Who We Are?
Our Mission
Hooked On Tail Sport Fishing & Charters is built on a simple mission: deliver unforgettable days on the water while showcasing the best of New England’s fisheries. Operating out of Beverly, MA, we fish the entire North Shore and offshore grounds, targeting everything from inshore stripers to offshore bluefin tuna.
Whether you’re a seasoned angler or stepping onto a boat for the first time, we make sure your experience is exciting, safe, and memorable.
First Mate
John Kerwin
John Kerwin’s life on the water started long before he ever stepped onto a charter boat. As a young man, he spent his days commercial lobstering with his father, hauling traps from Beverly to Gloucester and every rocky stretch of coastline in between. Those early mornings, hard lessons, and long days on deck shaped not just his skills, but his love for the ocean and the people who make a living from it.
Over the years, John expanded his craft from lobstering to chasing some of the most powerful fish in New England. He’s a seasoned commercial tuna fisherman with a reputation for grit, precision, and the kind of instincts you only earn through decades on the water. When the rod bends and the reel screams, John is the guy you want beside you
Meet the Captain
Capt. Peter Bartlett
A North Shore fisherman through and through. With years of experience navigating the waters off Beverly, Gloucester, Salem, and the offshore banks, he brings unmatched local knowledge and a calm, confident approach to every trip.
Peter is known for:
• Expert understanding of New England species and seasonal patterns
• A patient, welcoming teaching style
• Running clean, well‑maintained gear and setups
• Putting guests on fish — consistently
Whether you’re jigging for haddock or chasing tuna, you’ll have a captain who knows the water and knows how to get results.
