Explorer Fishing Sheepshead Bay

New York's Fastest Fishing Boat

Fastest to the Canyon
Deep Sea Fishing Trips
Capt. John Cosgrove
docked at the
Pier 3 Sheepshead Bay
Brooklyn, NY 11235

Call the Explorer
Phone	(917) 733-5993
Website	www.explorerfishing.com

US Coast Guard Inspected & Certified for Safety

"3,900 Horsepower cruising 30 knots!"
Photo taken on 9/18/03

Metro New York's Fastest Party Boat
85' Solid Fiberglass Super Cruiser
Built in 1995
Many fishing boats claim to be the fastest, but the Explorer out of Sheepshead Bay in Brooklyn IS the fastest. She is equipped with the latest fish finding technology & safety equipment. She has sleeping accommodations for 30 passengers, a full galley and comfortable seating for all.

" Family owned & operated "

Hours of Operation
Trip	Dates	Leaves		Arrives
Day Fishing Trips	Everyday	7:00 a.m.	until	3:00 p.m.
Night Trips	Summer - Every Night	7:30 p.m.	until	2:00 a.m.

Clean Mens & Womens Restrooms Available
Galley, Snack Bar & Cold Drinks Available

Now Fishing!

FASTEST TO THE CANYON
More Fishing Time!

All Trips Include:

Big and Roomy
We supply the Bait
Fast, comfortable & stable ride
Experienced Captain & Mates
Optional Biggest Fish Pool

More Features

Snacks & Sandwiches
Clean Restrooms
Tackle & Rigs available
Rental Poles available for Canton Trips
Professional Fish Cleaning Service

"Friendly & Experienced Captain & Fisherman"

Captain John Cosgrove
Captain John has been fishing his entire life. His top priority is the success of his passengers in fishing the waters of Sheepshead Bay, New York Harbor and those "special haunts" off Long Island & Rockaway Beach. Get in on the action that the Explorer has to offer. Take your next trip with Captian John.

"Large Cabin with 30-man Bunk Room for Offshore Canyon Trips"

Go to the Canyon in Style

While underway, enjoy a relaxing and sociable ride in the cabin, equipped with comfortable seating, a full galley with hot foods, coffee and cold beverages. Store your gear indoors while fishing. But don't get too comfortable, the Explorer is the fastest boat to the fishing grounds.

When Canyon fishing for Tuna & Swords, you want to be able to sleep on the way out and the way in. The Explorer is equipped with a huge 30-man bunk room, so everyone rides in comfort.

Gift Certificates, Senior Citizen and Group Discounts

Take a trip on the Explorer

Schedule
The months are an approximation based on a typical year.

Chart Key
	Scheduled Trip
	Reservations Only
	Special Trip

Trip

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Canyon Tuna

Fluke

Bluefish

Bottom Fishing

Offshore Wrecks

Fireworks Cruise

What to Bring

If there is anything you need for fishing we have it on board
Make sure the line on your reels is in good condition and not frayed or twisted
We have snacks & drinks onboard
Make sure your drag is set properly, so you don't lose a big fish when it runs

Fishing Trips

Sunscreen, Sunglasses

Rain gear if it's raining- be prepared and don't get caught standing in the rain
Hat, Clean T-Shirt, Jacket & Gloves
Rag for your hands
Camera, Film & Batteries - Get it all on film!

1 Rod & Reel (also available onboard for free) - we recommend spinning or baitcasting outfits in the 20 to 25 lb class for blues & 50 to 80 lb test, for Canyon Fishing.
Bring an extra rod, but you can only fish one at a time.
Terminal Tackle(available on board) - Hooks, Sinkers, Swivels & Leaders of many types, available on board or at Stella Maris Fishing Station

Fireworks Cruise

Friends & Family
Pair of Binoculars
Cameras & Video Cameras

What NOT to Bring

NO Illegal Drugs - we have a ZERO tolerance and enforce maritime law for the possesion or use of illicit drugs
NO Hard Liquor or Drunkeness - Cans of Beer OK, must be 21 or over
NO Excessive Amounts of Beer - A couple is just fine

About our Fishing Trips
Targeted Species	Description of Trip
Canyon Tuna	" *Get ready to catch big TUNA* " Offshore Fishing The Explorer specializes in Offshore Canyon trips, and have been noted as the best tuna fishing trips in the New York metro area. The schedule is very liberal, and there is sure to be a date thats right for you. Make your reservation today, and get in on the best offshore fishing available. Chum and Chunk tuna, swords, sharks & dolphin
Fluke Fishing Tasty Fresh Fluke	" *Everybody Loves Fluke Fishing* " The most popular summertime fun, the Explorer targets fluke in season and exploits some of the best fishing opportunities along the shores of Rockaway Beach and Sandy Hook Our crew will offer to clean your fish on the way back home.
Bluefish!	" *Chum Night Blues* " Pair of Blues on the Explorer The excitement of night fishing and fast bluefish action takes off every summer, and the Explorer serves up full night bluefish chumming every evening. Freshest Ground Bunker for Chum and Bait
Bottom Fishing for Blackfish, Cod, Pollock, Ling, Porgy and Sea Bass	" *Fishing the Wrecks and Reefs* " Get ready for a mixed bag of delicious bottom fishing. Depending upon the season, there is a rich set of species always to be found on our local and offshore wrexks. Whether it be a nice day on the reef in the summer or fall, or tied up on a wreck in the winter and spring, come join us for our bottom fishing trips. We use clams & squid for bait. Green Crabs are also available for Blackfish