Join Captain Jack Fairburn for a Relaxing Fishing Trip in Old Lyme, CT - Bell 8 Charters
Join Captain Jack Fairburn for a relaxing fishing trip in Old Lyme, Connecticut. Bell 8 Charters offers exceptional fishing experiences on the beautiful waters of Old Lyme. Captain Jack, a retired teacher turned passionate angler, guides guests to productive fishing sites for a variety of species.
Depending on the season and your preferences, you can visit Hatchett’s Reef, Long Sand Shoal, and the tidal rip off Cornfield Point. Targeted species include Striped Bass, Bluefish, Tautog, Black Seabass, Flounder, Dogfish, Porgy, and more.
The boat used for the fishing trips is a 21’ Steiger Craft with a capacity for four guests. Powered by a reliable 150 HP Yamaha engine with a maximum cruising speed of 32 knots, you'll reach the productive fishing grounds quickly and safely. The vessel is equipped with essential safety features such as life jackets, a livewell for bait, and a GPS and fishfinder to locate the fish.
Bell 8 Charters offers short 3-hour trips that provide ample time to catch fish. The fishing trips include rods, reels, tackle, artificial bait, fishing licenses, and a fish processing service at the end of your excursion.
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What are the trip rates for Bell 8 Charters?
Bell 8 Charters provides the following travel options to customers:
- $400 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Weekdays (AM) (3 hours)
- $500 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Weekend & Holidays (3 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Bell 8 Charters?
When you book a trip with Bell 8 Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS 2020 Raymarine
- Fishfinder Garmin
- Live Bait Well
What's included in the trip price with Bell 8 Charters?
Trips booked with Bell 8 Charters include the following provisions:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Client must request ahead of time)
- Lures (Live bait available at additional cost)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Additional cost)
- Fishing License (Not required on licensed charter boats in CT)
What types of fishing does Bell 8 Charters offer?
Bell 8 Charters specializes in the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing (Lower Connecticut River)
- Nearshore Fishing (Eastern Long Island Sound)
- Reef Fishing (Hatchett's Reef, Long Sand Shoal)
What fishing techniques does Bell 8 Charters offer?
Bell 8 Charters specializes in the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Fly Fishing (When winds permit.)
Which fish species can I catch with Bell 8 Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Bell 8 Charters include:
- Bass (Striped)
- Bluefish
- Flounder
- Scup (Porgy)
- Seabass (Black)
- Tautog