CITY ISLAND FISHING FIELD GUIDE
All‑Day Blackfish Expedition from City Island: Aboard the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II
An eight‑hour, all‑ages blackfishing trip run by Island Current Fleet — this guide distills the practical facts on duration, rates, onboard services, and what to bring.
All‑Day Blackfish Expedition from City Island: Aboard the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II.
Board the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II for an all‑day blackfishing outing from City Island with Island Current Fleet: an eight‑hour trip that pairs modern fish‑finding technology and market‑grade tackle with hands‑on instruction in rigging, bait selection, netting or gaffing, and fish cleaning. The operation advertises superior service from an expert crew and welcomes anglers of all ages and experience levels.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Comfort and Capacity on the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II
This trip runs aboard the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II, a vessel advertised for comfortable all‑day fishing; the fleet emphasizes a well‑equipped platform for blackfishing and a passenger limit to manage space and service.
Targeting Blackfish with Modern Gear
The operation focuses on blackfish and uses the latest in fish‑finding technology along with high‑quality tackle to help anglers locate and hook the largest fish of the day.
Instruction, Rigging, and Onboard Fish Care
Crew members provide hands‑on instruction in tackle rigging, bait selection, netting or gaffing techniques, and top‑of‑the‑line fish cleaning to round out the day’s fishing.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The outing is framed as an all‑day, roughly eight‑hour trip: you board the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II, spend the bulk of the day on the blackfish grounds using electronic finding gear and quality tackle, receive guided instruction from the crew, and finish with fish‑cleaning procedures onboard.
THE VESSEL
Comfort and Capacity on the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II
This trip runs aboard the 50' ISLAND CURRENT II, a vessel advertised for comfortable all‑day fishing; the fleet emphasizes a well‑equipped platform for blackfishing and a passenger limit to manage space and service.
THE FISHERY
Targeting Blackfish with Modern Gear
The operation focuses on blackfish and uses the latest in fish‑finding technology along with high‑quality tackle to help anglers locate and hook the largest fish of the day.
THE EXPERIENCE
Instruction, Rigging, and Onboard Fish Care
Crew members provide hands‑on instruction in tackle rigging, bait selection, netting or gaffing techniques, and top‑of‑the‑line fish cleaning to round out the day’s fishing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Trips run around eight hours.
Adult fare is $90; child fare (12 and under) is $60.
Food and beverages are not included in the ticket price — passengers should bring their own food and drinks.
The fleet supplies market‑grade tackle and uses modern fish‑finding technology; expect hands‑on instruction from the crew.
The trip has a 30‑passenger maximum and welcomes all ages and experience levels; verify specific booking and safety details with Island Current Fleet.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
Trips will last around 8 hours.
What are the rates?
Adult tickets are $90; child tickets (12 and under) are $60.
Is food provided?
No — food and beverages are not included; passengers should bring their own.
What is the passenger limit?
The trip operates with a 30 passenger maximum.
Do I need my own tackle?
The fleet advertises that it uses only the finest tackle available and provides the necessary gear aboard.
Who is this trip suited for?
The operator welcomes anglers of all ages and experience levels and provides crew instruction to support beginners and experienced fishers alike.