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Spend a full day fishing for fluke and striped bass on the Sunbeam VII in Waterford, CT. Perfect for anglers of all levels, this trip combines excitement and relaxation on Long Island Sound.
Spend a full day fishing for fluke and striped bass on the Sunbeam VII in Waterford, CT. Perfect for anglers of all levels, this trip combines excitement and relaxation on Long Island Sound.
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Operated by Sunbeam Fleet · Waterford, Connecticut
moderate.
7–9 hours.
Participants should have basic stamina for standing and casting over multiple hours, with breaks provided throughout.
No experience is needed—beginners are welcome and can learn tips from the crew onboard.
Anglers must have a valid Connecticut fishing license, which is not included and should be obtained before the trip.
The trip targets fluke, striped bass, and occasionally other local species like bluefish.
Yes, the Sunbeam VII accommodates a limited number of anglers for comfort and safety, typically 6 per trip.
Light refreshments and drinks are available onboard, but meals are not included, so bring snacks if desired.
Bring sunscreen, appropriate clothing, a hat, sunglasses, a valid fishing license, and any personal fishing gear if preferred.
Waterford, CT has a rich maritime heritage tied to fishing and shipbuilding that continues to influence local culture and recreational boating.
Local efforts focus on sustainable fishing practices and protecting the Long Island Sound ecosystem to maintain healthy fish populations and water quality.
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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