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Embark on a half-day fishing trip aboard the 70-foot Sunbeam VII in Waterford, CT. Catch blues, striped bass, and enjoy refreshing views and onboard amenities.
Embark on a half-day fishing trip aboard the 70-foot Sunbeam VII in Waterford, CT. Catch blues, striped bass, and enjoy refreshing views and onboard amenities.
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Operated by Sunbeam Fleet · Waterford, Connecticut
Set sail on an exciting 5.5-hour fishing adventure aboard the 70-foot Sunbeam VII, departing from Waterford, Connecticut. This open boat fishing trip offers anglers of all skill levels the perfect opportunity to target blues and striped bass in the rich coastal waters of Long Island Sound. The Sunbeam Fleet provides a spacious and comfortable environment, complete with onboard refreshments, making it an enjoyable outing for families, friends, and solo anglers alike. Whether you’re casting your line for the first time or an experienced fisherman, the public fishing blues and bass trip is designed to create lasting memories amid scenic open water views and thrilling catches. The experienced crew is on hand to assist, ensuring everyone has a safe and successful excursion. Beyond fishing, the boat's design allows you to soak in the fresh sea breeze and panoramic ocean views. This half-day outing combines relaxation, adventure, and great fishing opportunities in one seamless experience that New England anglers won’t want to miss.
No prior experience is needed; the crew provides guidance to help beginners enjoy the fishing adventure.
You’ll primarily target blues and striped bass, with chances of catching other local species depending on the season.
Yes, rods, bait, and tackle are supplied for your convenience throughout the trip.
Absolutely. The trip is family-friendly and fun for all ages with safety measures in place.
Bring sunscreen, appropriate clothing for the weather, a hat, and non-slip footwear for safety.
Onboard refreshments are provided, but you may bring additional snacks or beverages if desired.
Sunbeam Fleet operates fishing charters and seasonal cruises out of Waterford, Connecticut, using the Sunbeam VII as the primary vessel. The fleet offers a variety of public open-boat trips and private charters tailored for families, anglers, and larger groups. Among the scheduled experiences are short family-friendly outings like the Trips For Kids program and longer, target-focused trips such as fluke, porgy, blackfish, and all-day sea bass fishing. Trips range from roughly three hours for kid-focused and fireworks cruises up to nine hours for full-day fluke trips. Public open-boat options include sunset fishing for stripers, blues, and sea bass with rod rentals and bait provided on many trips. Private charters are available for groups, with capacity options noted on the Sunbeam VII private fishing charter listing. Seasonal and special-event cruises include a three-hour Fireworks Cruise designed for summer holiday viewing. Reservations typically specify included amenities such as rod rentals, bait, boxed lunches on select cruises, and onboard snack or beverage availability at shore-side prices. Sunbeam Fleet is featured on The Adventure Collective, where trip summaries and booking details are listed. All descriptions and trip lengths reflect published schedules and public trip summaries. The information provided here focuses on factual trip offerings, vessel use, and departure location in Waterford, Connecticut.
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