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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
easy.
5.5 hours.
Basic mobility needed for standing and light fishing activity; accessible for most age groups.
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.
Waterford’s maritime heritage dates back to the 19th century, with a rich history of fishing and shipbuilding.
The Sunbeam Fleet supports sustainable fishing practices and promotes conservation of Long Island Sound’s marine ecosystem.
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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