Join Island Current Fleet to witness the magnificent Class B Tall Ships participating in Sail 250.
Catch the Class B Tall Ships up close on a 5-hour July 3rd cruise from City Island with Island Current Fleet. Enjoy unobstructed deck views, live narration, and holiday energy as Sail 250 sweeps through New York Harbor.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people comfortable standing and walking short gangways; not physically demanding but expect periods on your feet.
Wildlife
History
This cruise ties directly into Sail 250, the national program celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary and the tall-ship tradition in U.S. harbors.
Conservation
Keep trash secured and avoid single-use plastics; operators follow Coast Guard rules and local guidelines to minimize disturbance to wildlife and marine habitats.
Island Current Fleet
Join Island Current Fleet to witness the magnificent Class B Tall Ships participating in Sail 250.
Island Current Fleet is a fishing charter company based in The Bronx, New York, operating primarily out of City Island. The fleet offers a variety of inshore and offshore fishing trips, including blackfish (tautog) competitions, jumbo porgy bottom fishing, nighttime striped bass and bluefish outings, wreck trips targeting sea bass and porgies, and extended offshore tuna excursions. Trips listed by the fleet include 50/50 Blackfish Trip, City Island blackfishing trips, jumbo porgy trips, nighttime porgies, striped bass and blues, offshore wreck trips, offshore southern tile, Rhode Island blackfishing, an offshore canyon tuna departure, and a 50/50 MEGA POOL event.
The fleet provides bait and tackle on select trips, rod rentals for specific offshore trips, and communicates clear booking terms such as deposit requirements where noted. Many trips welcome anglers of all ages and experience levels, and some specialty trips limit participation—for example, the 50/50 blackfish trip accommodates 25 anglers when specified. Extended offshore excursions may have specific departure and return schedules.
Island Current Fleet emphasizes practical local knowledge of Long Island Sound and nearby offshore grounds around New York and Rhode Island. Captains and crews focus on safety, trip-specific equipment, and the fishing experience. For anglers seeking day trips, competitive blackfish outings, family-friendly porgy trips, or longer offshore tuna runs, the fleet presents a range of options departing from City Island in The Bronx. Bookings are available online or by phone with clear trip descriptions, pricing where provided, and specific gear or age requirements listed per excursion.
Homeport
City Island, Bronx
Local departures from The Bronx
Tours Offered
10 trips
Inshore and offshore options listed
Max Anglers
25 (50/50)
Limit for 50/50 blackfish trip
Deposit
$50
Required for Offshore Southern Tile
Reserve a spot on a family porgy day, competitive 50/50 blackfish trip, or an extended offshore tuna excursion departing from City Island in The Bronx.
Bring a small cooler
Tickets do not include food or drink; you may bring a plastic cooler no larger than 48 quarts for snacks and beverages.
Dress in layers
Wind and spray from the harbor make mornings feel colder than on land—pack a windbreaker and mid-layers.
Secure camera gear
Use a neck strap and a small telephoto lens for ship rigging shots; arrive early for the best deck positions.
Watch boarding times
Arrive at the City Island departure point early to claim your preferred spot on deck and speed boarding.
Windbreaker or waterproof jacket
Blocks wind and spray on the open deck during the morning cruise.
summer
Non-slip deck shoes
Provide safe footing on wet, moving surfaces while boarding and on deck.
Sunscreen and hat
Protects from reflected sun on the water during the mid-morning cruise.
summer
Small plastic cooler (≤48 quarts)
Bring food and drinks for the 5-hour trip; only plastic coolers under the specified size are allowed.