Captain TJ Schlick
Owner/OperatorI have been in the industry for 34 years. Been a licensed Captain for 27 years. I’ve been associated with the Eldorado for over 30 years. I started out as a cook twilight Fishing. The following year moved out to the deck in a couple years later moved over to the Eldorado where I’ve spent the majority of my career. I have a good knowledge of our waters off the coast of Southern California. I have fished from point conception to the waters outside of Colonet Mexico, to waters outside Cortes bank. I was raised in the industry where customer service was a priority, cleanliness of the boat, and the overall experience you had while on board are key values that I still hold true today. I control what I am able to control, and the rest will take care of itself.
Captain William Hogue
2nd / Relief CaptainWilliam Hogue, 2nd/ Relief Captain. Started in the S. Cal sportfishing industry in 1993, grew up working the the overnight and local boats before obtaining my license in 2003 where I began running boats from the LA area to San Diego as well as working 3 seasons in the San Diego Long range fleet. The understanding of both island as well as offshore fishing, strive to make every trip as successful as possible. On my off time you can find me fishing on local lakes for bass, or fishing club tournaments with the same drive and determination. Understanding our guests deserve the best in customer service experience, I strive to bring the same level to the Eldorado.
Captain Butch Diaz
Night DriverEnjoy taking pictures of LA Light House Enjoy Family time especially With Granddaughters Ely & Isabella
Captain Roland Sion
2nd CaptainI have been will the Eldorado for the past 10 years. I started out as a deckhand and worked my way up to 2nd Captain I pride myself in helping the passengers customer service is a key to success. Fishing is my passion, being on the water is my therapy. I enjoy assisting people achieve their first fish or even their personal best!
Brian Smith
CookI have been with the Eldorado for the past 12 years. In total I have over 30 years of experience on the ocean. I was a Deckhand for most of my career, and now I am inside the galley taking care of the cooking detail. When I’m not inside cooking, you will find me outside on deck, helping the crew and May hooking and handing a few fish for the passengers that are less fortunate. I am looking forward to the upcoming season to seeing the regulars, and all the first timers
Michael Macdonald
DeckhandI've been on the water since a young age and was "inducted" into SportFishing at the age of 15 aboard the Eldorado. I spent a year as a Pinhead and then went on to be a deckhand for the next two seasons. In 2021 I got an opportunity to work a season on the Shogun doing long range trips. I returned to the Eldorado in 2022 and have stayed there since. My training and techniques across two different realms of Sportfishing have made me well versed and experienced with the ins and outs of a successful operation. In the near future I plan on getting my captains license and running a Sport Boat and eventually owning one. On my free time I like to collect vintage tackle, and fish for. The coolest part of my job is meeting new people from every walk of life who all share a common interest fishing.
Greg Tate
DeckhandI have been a deckhand on the Eldorado for several years, assuring every passenger is able to have a safe and memorable experience on board our vessel. With over 30yrs experience in the fishing industry, I am knowledgeable and fully capable of assisting our passengers in their best chance at catching whatever game fish we are targeting. Its self explanatory of the many years I've been in this industry, to see that i have a deep love for fishing. Its a passion shown to me since I was young, and I can only hope to pass it on as well.
Shawn Terrell
DeckhandMy main role on the boat is to guide and assist any passengers throughout the trip. Whether that be helping someone get rigged up, gaffing a fish, or even just answering any questions that a passenger might have. On every trip I strive to make memories with our passengers. What’s the point in fishing if you can’t enjoy time spent with others.