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WELCOME
TO THE CONNECTICUT CHARTER AND PARTY BOAT ASSOCIATION
WEBSITE |
Thanks
for visiting our Web site! Whether you enjoy fishing, scuba
diving or just relaxing on the water, take the time to learn
more about our boats and the services we offer. Make a reservation
on one of many boats to spend a special day off the shores
of Southern New England on Long Island Sound or the Atlantic
Ocean. We have boats in Norwalk,
Bridgeport,
Clinton, Old
Saybrook/Essex,
Westbrook, Niantic/Waterford,
Stamford, New
London/Groton, Noank/Mystic
and Stonington. Also
on this site have a look at our collection of "Frequently
Asked Questions" on chartering the
right boat and links
to other sites of interest to tourists, anglers and boaters
alike. Wondering what a fisherman can catch
on our boats?
How about ...
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BLACKFISH |
STRIPED
BASS |
BLUE
FISH |
FLUKE |
FLOUNDER |
POLLOCK |
TUNA |
MACKEREL |
PORGIES |
COD |
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SHARK |
Want to see
proof of all the luck that was had on these fishing extravaganzas!?!?
(Check out our photo gallery by clicking here now!)
Licensed
captains seeking to join this
organization, click
here!
DOWNLOAD A PDF VERSION OF THE APPLICATION
PRINTER
FRIENDLY LIST OF CAPTAINS HERE!
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After
You Too
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Capt.
Frank Blume |
(860)
537-5004 |
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Capt.
Dave Hahn |
(860)
437-3491 |
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Capt.
Peter Fisher |
(860)
884-1702 |
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Capt.
Ben Burdick |
(860)
442-6341 |
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Fish Meal II |
Capt. Ted
Boniface |
(845) 583-6417 |
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Capt.
Joe Garofano |
(860)
443-0581 |
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Capt.
Brad Glas |
(860)
535-2066 |
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Keeper |
Capt. John
Mcveigh |
(860) 287-1430 |
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Capt.
Claude Adams |
(860)
739-3687 |
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Capt.
Thomas Clapsadle |
(860)
447-8490 |
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Capt.
Rick Roy |
(860)
537-5090 |
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Capt.
Bruce Millar |
(860)
235-6095 |
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Capt.
Kevin Bentley |
(860)
442-7519 |
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Capt.
Michael Terrier |
(860)
861-4193 |
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Right Hook
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Capt. Robert Veach
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(860) 546-6570 |
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Capt.
Ted Constantine |
(860)
437-1441 |
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Capt.
Paul Bengston |
(860)
537-0307 |
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Indicates Open Boat - Walk-on's welcome
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Capt. Greg Dubrule |
(860)
448-3662 |
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Capt.
Kerry Douton |
(860)
739-7419 |
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Lucky
Strike |
Capt.
Marc Berger |
(860)
739-3535 |
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Capt.
Paul Brockett |
(860)
443-0663 |
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Capt.
Joe Wysocki |
(860)
739-4129 |
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Capt.
Randy Jacobson |
(860)
437-9768 |
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Capt.
Harry Ainger |
(860)
691-3021 |
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Capt.
Robert Wadsworth |
(860)
443-7259 |
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Capt.
Robert Wadsworth |
(860)
443-7259 |
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Capt.
John Wadsworth |
(860)
443-7259 |
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Capt.
John Wadsworth |
(860)
443-7259 |
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Indicates Open Boat - Walk-on's welcome
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Capt.
John Groff |
(860)
521-3168 |
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Capt.
Mark Anderson |
(860)
573-3614 |
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Capt.
David Keeney |
(860)
455-9942 |
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Capt.
Tom McLoughin |
(860)
536-6970 |
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Capt.
Steve Burnett |
(860)
572-9896 |
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Capt.
Brian Hocking |
(203)
792-2277 |
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Capt.
Frankie Lanzo |
(203)
246-6662 |
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Capt.
Lauren Griffith |
(203)
655-5918 |
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Indicates Open Boat - Walk-on's welcome
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Capt.
Mike Marro |
(877)
259-9920 |
Note: Click
on the logos below to visit web sites of interest to Connecticut
tourists, anglers and boaters.
What
You Need to Know
Do
Your Homework
You, your friends and your family are looking to have fun.
By checking into a boat and it's captain before you make a
reservation, you can avoid an unpleasant experience and create
a special, even memorable occasion. Remember, too, that you
are spending some money to take this trip, make sure you're
getting the most for it!
Make
Use of Your Crew's Experience
This
is not your average trip out on the river in a small rowboat
with a box of worms. You're going fishing! The Captain
of your boat should know his stuff, so take advantage of it.
If you're a beginner, take the opportunity to find out about
the variety of fish you could catch, the bait and the equipment
you're using. Let him help you learn how to play a
fish, and how to bring it into the boat. There's nothing worse
than having a nice big catch on the line, only to lose it
when you're trying to reel it in. Your Captain can help you
come back from shore with quite a fish tale to tell.
Be
Smart -- Hire a Professional
In order to make sure your trip on the water is safe, as well
as exciting, there are several things to look out for. The
boat's captain should have a Coast Guard license. The boat
should always be commercially documented. If the
boat carries more than six passengers in one trip, it should
have an annual certificate of inspection that lists the maximum
number of passengers it can legally carry. Make sure the boat
is well-maintained, and that the crew is forthcoming with
answers to any questions you may have. Feel free to ask for
references: You're looking to spend quite a bit of money and
the crew should gladly recommend some folks who have been
out on the water with them.
All boats that are
members of the Connecticut Charter/Party Boat Association
meet every one of the requirements listed above.
Have
Fun and Be Safe
Remember that you are out on the water to have a great time.
There is no guarantee, however, that you will actually catch
a lot of fish. You may not come back with the big catch of
the season, but you could wind up with something delicious
for dinner that night! Having a good fishing experience also
means not bringing too much alcohol to drink. A passenger
who drinks too much may not only spoil trip for the group,
but could well be a danger to others on board. (Our party
boats prohibit carry-on alcohol.) Besides, you need a quick
pair of hands and and agile mind to beat the fish, and too
much to drink can only hurt your chances. Make sure you check
with the captain about the boat's alcohol policy.
Bring
the Right Stuff
So you're armed and ready with rod, reel, bait and even something
to carry that 80-pounder home. Remember to think about your
comfort on the boat as well as your fishing experience. There's
no restaurant out in the middle of the water, so bring enough
to eat and drink. Some boats will provide lunch at an extra
cost, but you must request this when you make reservations.
Even though it's warm on land, the temperature can be quite
a bit lower on the water. Maker sure you dress in layers and
bring rain gear, even if good weather is predicted. Rainy
conditions can develop rather rapidly when you're out on the
boat. Assuming the weather does stay nice, make sure you bring
sunglasses, a hat with a visor, and sunscreen. When you're
out on the boat, you can't just run into the air conditioning
to escape the sun. Some sea-sickness pills are also a good
idea, just in case. Finally, don't forget your camera, so
you've got a record of the one that got away!
Want
to see proof of all the luck that was had on these fishing
extravaganzaas!?!?
(Check out our photo gallery by clicking here now!)
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© 2004 Connecticut Charter/Party Boat Association
