Justy-Joe Charters

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      "answer": "Rates are for the boat with up to 4 people (Not Per Person). 3-Hr Bass Charter: $400, 4-Hr Charter: $500, 5-Hr Charter: $600, 6-Hr Charter: $700, 7-Hr Charter: $800, 8-Hr Charter: $900. There is a $100 additional charge per person for 5th & 6th person.",
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      "answer": "Parties of 1 or 2: $250 per angler. Special group rate: $450 (up to 4 anglers). We supply all bait and tackle but anglers are allowed and encouraged to bring their own gear as well.",
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      "question": "What should I bring for an ice fishing trip?",
      "answer": "Warm clothing! Insulated waterproof boots, Hand warmers, Ice cleats or creepers, food and drink, NYS fishing license - purchase online or at local Walmart, folding chairs if desired.",
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      "answer": "Lake George charter fishing is from May through November. Fort Myers Florida fishing charters are offered from December through April.",
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      "question": "Where do we meet for the South Basin boat?",
      "answer": "South Basin Boat: Lake Crest Inn, 376 Canada Street, Lake George, New York 12845.",
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      "question": "Where do we meet for the North Basin boat?",
      "answer": "North Basin Boat: Take Exit 24 Adirondack Northway (I-87). Take a right at end of ramp stop signs on to County Route 11- East. Take County Route 11 to end (approx 4 miles). Turn left on 9N at end of county Route 11 and proceed to Hague (approx 25 minutes). Proceed to Hague and look for Hague Motel on Right. NOTE: WE ARE ON DOCK ROAD APPROXIMATELY 150-YARDS SOUTH OF HAGUE MOTEL! Pull a U-turn in Hague Motel parking lot and begin looking for Dock Road. We will meet you on Dock Road - (town dock is on dock road and this is where we meet!). For those with GPS punch in: 1 Dock Road - Hague NY 12836. DO NOT PUNCH IN 6 Lakeview Rd as this is Capt Joe's Residence NOT pick up area!",
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      "seasonalityNotes": "Lake George is a premier bass fishery, offering action-packed days with the potential to boat numerous fish. This is a fantastic trip for youngsters, with consistent action throughout the summer and early fall. We often have outings where over 100 bass are boated in a single charter.",
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