Cricket II – The JAWS Boat

 

Trips from $250

Length: 45 ft

Capacity: 6 persons

Inshore Fishing, Nearshore Fishing, Offshore Fishing, Wreck Fishing

Morehead City, NC

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Targeted Species
Albacore Tuna
Albacore Tuna
Blacktip Shark
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefish
Bluefish
Bluefish
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

Boat Specs

Length
45 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Fishing Techniques
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Jigging
  • Kite Fishing
  • Light Tackle
  • Popping
  • Spinning
  • Trolling

Amenities
  • Bed
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • GPS
  • Ice Box
  • Kitchen
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes

Trip Includes
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Rods, reels & tackle

This isn’t just a fishing trip, this is a chance to be a part of a legend. Hop aboard the Cricket II, the very same boat that inspired author Peter Benchley to write the book on which the movie Jaws is based on.

This 45’ boat was built in 1947 and belongs to a different era. She was fully restored and outfitted a few years ago in order to provide free fishing trips for disabled veterans. Certain alterations were made, to make the boat wheelchair accessible. The boat is powered by a 250 HP Detroit engine, features a private toilet, navigational electronics, a fighting chair, trolling gear, tuna tubes, and all kinds of top-notch fishing equipment.

To live up to its legend, this boat will take you to Shark hunting. You can go after Blacktip and Tiger sharks that gather around wrecks. The crew provides Shark tags, so you can also be a part of this species preservation. But there’s so much more. Captain Joe and Captain Chaz have over 50 years of experience and can put you on Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel and more. It all depends on what technique you’re using and which fishing grounds you visited.

All fishing equipment, licenses, and catch cleaning are included in the price. You only need to pack your food, drinks, and bring sun protection. The cost of your trip helps to cover the cost of free trips for veterans.

Enjoy a safe and comfortable adventure on the Cricket II! You don’t need a bigger boat.

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