Plan Your Tour or Fishing Charter / Directions
What to Bring
- Light colored soft sole shoes (Not black Soles-they scuff the decks) are required for the best safety aboard the boat.
- Camera - For those priceless moments.
- Sunscreen, sun glasses and other personal objects.
- Windbreaker/sweater and light duty rain gear in the event storms roll in. The weather can changed quickly here in New England.
- Please bring your snacks and beverages. (Unless otherwise specified in your Tour Package)
- If you are booking for a full day, please bring your lunch and any other energy boosters you require. Beer and wine AOK, cans are welcome, bottles while underway are not. Hard liquor is saved for dockside for everyone's safety and enjoyment.
- You should bring an additional large plastic trash bags to transport your hopeful catch of the day home.
What NOT to bring
Not allowed on board: Illegal substances (non prescription drugs & illicit drugs) or weapons of any kind are to be brought aboard the boat. Violators will be returned to the dock immediately and the trip cancelled without refund.
Medical Information
Any known or potentially unknown medical conditions should be reported to the captain before disembarking so as to not spoil the trip for the others; such as pregnancy, bad backs/necks and or susceptibility to sea sickness.
Sea Sickness Information
If you get woozy while boating, we recommend taking Dramamine at least 2 hours before departing the dock if you want it to work. It will not work if you wait and take it while underway. Wrist bands and behind the ear devices also work--check with your pharmacist should for your particular preventative situation.
For more information about sea sickness, check out these sites:
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motion_sickness
- http://studenttravel.about.com/od/boardaboat/qt/motionsickness.htm
Directions to the White Cap
Location of Boat: Scituate Harbor, MA, Public Boat Ramp, Jericho Road, Scituate MA 02066
Boat Telephone: 617.966.1986
Closest Airport: Boston, Logan International
Private Airports: Marshfield, MA or Norwood, MA
Closest Train Stop: Greenbush. (Free pickups / dropoff available)
From Plymouth and Cape Cod:
- Head North on Route 3 to exit 12.
- At the bottom of the ramp turn left onto Route 139 East and continue for 1/10 of a mile to the traffic lights and turn left onto Union Street and proceed 1.1 miles to Pine Street.
- Turn right onto Pine Street and follow for 1.4 miles to the end at the junction of Route 3A.
- Turn left onto Route 3A (heading north) and follow for 3.1 miles over the North River Bridge into Scituate to the rotary.
- Turn right onto the Driftway (You will pass Greenbush train stop on the left) and follow for 2.3 miles to the downtown of Scituate (St Mary's church on your left).
- At this intersection go straight passing Bank of America on your right. Follow Front Street through Scituate Harbor, around the corner and up the hill at the town pier to the traffic lights. (Jehrico Road.)
- Turn left onto Jericho Road and follow for a 1⁄2 mile. The ramp is on the right after Hatherly Road and Before Barker Road. Park in a "non trailer space". There is a porta potty there, and we will be waiting at the end of the dock for you.
From Boston and Route 3
- Take Route 3 towards Cape Cod to Exit 14.
- At the bottom of the ramp, Home Depot will be across the street, turn left and follow for 1 mile to the traffic light at the junction of Routes 228 and 53.
- Go straight and follow Route 228, "Main Street" for 5.7 miles to the intersection of Routes 228 and 3A. Turn right onto Route 3A South and follow for 6.0 miles through Cohasset and into Scituate. The Scituate town hall and police station will be on the left.
- Turn Left onto First Parish Road and follow for 1⁄2 mile to the traffic lights then carry onto towards the town common taking a soft left onto Beaver Dam Road and follow for 1.6 miles (Over the train tracks) to the next traffic light at the Tilden road intersection.
- Continue to the next traffic light (Jericho Road).
- Turn left onto Jericho Road and follow for a 1⁄2 mile. The ramp is on the right after Hatherly Road and Before Barker Road. Park in a "non trailer space". There is a porta potty there, and we will be waiting at the end of the dock for you.
- Click here to view a googleMap of the Area.
Suggested Tip for Mate:
10-15% of the cost of the charter for attention to detail and outstanding service
Weather Policy
Visit our FAQ page to view our Weather Policy.
For useful forecast and weather information visit our weather page.
Helpful Links
Accomodations
The Allen House Bed & Breakfast (Scituate, MA)
www.bedbreakfasthome.com/allenhousebnb (opens new window) The Allen House is located approximately 25 miles southeast of Boston in the charming fishing village of Scituate. Built in 1905 by William Paley Allen, a town merchant, this shingle style colonial sits high on a hill overlooking the harbor and ocean. It was lovingly restored in 2000 by current owner/ innkeeper Meredith Emmons. Specializing in personalized service, the house has 6 guest rooms with private baths, central air-conditioning and is within an easy and safe walking distance of the many shops and restaurants in the harbor area. A gourmet breakfast, frequently served on the front porch overlooking the harbor, completes the restful stay.
Dove Creek Lodge (Key West, FL)
www.dovecreeklodge.com (opens new window) Enjoy our favorite fishing spot in the Keys for new 5 Star, clean and hospitable accommodations. Wonderful onsite restaurant called Snappers and plenty of off island adventure from glass bottom Kayaks to back country & off shore fishing shopping and touring. We recommend Dove Creek Lodge for a great weekend getaway. Mention White Cap sent you for 15% off your stay and a free T-Shirt!
Weather Information
White Cap Charter's Weather Links
www.WhiteCapCharters.com/helpful-links/weather-links A comprehensive list of forecast and weather links for the greater Boston, Massachusetts and New England Coastal areas as well as a reference to the United States Cosast Guard's Coastal Warning Flags.
NOAA's Coastal Waters Forecast
www.erh.noaa.gov/box/fcsts/BOSCWFBOX.html (opens new window) NOAA's National Weather Service Taunton MA. Coastal waters from the Merrimack River MA to Watch Hill RI out to 25 Nautical miles.
Fishing Information
Sport Fishing Massachusetts
www.state.ma.us/dfwele/dmf/recreationalfishing/rec_index.htm (opens new window) Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries website with Massachusetts Saltwater Game Fish Records.
StriperSurf.com
www.stripersurf.com (opens new window) Online articles from the premier Surf Casting writers.
Outfitters
Cross Rip Outfitters (Nantucket, MA)
www.crossrip.com (Opens New Window) Fish the pristine waters (Rips, Shoals, Open Water, Flats, and Beaches) around Nantucket, Tuckernuck, and Muskeget Islands for Striped Bass, Bluefish, Bonito, and False Albacore. from $400. Tell them White Cap Charters sent you for a special gift.
Wm.J.Mills & Company (Canvas Products)
www.millscanvas.com (Opens New Window) "Makers of the best canvas products on the planet! I have been using Mills bags for over 27 years and they wear better every year." -Captain Brad
North River Outfitter (Norwell, MA)
www.northriveroutfitter.com (Opens New Window) Classic Clothier to Ladies and Gentlemen. A special place, with top quality gear, friendly faces and a real can do way of improving your daily lifestyle. Tell them White Cap Charters sent you for a special offer!
Services
Harbor Mooring (Scituate, MA)
Moorings and Diving: Your one stop shop for all of your mooring and diving needs. Please click on the link for pricing and other information.
Docks: Maintenance and Repair for North River Docks.
Launch/Pump Out Service: Pump out service for the North and South rivers. Please check our page for important information on the pump out service. Launch service coming soon.
200 Country Way, Scituate, Ma 02066 Office 781-544-3130 E-Mail
The Dominic White Studio, LLC (Boat Portraits)
www.dominicwhitestudio.com (Opens new window) Original works of fine art featuring custom paintings of your power boat, sail boat, recreational or commercial vessel.
Regional Information
MassVacation.com
www.massvacation.com (Opens new window) Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism.
Norwell, Massachusetts
www.norwellma.com (Opens new window) A website providing old fashioned, down home information about Norwell, Massachusetts. Featuring facts about the town, schools, and local business information.
Reference
Knot Guide
www.stripersurf.com/andeknots.html (Opens new window) StriperSurf.com's handy online chart of a variety of fishing knots and their practical applications.
Animated Knots by Grog
www.animatedknots.com (Opens new window) Online animated knot teaching tool.