Meet the crew behind your private charter from Dana Landing.
Butchered Tails offers private fishing and seasonal lobster charters departing from Dana Landing in San Diego. Owner Derek Marso and Captain Joshua Senn share a focus on fishing, preparation, and time on the water with your group.
Choose a trip that fits your schedule, then talk with the crew about your experience, target species, and the conditions around your date.
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Our SeaVee 340Z provides a fishing deck for your private group. Rod-and-reel fishing trips include fishing tackle, bait and crew guidance. Our seasonal lobster charter includes hoop nets, bait, measuring gauges and crew instruction. Compare the current charter options for trip lengths, guest capacity and included equipment. The crew plans the itinerary around your selected trip and conditions; catches are never guaranteed.
Derek Marso is the owner of Butchered Tails. He shares his interest in fishing through private trips that bring small groups onto the water in San Diego.
Planning a trip with friends or family? Tell the crew about your group and what you would like to experience before choosing a charter.
Captain Joshua Senn brings commercial fishing experience and local knowledge to each private charter.
Speak with the captain about your target species, your group’s experience and the opportunities for your date. The trip is planned around your selected charter and conditions on the water.
A fishing deck for your private group, with the crew planning the trip around conditions.
Review your charter’s guest capacity, included equipment and preparation guidance before booking. Contact the crew about mobility needs, children’s ages or any equipment you would like to bring.
Compare private charters →Your safety is our top priority on every trip
Discuss your group’s experience and any safety concerns before booking
Wear non-slip shoes and follow the crew’s preparation instructions
Ask about safety equipment and procedures before departure
Memories from our adventures on the water
