help when called on beacuse it will happen at a moment's notice.

Bob Nickelson
Rochester, MN
North Shore fishing is not like mainland fishing and can get a bit rough. Take your Dramamine the night before if you even remotely think you might get sea sick. The upside is there are some mighty big sea creatures in those waters with some really beautiful scenery!!!

Sarah Bradford
Orem, UT
I have no experience with fishing seasons... But we didn't even have a bite. The kids spent all thier hard earned allowance on an expensive boat ride. Not the captains fault... But they were super bummed.

Jeff Melitski
Bernardsville, NJ
It's fishing, not catching. Don't have expectations, just enjoy the experience. It's a magical place and you will have memories for a lifetime.

Becca Akbari
Wixon Valley, TX
You will have a blast with these guys! Be ready to catch some fish and make some amazing memories!

Lana Gronwald
Honolulu, HI
Trolling off Haleiwa can take time. Trust the crew. If the fish are biting they will find them.

Christopher Manes
Cumming, GA
Fishing was tough this day but that.can happen any place at any time. Still had a blast being on the water.

Sandy Henley
Honolulu, Hawaii
Even with pictures and GPS it took us a while to find the pier, so don't get frustrated. The water was very choppy on the way out, so take your Dramamine before you go if you get motion sick

Melanie Amatulli
Honolulu, Hawaii
Just be aware, it’s not just a boat - the waves up north can be rough so consider gering sea sick.

Richard Deegan
The charter was top notch. It’s too bad the fish weren’t biting. They want it as bad as us or more.

John Cuneo
Seattle, Washington
Fishing is an experience, and not all about the catch. Bring a chill attitude, relax, soak in the environment and if the fish are willing, you'll bring them in.

Jeremiah Williams
Round Rock, TX
These waters are not a "first timer" fishing - the waters can be rough. Be ready w/ a scopolamine patch!

Danny Capps
Auberry, CA
Be ready to get wet if the swells are big! And stretch out before reeling in the big ones.

Ladislao Montero
El Paso, Texas
Expect a lot of options with fish available. Rocky ride back to shore, but still enjoyable.

Tim Stachura
Sterling Heights, MI
Sunblock and a rain poncho cause it does bowls all day long, and expect to have fun