Captain David Iovanna
Plymouth, MA  02360
(603)785-8777
CaptDavid@Pilothousecharters.com

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Time

Be on the deck 30 minutes prior to departure time. Charter times are scheduled on a dock-to-dock basis. All departure times are subject to change to ensure the safety of our passengers.

                                                               What to Bring

  • Rain gear.
  • Rubber boots.

  • Warm outer wear. The wind chill on the water can be quite cold, even during the summer months.
  • A Hat and Sun Glasses.
  • Soft-soled (non-marking) boat shoes (no black soles).
  • Sun Block. Severe sunburn can result from the sun's reflection off of the water.
  • Motion sickness pills or wristbands if you are prone to sea sickness.
  • A camera.
  • Lunch and/or snacks. (No hard liquor). Soft drinks are provided.
  • Your favorite tackle (optional). All bait and tackle is provided.
    Just a reminder: space is limited, so please pack your personal belongings into a single carry-on bag
    There will be no handheld GPS units brought on board by fishing passengers.

Safety

The safety and enjoyment of our passengers and crew is extremely important. It will be the sole decision of the vessel Captain in assessing equipment, water and weather conditions as to actual departure. If a cancellation must be made under the above circumstances, it will be the client's choice of a refund of deposit or rescheduling.

Drugs and Alcohol

Safety is our priority. We meet or exceed the stringent USCG requirements for vessels. No more than one six-pack of beer may be brought for each person. No beer can be opened until the vessel is three miles offshore, and no alcohol consumption is permitted at least one half hour prior to arrival at the dock. The captain may terminate the charter at any time, without refund, if one or more individuals becomes intoxicated or cannot, in the captain's opinion, follow directions in an emergency situation. We comply with the USCG "Zero Tolerance Law" regarding drugs. NO EXCEPTIONS.

 

Fisheries

 Tip-N-Ring crew and its passengers will fish in accordance with all applicable regulations as required by the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries and the National Marine Fisheries Service.  Anglers may not use more than two hooks or a jig and a single teaser when recreationally fishing for codfish and haddock.

 

Massachusetts and Federal Regulations for Charter Boats

 Species  Size Limit  Bag Limit
 Bluefish  None  10
 Cod   23"  10 Apr 01 - Nov 30
     5 Dec 01 - Mar 31
 Cusk  None  None
 Fluke  16.5"  07
 Haddock  21"  None
 Monkfish  17"  None
 Pollock  None  None
 Redfish  None  None
 Striped Bass  28"  02