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COVERED SHOES

One of the most important things to do when coming fishing aboard a charter boat is to wear COVERED SHOES. Most fish have hidden spikes and occasionally when a good bite is on and fish are first caught they can flop about in the bottom of the boat, so this one is pretty important.


FISHING LICENSE

Every charter passenger must have a Victorian fishing license to fish in Victoria unless they are younger than 18 years or over 70 years of age. Short and long term fishing licenses can be purchased online via the Department of Primary Industries. If you do not have a fishing license then it is illegal to keep your bag limit of fish and our charter will get fined big money, so in short we can’t keep your bag limit without one. You will need to be able to produce your fishing license, which can either be as a paper printout or via your phone if purchased online.

SMALL COOLER/ESKY

A small portable cooler is a good to bring along for keeping your catch fresh after your charter. Joe fillets your catch for you which greatly reduces the space it takes up, unless you want your catch whole (snapper is usually better whole). Make sure your esky can hold a couple of cold drinks, some nibbles and your filleted catch but not too much more unless you want your cooler to take your fishing spot!

SNACKS

Trips leave early in the morning and come back before lunchtime so bring anything you’d like to snack on during your charter and anything you’d like to drink as well. Joe provides drinking water aboard the boat.

SUN PROTECTION – WIDE HAT, SUNSCREEN, SUNGLASSES

Whatever the time of year, the sun is three times as strong out on the water. A hat on its own isn’t enough because the sun hits from above, reflects from below and from the sides. Melbourne’s weather is so variable that we recommend you pack a hat, sunscreen and some sunglasses no matter what the time of year. The overcast days are often the worst for getting burnt even if it isn’t hot. The Aussie sun is intense no matter what the weather.

A word to the wise if you will wear sunglasses or eye glasses aboard your fishing trip:

Make sure you have something to hold the sunglasses or glasses on to your head! Many a pair of glasses have gone to the fish gods when looking down during the excitement of pulling in a fish, easily prevented by a glasses strap. Your local chemist is a good place to get one of these.

WARM CLOTHING

No matter the time of year we are usually on the water before the sun comes up and it can be cold, especially with a bit of wind coming across the water. Pack some warmer clothes too.

Alcohol Policy

Alcohol is permitted aboard Joe Farr Fishing Charters but in moderation only; we’re there to fish, first and foremost. Joe Farr Fishing Charters is a small group charter and if anyone drinks too much aboard our charter they become a danger to themselves and others. The skipper reserves the right to drop anybody he/she deems too drunk or unruly on shore with no refund. In the interest of passenger safety the skipper’s word is final.

Parking

Unless otherwise organised with Joe, departure location is at the Blairgowrie Marina, by the Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, 2900 Point Nepean Rd, Blairgowrie, Victoria 3942. A map of this location is below. If you are part of a group, please double check on departure information with whoever organised your trip.

There are two car parks by the Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron and we recommend parking at the top car park (if stairs aren’t an issue) near a set of traffic lights opposite ‘The Loop’ on GPS. Take the stairs down to the jetty and take the public jetty on the right to walk up to the boat. Be sure to stay to the right; the other jetty ends halfway.

 

You’ll find Seamphony waiting for you by C GATE on the public jetty by appointment.

Thank you for choosing Joe Farr Fishing Charters.

We look forward to your trip!

Meg-an WindredGoogle Reviews
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Couldn’t recommend Joe’s Charters more!! Went on a sunrise charter with Joe and John, both really lovely guys - really easy going and friendly. My first ever fishing trip and they made it so enjoyable - would be a great charter for beginners to experienced, they cater to your level of experience.
Ben TeeTrip Advisor
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Excellent Fishing Charter for Families. Joe Farr fishing was one of the best fishing charters we have been on. We were two families with children and Joe and his deck hand made sure we were catching fish and squid. He ensured that we all had a great time on the bay. I personally recommend his boat for families with children as he was very accomodating. Cant wait to re book again when I am back in Melbourne.
Gianni Di CampliGoogle Reviews
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Thanks to Joe for a really enjoyable, action packed fishing trip! Heaps of fish, Joe was a confident and experienced guide, was helpful and great with the kids! Highly recommended!
Edward MTrip Advisor
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Much much better than we could’ve hoped for! Joe and John made it such a superb trip. Great fun for young kids. Caught flathead and calamari. Saw dolphins and seals. Lucky with weather but made even better with Joe and John running it. Highly recommend!
Cody WrightGoogle Reviews
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Joe is a great guy. He helps with the fish, fillets them, and evenly splits them among the boat. Very reasonable prices. The charters are a perfect length of time. I would highly recommend, and it is 100% worth the money.
Sophie RichardsonGoogle Reviews
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This was a fantastic and professional experience with Jo. Spotless boat. We went home with 1 huge bag of snapper and squid. Great value, will definitely be going back again. Thanks again Joe.
Bek BishopTrip Advisor
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We had THE most fabulous day. There was just my husband, myself and our 9 year old son on the charter with joe and we had a fabulous time. We caught plenty of fish and really enjoyed ourselves! This is our second charter with joe and we can’t wait for the next one! Joe is not only an excellent and knowledgeable fisherman, he is amazing with kids and is also an incredibly decent human being. Highly recommend!
The ETrip Advisor
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Great experience! Joe and John are the best - really nice people who care about your experience. Wouldn't book with anyone else!
DaveTrip Advisor
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Thanks Joe and your team - had a great day, relaxed but with purpose - to catch fish! Loved the personal touch on a boat with limited numbers. We travelled from Melbourne to Sorrento and would do it again every time.
AngusTrip Advisor
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Best Fishing Trip Ever! My name is Angus and I am 11 years old. We went on family fishing trip with Joe as a Christmas present. It was the best present I got! We started out very early and Joe took us to a spot to catch some Whiting. It was so exciting to finally catch a fish. They helped us cast our rods and put on bait and were extremely helpful. They taught us about the different types of fish. We then went and caught some Snapper and a Mackerel, then we caught some squid and at the end we went and saw a seal colony. We had lots of fish and calamari to take home and everyone was happy.
Paul PTrip Advisor
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Excellent Outing - never stopped trying to get us to hook up variety of fish all morning -which turned out to be quite good overall . Also the banter and camaraderie among fellow 5 fishers, Joe and decky was most enjoyable and really appreciated as it made it 'fun' morning.
Geoff LTrip Advisor
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Whiting and Calamari trip. Joe is one of the most knowledgeable person on fishing both within and outside of Port Phillip bay. Have been out a number of times and always had a great experience
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