Deep sea fishing, sometimes referred to as charter fishing, is one of the most exhilarating angling experiences available. The thrill of landing a cod, haddock or even a shark and then hauling it in is second to none, and will have you coming back time and time again. Deep sea fishing has become hugely popular up and down the coast of Maine, with chartered trips running throughout the summer taking everyone from beginners to seasoned professionals for a taste of the action.
What is Deep Sea Fishing?
As the name suggests, deep sea fishing takes place several miles off coast where the waters are much colder and deeper. Chartered trips can go anywhere from a few miles to seventy miles off coast depending on what species they are targeting and the time of year. Particularly good spots for deep sea fishing include ledges and other obstructions on the seabed which are used as current breakers.
There are several methods employed by deep sea fisherman. Commercially and occasionally on chartered trips, nets are used which allow for large hauls of fish to be caught by trawling over large areas. However, most pleasure trips stick to using heavy duty rods and equipment...