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Surrounded by the waters of the Chesapeake Bay, the Potomac and the Rappahannock Rivers, the Northern Neck is a boating and fishing haven. Numerous marinas are located throughout the waterways to provide the boater with service. Local charter captains offer their expertise to the novice and professional fishermen. Handicapped assistance is available on many of the boats, if needed. No need to worry about tackle or bait, as that is provided for you.
In calmer waters, propel your canoe or kayak across the tidal ponds, rivers, and saltwater marshes. Guides are available to assist you as you venture into pristine nooks and bays to view the birds and wildlife. State parks and private campgrounds offer rentals for your convenience.

No trip to the Northern Neck is complete without a cruise on the Chesapeake Bay.   Take the Smith Island Cruise or the Tangier Island Cruise to the unique fishing villages.    Be sure to make reservations in advance:  The tour boats fill up fast!

Water life is an essential part of the Northern Neck and its people. Enjoy our waterways while you visit. No matter what style of boating or fishing you prefer, you will experience it in the Northern Neck.

BOAT SALES

Boat Sales Inc. Brokerage boats, power and sail. Open 7 days. At Olverson's Marina. Melrose Road (Route 623).boatsales@port-starboard.com. Lottsburg 800-529-5071 or 804-529-5071

Bobby's Marine Service. New & used boat sales/service. Boston Whaler, Evinrude and Mercury motors. Open Mon.-Sat. On Hwy. 200 in Burgess 804-453-7541

Olverson's Lodge Creek Marina, Inc. Open/covered slips, heated pool, laundry, fuel, pump-out, boat brokerage; open 7 days. 1161 Melrose Road (Route 623), Lottsburg 800-529-5071 or 804-529-6868

Yankee Point Yacht Brokerage. Brokerage for used sail and power boats. Authorized Vanguard Sunfish dealer, authorized Seaward sailboat dealer. www.yankeepointmarina.com. Lancaster. 804-462-7018.

BOAT YARDS

Cockrell's Marine Railway, Inc. 25 ton travel lift, 50 ton railway. New open slips, full service boatyard. New bathhouse and all types of marine construction. Located in Heathsville. 804-453-3560 or contact info@cockrellsmarinerailway.net or visit www.cockrellsmarinerailway.net

Coles Point Plantation. A boat ramp next to the restaurant accommodates trailered boats. The boat yard can haul boats up to 50 feet long and unstep masts to 60 feet. The Yard encourages do-it-yourself maintenance or use our yacht services ranging from mechancial to fiberglass, wood care, and rigging. The marina welcomes transient boaters who will find a courtesy van, spotless bathhouses, a swimming pool, and holding tank pump-out stations. Located in Coles Point, between the Machodoc and Potomac Rivers, near Branson Cove. Coles Point. 804-472-3955. www.colespoint.com

Rappahannock Yachts - A conscientious crew of seasoned professionals provide the full range of services for sail and power vessals from a 35 slip marina and boatyard on Carter's Creek in Irvington. Westerbeke, Universal, Volvo and Mercruiser repair/rebuild, electronics, refrigeration/AC, electrical, and mechanical systems, rigging, varnish work, fiberglass repair, ship's carpentry. Specializing in classic yacht restoration, AWLGRIP@finishes and storm damage repairs. Office open seven days a week: 804-438-5353, info @rappyachts.com or www.rappyachts.com. Located at 70 Rappahannock Road in Irvington.

CANOE/KAYAK RENTALS

Bay Trail Outfitters. Guided kayak tours, rentals, sales and instruction. Unparalleled paddling experiences - lighthouse marshes and mansions, full moon tours. No experience necessary. Rt. 609. www.baytrails.com. Mathews. 888-725-7225 or 804-725-0626.

Belle Isle State Park. Guided canoe trips on Rappahannock River. Canoe and motor boat rentals. Cartop launch onto Mulberry Creek. www.dcr.state.va.us/belleisle. Call 804-462-5030

Chesapeake Bay Camp-Resort .   Waterfront RV campground with A/C cabins that sleep 4.
Reedville. 804-453-3433

Ingram Bay Marina/Capt. Billy's Charters. Canoe and small boat rentals for creek and river exploration. Largest rental fleet in area. 14-18 foot vessels. Fishing licenses included in rental. www.captbillyscharters.com. Wicomico Church. 804-580-7292.

Capt. Billy's Charters . Kayak Tours. Convenient to great fishing and touring of marshes, creeks and Historic Reedville. Guided and solo trips available. Closest ramp for access to these treasures. Ingram Bay Marina - end of Rt 609, Wicomico Church. 804-580-7292. www.ingrambaymarina.com

Northern Neck Kayak, LLC. Guided kayak tours, fishing and custom trips. We are based out of the Tides Inn in Irvington, Virginia. Email us at don@nnkkayak.com for more information. 804-363-6831 www.nnkkayak.com

Westmoreland State Park. Group kayaking trips on the Potomac. Also paddleboats, motorboats & hydro bike rentals. State Park Road (off Route 3), http://www.state.va.us/~dcr/parks/westmore.htm
Montross 804-493-9191 or 804-493-8821

CRUISES

Bay Quest Sport Fishing Charters, LLC. Cruise the Potomac River and mid Chesapeake Bay. Evening dinner cruises to waterfront restaurants. Day trips to Smith Island or Tangier Island. 23 passenger limit.
Capt. David Rowe, Lottsburg, VA . 804-529-6725. www.bayquestfishing.com

Capt. Billy's Charters. Go first class-Don't settle for less. Cruising packages available for up to 41 passengers. (Bay and River). Private trips include Sunset Cruises, Business, Birthday, Wedding Parties. Also available: Tangier Island, Onancock, Creek peek, Historic Reedville trips. Wicomico Church www.captbillyscharters.com. 804-580-7292.

Chuck's Charters. Two boats, from 1 to 58 passengers. Full-time resident guide. Evening scenic & dinner cruises available. Your host is Capt. Chuck O'Bier. Mention this ad for a 10% discount. www.chuckscharterfishing.net.
Lottsburg. 804-529-6450

Coastal Ecology Learning Program. 71 foot schooner "Phoenix." Bask in the sun or join Captain Dennis Watson for an evening cruise and watch the sunset while under full sail. Located in Colonial Beach. 540- 220-8465. www.schoonerphoenix.com

CRABBE'S CHARTER FISHING& CRUISES . Enjoy cruises on the scenic waters of the Little Wicomico River and the Chesapeake Bay aboard the 43 foot "Kit II". Cruise to Smith or Tangier Island for fun and great food. Please call for reservations. www.crabbescharterfishing.com 51 Railway Drive. Reedville 804-453-3251 or 804 761-0908

Gypsy Charters Island and River cruises by the hour or the day. Visit local restaruants in comfort via a 43' Viking. Girlfriends groups welcome! Call Captain Ted for all your cruising needs. Located in Kilmarnock. 804-435-2919

On The Water Custom Powerboat Charters Custom designed water experience just for you. Want to get on the water and have no boat? On our 22' Sea Pro, up to seven can cruise, fish, stargaze, or check out the sights. Your choice, your trip. Located in Irvington. email, ghe@vaonthewater.com or visit the website at www.vaonthewater.com 804-438-5197

The Miss Ann. Lunch, dinner & cocktail cruises all week long, and most of the season. This 127-foot, classic 1926 yacht sets sail from the Tides Inn dock. Please call for times and reservations.
Irvington 804-438-5000

Pittman's Charters, Inc. Sunset and sightseeing cruises. Charter fishing aboard Mystic LadyII, May-December, 1-25 passengers. Open 7 days. Reedville. 804-453-3643

Chesapeake Bay Camp-Resort. Day cruises to quaint Smith Island in Chesapeake Bay. Tour island, museum, gift shop, seafood. Leaves from Chesapeake Bay Camp-Resort. May-Oct. 15. Reservations required.  
Reedville 804-453-3430 or 804-453-4051.

Tangier Island & Rappahannock River. Day cruises to Tangier Island from Reedville or up the Rappahannock River from Tappahannock. Reservations required. www.tangiercruise.com.
Call 800-598-BOAT (2628) or 804-453-2628.

FISHING CHARTERS

Bayquest Sport Fishing. Fish aboard 43' "Bay Quest" April thru January on the Chesapeake Bay, Potomac River, and Atlantic Ocean. USCG licensed for 23 passengers. Voted "2006 BEST ON THE BAY" by Chesapeake Bay Magazine! Capt. David Rowe, Lottsburg, VA. 804-529-6725. www.bayquestfishing.com

Big Easy Charter Fishing. Central Chesapeake-Smith Point area. Licensed Captain Gordon Showalter. New 42 foot diesel. All tackle and bait included. Ophelia. 804-453-6829.

Bob-A-Long Charters & Tackle, LLC. Small group charter fishing (1-4 passengers) in the mid-Chesapeake. USCG Licensed captain provides tackle, license, bait, drinks, snacks, and fish cleaning. 267 Carefree Lane, Kilmarnock, VA 22482.www.bob-a-long.com
804-435-9785

Capt. Billy's Charters. Fish with renowned captain Billy Pipkin aboard the 46 foot custom Sportfish "Liquid Assets II" - Chesapeake Bay and Virginia Beach. Up to 41 passengers. Fishing inshore/offshore-Cruises sunset, dinner and custom trips. We are first class. Located at Ingram Bay Marina at the end of Rt. 609(Remo Rd.) in Wicomico Church. www.captbillyscharters.com.
Wicomico Church. 804-580-7292.

Chuck's Charters. Two boats, from 1 to 58 passengers. Full-time resident guide. Evening scenic & dinner cruises available. Your host is Capt. Chuck O'Bier. Mention this ad for a 10% discount. www.chuckscharterfishing.net.
Lottsburg. 804-529-6450

CRABBE'S CHARTER FISHING . April-Winter (Maryland & Virginia seasons) & winter (Virginia Beach). USCG licensed up to 26 passengers (16 in ocean) aboard 43' charter boat KIT II. . Safe, fast, latest electronics. . Please call for reservations. Full time resident guide of 30 years. Includes bait, tackle, ice, and fish cleaned..Cruises available. www.crabbescharterfishing.com.
Smith Point area, 804-453-3251/ 804 761-0908

D n S Fishing. Fast and comfortable fishing on the Anna Lynn, new in 2005. Fish the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. USCG inspected for 22. Family and corporate groups welcome. For a great boating day call 804-445-5155. www.dnsfishing.com

Fisher's Bay Charters. Great fishing on the 40' Silver Mist with Captain Dave Fisher. May-December. Coast Guard inspected for 16 passengers. Bait, tackle, licenses provided.
Heathsville. 804-580-2548.

Gypsy Charters Come relax aboard the Chesapeake Bay's premier fishing/cruising vessel. Safe, fast 43' Viking. USCG licensed Captain since 1975. Book by the hour or the day. Ladies groups welcome. Kilmarnock. 804-435-2919. www.gypsycharters.net

Jimmick Jr. Charters. Fish or cruise aboard the Jimmick Jr. III.April to December, 1 to 25 passengers. Everything needed for fishing is supplied, fish cleaned. Great for company or family outings.
Wicomico Church. www.jimmickjrcharters.com 804-580-7744.

Pittman's Charters, Inc. Charter fishing aboard Mystic Lady II, May-December, 1 to 25 passengers. Bait, tackle, ice, beer, & fuel. Open 7 days.
Reedville 804-453-3643

Shelton Charters. Day off? Join us aboard the "Reel Thrill," a custom 46' sportsfish. Trolling, bottom fishing and jigging are our specialties. Tackle, bait, ice and licenses furnished. Sunset cruises available. www.sheltoncharters.com or email at gonefishin@sheltoncharters.com. Reedville. 804-580-9800

The Virginia Charter Boat Association, the charter fishing captain's professional organization for all of Virginia, and Visit Virginia both have brand new informational brochures available. The Visit Virginia "Fishing and Boating" flyer lists charter fishing captains, marinas, boat ramps, as well as many other facilities of interest to someone who is interested in boating and/or fishing in Virginia's salt water areas. The Virginia Charter Boat Association flyer lists all VCBA members and shows where they fish geographically so that a specific area of the Chesapeake Bay or Atlantic Ocean can be targeted. The captains' boat names, home ports, and phone numbers are listed in the brochure. Both are available by calling toll free 1-877-285-4593 and asking for the Virginia Charter Boat brochure and the Fishing and Boating brochure.

FISHING & HUNTING SUPPLIES

RW's Sport Shop. Fishing and hunting supplies; custom built rods; rod and reel repair; fishing licenses; bait. Charter fishing services. Open 7 days a week. 1434 Northumberland Highway. Callao. 804-529-5634.

MARINAS

Carter's Cove Marina. A well protected, deepwater marina with full length finger piers. New boathouse, pumpout and 30/50 amp power at each slip. Located at 347 Carter's Cove Drive, Weems, VA 22576. www.carterscovemarina.com. 804-438-5273

Chesapeake Bay Camp Resort /Smith Island & Marina. Transient & annual covered slips. 30 amp electric & water. Pumpout for boats. Hot showers, swimming pool, ice, groceries, laundry, mini-golf. Sunnybank Road to Campground Road. 382 Campground Road, Reedville 804-453-3430 or 804 453-4051

Coan River Marina. Full-service marina: slips, ship's store, ramp, fuel, travel lift, yard, storage. Deep water. Open 7 days. On Route 614,
Lottsburg 804-529-6767

Coles Point Plantation. The best kept secret on the Potomac River. Harbor your boat at one of the 120 open or covered slips. 500 foot fishing pier. Swimming pool, Pilots Wharf restaurant known for its seafood specialties. Fully stocked general store. Boatyard with full rigging services. Two rental cabins. Walk along the sandy beachfront. Recreation hall hosts many special events for the guests. For more information visit www.colespoint.com. Coles Point. 804-472-3955

Colonial Beach Yacht Center. Full service marina and Dockside Restaurant. Sandy beach, A/C bathhouse, pumpout, playground. On Potomac River halfway between DC and Chesapeake Bay.  Personal watercraft rentals available. Reservations can be made at www.cbycmarina.com
Colonial Beach 804-224-7230

Ingram Bay Marina. Closest marina to the best fishing and cruising on the Chesapeake. First class facility offering 51 slips (open/covered), Deep Water Ramp, Land Storage, Bait/Tackle shop, Fuel, Sewage Pumpout, Boat Rentals, Fishing Charters. More info: www.captbillyscharters.com. Wicomico Church. 804-580-7292.

Olverson's Lodge Creek Marina, Inc. Open/covered slips, heated pool, laundry, fuel, pump-out, boat brokerage; open 7 days. 1161 Melrose Road (Route 623), Lottsburg 800-529-5071 or 804-529-6868

Port Kinsale Marina. Covered & open slips; full-service yard; 30-ton lift; pool & beach; laundry; ships store; gas, diesel, & propane; dockside dining & waterfront bed & breakfast.  Kinsale 804-472-2044

Rappahannock Yachts - A conscientious crew of seasoned professionals provide the full range of services for sail and power vessals from a 35 slip marina and boatyard on Carter's Creek in Irvington. Westerbeke, Universal, Volvo and Mercruiser repair/rebuild, electronics, refrigeration/AC, electrical, and mechanical systems, rigging, varnish work, fiberglass repair, ship's carpentry. Specializing in classic yacht restoration, AWLGRIP@finishes and storm damage repairs. Office open seven days a week: 804-438-5353, info @rappyachts.com or www.rappyachts.com. Located at 70 Rappahannock Road in Irvington.

Smith Point Marina. A full serviceVirginia Clean Marina, located where the Potomac meets the Bay off the Little Wicomico River. Has long had the reputation as "where the fish live." Slips, fuel, boat maintenance and repair are just the beginning. The new ship's store, Fish Finds, has everything from bait to batteries, boat parts to whimsical clothing and handcrafted gifts. The "cutest bathouse on the Bay," laundry facilities, camping, ramp, pump-out, and friendly, efficient service make APM a favorite of boaters and fishermen. Visit online at www.smithpointmarina.com. Sunnybank Road to Smith Point Road. 989 Smith Point Road. Reedville 804-453-4077

The Tides Marinas. Rated "Best of the Bay" by Chesapeake Magazine. Winner of Atlantic Cruising Club's 5 Bells Award, the highest and only on the Chesapeake Bay.
Irvington 804-438-6400

Windmill Point Marina. A protected harbor in the best location on the middle Chesapeake Bay, close to the Intercoastal Waterway. Fixed and floating docks accommodate boats up to 100 feet. Electric, water, pump-out available. Dockmaster on site daily. First phase opens spring, 2008. Located at the end of Windmill Point road in White Stone. Lat. 37degrees, 36.9' n, Lon. 76 degrees 17.4' W. www.liveatwindmillpoint.com/marina. 410-269-0933

Yankee Point Sailboat Marina and Boat Service Associates. Idyllic setting in the Corrotoman River for serious sailors and their families. Full service marina and boatyard. 1303 Oak Hill Rd. Lancaster 804 462-7018.

PUBLIC FISHING PIERS

Colonial Beach - Municipal pier and boardwalk on the Potomac River.

Great Wicomico Fishing Pier - Glebe Point (Route 200 Jesse Ball DuPont Memorial Highway) in Northumberland County.  It is handicap accessible and has a paved parking lot.  Closed at dusk each day.

ROWING

Calm Waters Rowing. Rowing training by world class instructors. www.calmwatersrowing.com. Lancaster. 804-435-6887

SAILING

Premier Sailing School. Learn to sail. Classes for adults (in yachts) and children (in kid-size boats). U.S. Sailing School certified. www.sailingschool.net. Tides Lodge Marina, Irvington. 804-435-5019.

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