Block Island Fishworks Guides and Charter Boats
Resident Guides and Boats with local knowledge -
we live on Block Island, we fish on Block Island.
Insured and USCG Licensed

Charter Boats                                             Reservations

Charter Boat Services & Referral Services

Block Island Fishworks can recommend several local Charter Fishing boats. We will refer you to a qualified captain and boat if we cannot accommodate you .  All Captains are Coast Guard Licensed and have the local knowledge and skill to bring you a memorable fishing experience. Available boats are 20ft – 36ft and conduct half-day (4hrs), 3/4 day (6hrs), and full day (8hrs) charters targeting striped bass, bluefish, bonito, false albacore, tuna, shark, scup, seabass, and fluke.   Great fun for the adventure seeker or the family!    
Reservations necessary
    Recommended seasonal months are May to October

New - Fishing and Lodging Packages


Fly Fishing & Light Tackle Charters
1 to 3 people

Description ~ Casting light tackle spinning gear or fly-fishing in tight to the beaches, rock piles, and rips around the Island.  All gear provided, all abilities welcome! Targeting Stripers, Blues, Bonito, Albies, & BFT's

3 hr ~ $300
4 hr ~ $350
6 hr ~ $550
8 hr ~ $650
(recommend split day)

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NEW ~ Spearfishing Lessons and Charters
1-2 people

New for 2010, BI Fishworks is offering Spearfishing lessons and charters.  These trips are for 1 or 2 people who will free dive with an instructor at select spots around Block Island (captain stays on the boat) Lessons will concentrate on safety, tactics, protocol, fish selection, and conservation.  All gear is provided - pole spears, spear guns, weight belts, masks, fins and suits.

4hrs ~ $500

 


Inshore Charter Boat
 up to six people  

Description ~ Casting, eeling, fly fishing, or  trolling for bass and bluefish, bottom fishing for fluke and seabass, this is a great family trip. Targeting Stripers, Blues, Bonito, False Albacore,  Fluke, Sea Bass & Porgy.

1/2 day (4hr)   $450 to $500

Full Day (8+hr)  $800

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Offshore Charter Boat
up to six people

Referrals provided ~ you will leave the dock early to travel 20-40 miles offshore.  Want a shorter trip? ask about our shark or mahi trips aboard our 26 ft Regulator.

Mahi, BFT's, Shark - 6hrs, $700

Tuna, Mahi, sharks - 10hrs, $1000

 

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Included in your trip:
Your fishing charters and guided trips will include all tackle and bait, some captains will provide beverages.  You can keep the fish you catch however we strongly encourage catch and release - offshore trip policies may vary. 

***Gratuities are customarily 18% and are not part of the trip price.***

What to bring:  
Wear layers of clothing including a water proof jacket, pants, a hat, non- marring rubber soled shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, drinks and snacks (BYOB),  and don't forget your camera.
Reservations:
All reservations require a  deposit of 1/2 the cost of the trip and valid Visa or MC to hold reservation, checks require full payment.  
For availability and reservations call 401-742-3992 or EMAIL us at  bifishworks@gmail.com
Cancellation Policy:
Deposit is refundable if trips are cancelled  7 days prior to reservation.  Deposits are non refundable for trips cancelled less than 7 days and trips cancelled 48 hrs or less are subject to full price of scheduled trip.   Any trip cancelled by the Captain are fully refundable.