Captain Rollo’s Kids at Sea is dedicated to preserving Rollo’s memory by instilling a love of fishing and a respect for the ocean in future generations of fisherman. Like Rollo, the majority of the people fishing today started before the age of 16.

We organize marine-awareness fishing trips for about 5,000 youth a year from groups such as schools, nonprofits, and community organizations. Our priority is serving disadvantaged, physically challenged, and at-risk youth and will serve other groups of children based on available funding and co-sponsorship. The generosity of our sponsors and donors allow us to provide these exclusive fishing excursions at no cost to the schools, children and their families.

The marine-awareness fishing trips consist of 30 to 40 kids at a time, with four to six chaperones, on 1/2 to 3/4 day. Rods, reels, hooks, and sinkers are provided as well as lunch, beverages and a snack. Kids are instructed in fishing techniques and learn about marine conservation with expert instruction from the Captain and crew on a Coast Guard approved vessel. Youth are provided with on-the water ocean preservation education where they learn hands-on about the ecosystems that exist in our coastal waters.

To book a trip for your group, please contact:
Howard Coolidge
(805) 598-3401
[email protected]

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