Mariah Sportfishing

Capt. John `Jay` Lighty goes after the big ones. He's nabbed a 1,152 pound marlin, a 1,185 pound bluefin and boasts two former world records for yellowfin tuna. His 28-foot craft is equipped with Penn International tackle and the best electronics to put you where the fish are. His Sportfisher seats six and offers flexible charter times to accommodate you. Half or full day charters are available. Capt. Lighty has over 25 years of experience in Kona.

Location: Kona Hawaii Telephone 808-325-1691 Toll Free: 808-936-3993

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming HI Events Are: Made in Hawaii Festival Honolulu August 21 thru August 23 Maui County Fair Wailuku October 1 thru October 4 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Kona November 6 thru November 15

Other upcoming events include: Hawaii Green Living Expo Honolulu February 5 thru February 6 Waimea Lighted Christmas Parade Waimea December 19 Billabong Pro Maui women's surfing championship Maui December 8 Niaulani Forest Work Day Volcano December 20 12th Annual Traditional Mochi (rice cake) Pounding for New Year Wailea December 27