A Legacy of Expertise: Captain Phil is a true 3rd generation fishing captain. His family's legacy began with his grandfather, John, at Johnny's Landing in the 1940s and was cemented by his father, Phil Sr., who founded The Tackle Box in 1976. This deep, inherited knowledge of the Raritan Bay and surrounding waters is what sets him apart.
The Goal: The "Biggest Striped Bass of Your Life": This is the entire focus. Captain Phil and his family's business are synonymous with "trophy striped bass." He is a widely recognized expert whose reports and catches (including fish over 50 pounds) are frequently featured in top regional fishing publications. His goal is to put you on the fish that anglers dream about.