Capt. Jack has been fishing, diving, and navigating the waters of the U.S. Eastern Seaboard for nearly 20 years. Traveling the world in search of trophy game-fish, He has landed species from the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, The Caribean Sea and The Gulf of Mexico as well as numerous lakes and streams in both the U.S. and Europe. Nicknamed the Jesse James of Angling, He's known for his edgy style and unique approach to the sport.
He has been both featured and published in numerous outdoor publications including: "Saltwater Sportsman," "On the Water," "The Fisherman," "Noreast," "Rhode Island Monthly," "The Freshwater Guides of New England" and showcased on Don Coyne's Fishing The Ocean State Television Show.
He is experienced in all major aspects of fishing, ranging from deep sea trolling and Vertical Jigging to light tackle flats and fly fishing. Jack is an avid student of fisheries Science. He has landed Striped Bass to 52lbs from kayak and Bluefin Tuna to 300lbs on light tackle spinning gear. He's known locally for his Offshore knowledge and affinity for Japanese style Jigging and Popping.
Capt. Jack is proficient with kayak handling, diving and marine rescue. Additionally, he has been working in the retail/outfitting aspect of the industry since the age of 15 and still currently maintains a part time pro-staff position, which allows him to maintain network contacts and to stay on top of the most current trends. Captain Jack’s list of licensure, achievements and certifications are in excess of but not limited to the following:
USCG Master Captains license 50 gross tons
USCG Commercial Assistance towing endorsement
Certified by PADI (Professional Association of Dive Instructors) at
the following levels:o Skin Divero SCUBA Divero Open Water Diver o Adventure Diver o Advanced Open Water Diver o NITROX Diver (special air blends) o Rescue Diver
Currently enrolled in NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) Dive Master and Instructor programs
Licensed Emergency Medical Technician Cardiac (EMT-C)
o Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
o Advanced life saving techniques for Stroke and Heart Attack victims
o Extended skills in Cardiac defibrillation, intravenous therapy and endotracheal intubation.
Certified American Heart Association in CPR at the health care provider level
Active Member in good standing RISAA (Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association)
o Winner of the 2006 Year long Tournament for False Albacore species.
o 4 Time inductee RISAA Hall of Fame.
o 2 Time RISAA Angler of the Year (2007+2009)!!!
East Coast's First Mate
Nick Frasier
