{"product_id":"wednesday-october-28th-tautog-with-captain-tyler","title":"Wednesday October 28th Tautog with Captain Tyler","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Trip is Special\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFish with Captain Tyler Putney of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/flatlinercharters.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFlatliner Charters\u003c\/a\u003e for hard-fighting spring tautog in the rocky waters of Cape Cod. Tautog — also known as blackfish — are one of New England's most exciting bottom fish: powerful, wily, and absolutely delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes This Trip Different:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ 28' Whitewater center console — a capable, comfortable inshore fishing machine \u003cbr\u003e✓ Small group (5 anglers max) — more room, more attention, more fish \u003cbr\u003e✓ All gear, tackle, and bait provided — just show up ready to fish \u003cbr\u003e✓ Target: Hard-fighting tautog 5+ lbs from prime structure \u003cbr\u003e✓ Fillets freeze exceptionally well — go home with $100+ worth of fresh seafood \u003cbr\u003e✓ Captain Tyler is dialed-in on tautog and fishes them whenever weather permits all spring\u003cbr\u003e✓ Limit out on tautog? Captain Tyler takes you striper fishing — two species, one morning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Book Through MFCC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ Save $400+ compared to booking a private charter (which would cost $700+) \u003cbr\u003e✓ No hassle — we handle all coordination with Captain Tyler \u003cbr\u003e✓ Guaranteed spot — these trips fill up fast \u003cbr\u003e✓ Meet fellow anglers — connect with other MFCC members who share your passion\u003cbr\u003e✓ We've made it simple — just click, book, and show up\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour price: $289 per person | Private charter equivalent: $800+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTrip Details at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wednesday October 28th\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-5 hours \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeparture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately sunrise (exact time emailed 24 hours in advance) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePort:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most likely Taylor's Point Marina in Bourne or Plymouth Harbor (confirmed via email 24 hours in advance) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFishing Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buzzards Bay or Cape Cod Bay rock piles and structure \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anchoring over rock piles with light spinning rods and jigs tipped with green crabs \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 anglers max\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimit out on tautog:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captain Tyler will take you striper fishing — two species, one morning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain Tyler will put you right on the structure where spring tautog are feeding most aggressively. Rocky reefs, boulder fields, and channel edges in Buzzards Bay — these are the spots where heavyweight blackfish stack up in the spring, and Tyler knows every one of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring is prime time for tautog. After a long winter, these fish move onto shallow structure to spawn and feed heavily, and the bite can be fast and furious when you're anchored on the right rocks. You'll be fishing with specialized tautog jigs tipped with live green crabs — one of the deadliest tautog baits there is — and Tyler will coach you through the subtle feel and technique needed to connect with these hard-mouthed, hard-fighting fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTautog are also widely considered one of the best-eating fish in New England — firm, white, and delicious — and their fillets freeze exceptionally well. You'll have an excellent chance of going home with a bag full of premium table fare valued at over $100.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd if the crew limits out on tautog, Captain Tyler doesn't head home — he fires up the engines and takes you striper fishing. Spring stripers and spring tautog overlap perfectly in Buzzards Bay, so when the blackfish cooperate early, you could end up with two species in one morning. It's a rare bonus that makes these trips even more exciting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll rods, reels, tackle, and green crab bait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert instruction and hands-on coaching from Captain Tyler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish cleaning and filleting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoast Guard licensed and insured captain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFish alongside fellow MFCC anglers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, layered clothing (as waterproof as possible)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof boots are better than sneakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunscreen, hat, and polarized sunglasses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood and drinks for the day (no hard alcohol)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA cooler with ice in your vehicle for transporting fish home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Captain Tyler Putney\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaptain Tyler Putney of Flatliner Charters is one of Cape Cod's most dedicated tautog specialists. He fishes for tautog throughout the spring season whenever weather allows, and his intimate knowledge of Buzzards Bay's rocky structure gives his clients a serious edge. Tyler is passionate, focused, and relentlessly committed to putting his anglers on fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy anglers love fishing with Tyler:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep knowledge of Buzzards Bay tautog structure and seasonal patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFishes tautog all spring — always dialed in on the current bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHands-on teaching style — great for beginners and experienced anglers alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall groups of 5 max — everyone gets personal attention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety-first approach with well-maintained, capable equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Anglers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \"Wonderful morning with Captain Tyler Putney of Flatliner Charters on his 28 foot center console boat. Captain Tyler worked hard and kept us on fish all morning.\" — Charlie Murphy, MFCC Member\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \"Just wanted to let you know I had an awesome experience this past Saturday fishing with Captain Tyler. My wife and I really enjoyed eating the catch. Thanks again!\" — David Palmer, MFCC Member\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \"It was a wonderful trip and I hope to have more. Thank you to the efforts and advice by your excellent Captain Tyler who put me in just the right spot.\" — Christian Dame, MFCC Member\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \"Couldn't be happier! We had a great trip with captain Tyler. Tyler put us on fish in a safe location well protected from strong southwest winds.\" — Steve O'Brien, MFCC Member\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \"Great day with Tyler! He is an excellent Captain. On the fish and really helpful. A great guy. For being 84, I had a special day.\" — Mike Rocco, MFCC Member\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSee These Trips in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the Reports:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myfishingcapecod.com\/solid-start\/\"\u003eA Solid Start with Captain Tyler\u003c\/a\u003e — A firsthand recap of an MFCC tautog trip with Captain Tyler, including techniques, catches, and what a typical morning looks like on Buzzards Bay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/myfishingcapecod.com\/togging-with-tyler\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eToggin' with Tyler\u003c\/a\u003e - MFCC member \u003cspan class=\"thrive-shortcode-content\"\u003eDan Rorabaugh\u003c\/span\u003e recaps his groups experience catching 30 big tautog with captain Tyler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/925430382?share=copy#t=995\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eCaptain Tyler — Video #1\u003c\/a\u003e — Watch Captain Tyler in action aboard his 28' Whitewater center console. These episodes were filmed during an MFCC group trip targeting false albacore, but you'll get a great feel for Tyler's style, his boat, and what it's like to fish with him.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/928737914?share=copy#t=114\" class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\"\u003eCaptain Tyler — Video #2\u003c\/a\u003e — More footage from the same MFCC outing — a perfect preview of the positive and easy-going vibe you can expect on your tautog morning with Tyler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this trip suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely. Captain Tyler is a great teacher and will walk you through everything — gear, technique, and how to detect the subtle tautog bite. All equipment and bait are provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you fish for tautog?\u003c\/strong\u003e You'll anchor over rocky structure and fish specialized jigs tipped with live green crabs. Tautog are notorious for their subtle bites and tough mouths, so Captain Tyler will coach you on the feel and hookset needed to land them consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre tautog good to eat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Outstanding — many consider them the best-eating fish in New England. Firm, white, and flavorful, and their fillets freeze exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if the weather is bad?\u003c\/strong\u003e Safety first. If Captain Tyler cancels for any reason, you'll receive a full refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a bathroom onboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e There is no onboard bathroom on Tyler's boat — please plan accordingly before departure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I bring my own gear?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes! You're welcome to bring your own rods and tackle, though everything you need is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a fishing license?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — a Massachusetts saltwater fishing license is not required when fishing aboard our MFCC group trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\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 Tyler cancels due to weather or safety concerns, you'll receive a full refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum capacity: 5 anglers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGratuity is customary for excellent service but completely optional and not required (industry standard: $30–40\/person for an exceptional trip)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\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 departure location and directions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact sunrise departure time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather updates and any schedule changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat to bring reminders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaptain Tyler's contact information\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions? Email ryan@myfishingcapecod.com anytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Catch Your Tautog?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree consecutive days, four spots each, and one of Cape Cod's most dedicated tautog captains. Whether it's your first time targeting blackfish or you're a seasoned tog angler, Captain Tyler's spring trips deliver the kind of Buzzards Bay morning you'll be talking about all summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTight lines!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"myfishingcapecod","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52949853470949,"sku":null,"price":289.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/2848\/3557\/files\/tautogfillets.png?v=1773407572","url":"https:\/\/myfishingcapecod.myshopify.com\/products\/wednesday-october-28th-tautog-with-captain-tyler","provider":"myfishingcapecod","version":"1.0","type":"link"}