{"product_id":"monday-june-8th-trophy-fluke-with-captain-jimmy","title":"Monday June 8th Trophy Fluke with Captain Jimmy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Trip is Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish with legendary Captain Jimmy \"The Greek\" for trophy fluke up to 10+ pounds! This is not your average fluke trip—you'll run up to 50 miles southeast of the Cape where the biggest doormat fluke in the Northeast live. Featured in \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/2udqhEhpMO8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOn The Water TV\u003c\/a\u003e, these trips attract anglers from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes This Trip Different:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Premium 34' SeaVee with twin 400hp Mercury outboards\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Small group (4-6 anglers max) for personalized attention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ All gear and tackle provided—just bring yourself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Target: Trophy fluke 5-10+ lbs + bonus jumbo black sea bass on August trips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Latest technology and safety equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Book Through MFCC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eSave $1,400+\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to booking a private charter (which would cost $1,900+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eNo hassle\u003c\/strong\u003e - We handle all coordination with Captain Jimmy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed spot\u003c\/strong\u003e - Jimmy's calendar fills up months in advance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eMeet fellow anglers\u003c\/strong\u003e - Connect with other MFCC anglers who share your passion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ \u003cstrong\u003eWe've made it simple\u003c\/strong\u003e - just click, book, and show up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour price: $490 per person | Private charter equivalent: $1,900+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrip Details at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: Monday, June 8th, 2026\u003cbr\u003eDuration: 8-12 hours\u003cbr\u003eDeparture: 6:00 AM\u003cbr\u003ePort: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/6FSu5pDu4tBi8uGR8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSmuggler's Beach\/Bass River\u003c\/a\u003e boat launch, South Yarmouth\u003cbr\u003eFishing Area: Nantucket Shoals and prime offshore spots\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: Drifting with artificial lures and bait\u003cbr\u003eGroup Size: 4-6 anglers (small groups = more fish, more fun)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain Jimmy will take you to where the true trophy fluke live— up to 40-50 miles from the dock to the legendary Nantucket Shoals and other hot spots southeast of the Cape. These aren't the typical 2-3 pounders you catch in the bay. You'll be targeting absolute monster doormats that can exceed 10 pounds. Jumbo black sea bass can also be caught during the August trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll fish aboard Jimmy's pristine 34' SeaVee center console—one of the finest fishing machines on Cape Cod. The twin 400hp outboards get you to the grounds quickly and comfortably, and the boat is equipped with top-tier electronics to put you on fish all day long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFluke fillets are absolutely delicious\u003c\/strong\u003e, and you'll have an excellent chance of going home with a cooler full of premium table fare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll rods, reels, tackle, and bait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional instruction and fish handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on learning from a true master of the Nantucket Shoals fluke fishery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoast Guard licensed and insured captain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish alongside fellow MFCC anglers—past trips have sparked lasting friendships\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish cleaning + advice and tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Bring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunscreen, hat, and polarized sunglasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered warm clothing (as waterproof as possible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof boots are better than sneakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood and drinks for the day (no hard alcohol)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooler with ice left in your vehicle for transporting your fish home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Captain Jimmy \"The Greek\"\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain Jim Koutalakis is one of the most respected fluke specialists in the Northeast. His expertise has been featured on On The Water TV and in numerous fishing publications. Jimmy's knowledge of the offshore grounds, combined with his dedication to putting clients on fish, makes him the go-to captain for serious fluke anglers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy anglers travel from around the country to fish with Jimmy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30+ years of professional charter experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntimate knowledge of the shoals that produce trophy fluke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn-depth teaching style—Jimmy shares the 'why' behind every technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety-first approach—Jimmy won't hesitate to reschedule if conditions aren't ideal for a comfortable, enjoyable day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistently produces limit catches of quality fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/us6.campaign-archive.com\/?u=1d2130ab1f27dad2e392a0d9e\u0026amp;id=a3a5cc1235\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about Captain Jimmy →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Anglers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cstrong\u003e\"Captain Jimmy is second to none\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I have fished all over the world with some of the best captains, and I can honestly say Jimmy is second to none. Not just that he catches fish, but the gentle friendly way in which he handles the vessel and group was truly a joy to experience.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Ted Alexiades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cstrong\u003e\"Amazing boat, amazing captain\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"His boat is the nicest ride on the water - it handles the waves like nothing. Jimmy is extremely knowledgeable and is the best captain I've ever fished with. He puts you right on the fish constantly and all day long.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Paul Gedenberg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cstrong\u003e\"A fishing trip I'll never forget\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Captain Jimmy did a great job. He put us on fish all day. On the way back we were fortunate enough to encounter bonito and caught a few. Thank you Captain Jimmy!\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Ed Riley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cstrong\u003e\"First class all the way\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Captain Jim is a first class man who obviously loves his work. There is no one finer to take a group out for a day of wonderful fishing and conversation.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Bob Stockdale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cstrong\u003e\"Even better than expected\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"That trip was all that I expected and then some. What a great guy and great trip, thanks!\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Richard Walker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSee These Trips in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't just take our word for it—watch real anglers catching trophy fluke with Captain Jimmy and see what makes these trips so special. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatch\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/2udqhEhpMO8?si=yLeKXUd7kpnJK1ce\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOn The Water TV\u003c\/a\u003e featured Captain Jimmy's fluke fishing techniques and his legendary Nantucket Shoals trips. See the action, the catches, and Jimmy's expert approach firsthand. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the Reports:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myfishingcapecod.com\/trophy-fluke-report\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJune Trophy Fluke Fishing with Jimmy \"The Greek\"\u003c\/a\u003e - A detailed account of a 2025 trophy fluke trip with photos and fishing insights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myfishingcapecod.com\/fluke-fishing-birthday\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Birthday on the Water with Captain Jimmy\u003c\/a\u003e - How one angler celebrated his birthday landing doormat fluke offshore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese reports showcase real catches, real techniques, and real experiences from MFCC anglers who've fished these exact trips. You'll see the quality of fish, the style of fishing, and what a typical day looks like with Captain Jimmy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this trip suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely! Captain Jimmy is an excellent teacher and will ensure everyone catches fish, regardless of experience level. All gear and instruction are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if the weather is bad?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSafety always comes first. If conditions are unsafe, the trip will be rescheduled to another available date that works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I bring my own gear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes! You're welcome to bring your own rods and tackle, though it's not necessary. Captain Jimmy provides everything you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow rough is the ride offshore?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 34' SeaVee is built for offshore fishing and handles seas beautifully. Most days are quite comfortable, though offshore fishing does involve some wave action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I get seasick?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe recommend taking Dramamine or wearing Sea-Bands before the trip. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a long trip so you might want to sit this one out if sea sickness is a major concern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the fishing technique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou'll be drifting over prime fluke grounds using a combination of bucktails with GULP, bait strips, spoons, and other proven fluke-catchers. Captain Jimmy will show you exactly what to do.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/us6.campaign-archive.com\/?u=1d2130ab1f27dad2e392a0d9e\u0026amp;id=1cfb7a5a5d\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRead more FAQ's →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCancellation \u0026amp; Refund Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14+ Days Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full refund, no questions asked\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess than 14 Days Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e: We'll do our best to find someone to take your spot. If we can fill your spot (or if you find a replacement), you'll receive a full refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeather Cancellations\u003c\/strong\u003e: If Captain Jimmy cancels due to weather or safety concerns, you'll receive a full refund or the option to reschedule to another available date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValid Massachusetts saltwater fishing license \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eis not required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum capacity: 6 anglers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGratuity is customary for excellent service (industry standard: $50-100\/person for exceptional trips)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAfter You Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll immediately receive an email confirmation with your receipt and reservation details. In the days leading up to the trip, we'll send you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal trip details and meeting instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather updates and any schedule changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to bring information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaptain Jimmy's contact information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestions?\u003c\/strong\u003e Email ryan@myfishingcapecod.com anytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Catch Your Trophy Fluke?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is your chance to fish with one of the Cape's most legendary captains in one of the region's premier trophy fluke grounds. Spots fill fast for Jimmy's trips—don't miss out on this summer 2026 adventure.\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"myfishingcapecod","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48219497070821,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/2848\/3557\/files\/Final_Fluke_4.png?v=1767370403","url":"https:\/\/myfishingcapecod.myshopify.com\/products\/monday-june-8th-trophy-fluke-with-captain-jimmy","provider":"myfishingcapecod","version":"1.0","type":"link"}