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  • Rockport SeaVenture 11 Tuna Wharf Rockport, MA
  • jim@capt-jim.com
  • 978-412-2493

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🦞 90 min. Vintage Lobster Boat Tour Along Historic Waterfront Aboard the First Lady 🌊 🛥️ NEW Sunset Tours on Friday Nights! 🌅
📍 Rockport, MA

Meet Captain Jim Beauvais ⛵ Captain Jim Beauvais Meet Captain Jim Beauvais ⛵

Captain Jim Beauvais has been navigating the waters of Ipswich Bay since the age of 10. A former member of the Ipswich Bay Yacht Club and current member of the Sandy Bay Yacht Club in Rockport, his maritime experience spans decades. Jim has completed nine voyages to Bermuda, extensively cruised the British Virgin Islands, and explored the Maine coast as far east as North Haven. He holds a U.S. Coast Guard Captain's certification, underscoring his commitment to safety and professionalism.​ Beyond his credentials, Captain Jim is known for his engaging storytelling and deep knowledge of local maritime history. 

Join Captain Jim aboard the First Lady for an unforgettable journey through Rockport's scenic harbor, where you'll learn about lobstering and local landmarks and perhaps even spot some creatures along the way! Book now at capt-jim.com.

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WE'RE BACK! We're so excited to be hitting the wat WE'RE BACK! We're so excited to be hitting the waters of Rockport again, and we can't wait for you to join us.

This year, we are offering lobster boat tours weekly, Wednesday through Saturday, up until September 19!

Available time slots for our 1.5-hour boat tour are 9:00AM, 11:00AM, 1:30PM, and 3:30PM.

Book now at capt-jim.com!

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We are back!! We pulled up our first lobster haul We are back!! We pulled up our first lobster haul of the season this past weekend, and we're stoked to be back out on the First Lady. We can't wait to have you join us!

We'll be holding 90-minute lobster boat tours now through mid-September on Wednesdays through Saturdays! Visit us online at capt-jim.com to book an available slot.

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And just like that, the 2025 season has come to a And just like that, the 2025 season has come to a close. We took dozens of trips this summer and we can't wait to do it again next year. Stay tuned, we'll be back!

PS. Happy National Lobster Day! 🦞

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“We had an excellent time. It was fun and educatio “We had an excellent time. It was fun and educational for all of us (Dad, 5 year old, and 13 year old). Learning about Rockport history and lobstering was really interesting. First mate John was fabulous.” - Justin T.

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CREATURE OF THE WEEK: SEA BIRDS Rockport's coastl CREATURE OF THE WEEK: SEA BIRDS

Rockport's coastline is home to a plethora of sea birds, including loons, grebes, gulls, cormorants, and Harlequin ducks. Harlequin ducks are colorful, small sea ducks that go by many other names, including painted duck, totem pole duck, rock duck, glacier duck, mountain duck, white-eyed diver, squeaker, lords and ladies, and blue streak.

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All hands on deck! 🦞 Tomorrow (September 20th) is All hands on deck! 🦞

Tomorrow (September 20th) is the final day of our 2025 season! We can't wait to see you next year out on the First Lady.

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The First Lady may have her origins just down the The First Lady may have her origins just down the street in Essex, MA, but she's traveled pretty far and worn a lot of different hats since her construction in 1974!

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You can spot hundreds of different buoys in the wa You can spot hundreds of different buoys in the waters off of Rockport, but did you know some of them are marking the locations of up to ten lobster traps per buoy? 🦞

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Lucinda D. left this review for us: “Giving peopl Lucinda D. left this review for us:

“Giving people the opportunity to go out on a lobster boat is a great idea. The boat is relatively small, so the cruise was relaxing, intimate (a maximum of 6 guests), and we really felt connected to the water. First Mate John was friendly, funny, and full of interesting tidbits about lobster fishing. After we "pulled some traps," Captain Jim took us further out so we could see the adorably curious (and prolific), gray seals that call Cape Ann home. A truly delightful trip. We highly recommend it.”

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No creature is immortal, but lobsters are about as No creature is immortal, but lobsters are about as close as one can get. 🦞  They don't age the same way other creatures do. They can also detach their claws and legs when in danger, and the limb will slowly grow back over time, like it never even happened!

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Our 2025 season will come to a close on September Our 2025 season will come to a close on September 20th. There's still time to squeeze in one last trip! Book now at capt-jim.com.

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CREATURE OF THE WEEK: the sea raven! Did you know CREATURE OF THE WEEK: the sea raven! Did you know that sea ravens can fill their bellies with water when frightened, similar to a puffer fish? This makes it appear larger to scare away predators. This is why they are also called puff-bellies!

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We love hearing about your time with us! Mir L. le We love hearing about your time with us! Mir L. left us a wonderful review on Facebook: “I cannot recommend this enough. My kids are still talking about how much fun they had on the lobster boat. We hope to do this again in the near future. The crew is top notch.”

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We have a special Monday slot open for this Monday We have a special Monday slot open for this Monday, 9/8! Come out on the water with us and pull some traps, visit with seals, and learn about lobstering! Book online at capt-jim.com.

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A sneak peek into all the goodies we have at our s A sneak peek into all the goodies we have at our shop! Stop by before or after your tour at 11 Tuna Wharf, Rockport, MA.

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The First Lady, a working lobster boat, is availab The First Lady, a working lobster boat, is available for private charters and evening cruises out of Rockport, MA's Tuna Wharf! Perfect for weddings, engagements, birthdays, fishing trips, retirements, graduation celebrations, trips to Thatcher Island, and more! For availability, email your desired date and activity to jim@capt-jim.com.

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One of our favorite local spots, the 7th Wave Rest One of our favorite local spots, the 7th Wave Restaurant, is located right up the wharf from us at 7 Tuna Wharf, Rockport, MA! Perfect for a tasty bite or a drink before or after your lobster boat tour.

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As our season nears its end (last day is September As our season nears its end (last day is September 20), we're adding a few special Monday slots! Come out on the water with us on Labor Day Monday 9/1 or Monday 9/8.

Available slots:

9/1: 9AM, 11AM, 1:30PM, 3:30PM
9/8: 11AM

Book now at capt-jim.com!

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Book the First Lady for a private charter at sunse Book the First Lady for a private charter at sunset! Bring your friends or family for a 2-hour (minimum) cruise around the beautiful harbors of Rockport.

To book, call or email us: (978) 412-2493 |  jim@capt-jim.com

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