Captain Andy is a USCG licensed Master Captain with years of experience on the Chesapeake Bay and it’s tributaries. If it’s fishing or hunting your looking to do, he can get it done.
If there's one thing everyone knows about Maryland, it's our love affair with crabs. The Maryland Blue Crab is a staple of the Chesapeake Bay's dining heritage, offering visitors and locals alike a classic Maryland food experience. From Crisfield, MD ( known as the Crab Capital of the world) to nearly every restaurant in the state, cracking into a crab is what Maryland is all about. If you're looking to catch some of your own[...]
Twenty-two years ago, Chesapeake Channa (aka northern snakehead) were introduced to a small pond in Crofton, Maryland. Since then, their population has exploded—channa inhabit the murky shallows of just about every tributary of the Maryland portion of the Chesapeake Bay and beyond. While these fish taste great and are exciting to catch, doing your part to help remove these invasive critters from our local waterways is trickier than it may seem. Let’s dive into exactly[...]
Ready to take the friends on a trip to the Maryland coast? You might want to start with some more specific information on Ocean City. Visit our Worcester CountyPage or check out Somerset County with easy access to the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Regardless where you might want to go, we suggest you book a charter fishing trip while you’re here. You can book a full or half day offshore charter, or a[...]
Autumn affords Marylanders the opportunity to appreciate the ever-changing weather and approaching harvest throughout the state. While farmers are harvesting crops in the fields, sportsmen and sportswomen on the Chesapeake Bay are capitalizing on one of Maryland’s most bountiful seasons. Fall fishing on the Chesapeake Bay provides great opportunity for anglers before the winter months. With warm and favorable conditions, early to mid-September will yield a wide variety of species in the mid-Chesapeake Bay Region[...]
Where To Go The Eastern Shore Maryland’s Eastern Shore offers a variety of choices for everyone in your family, from angler to beach bum. Summer is the perfect time to plan a family trip to the shore, with plenty of lodging and dining options, attractions and activities, not to mention some of the best fishing you can find. For the angler: With wonderful fishing opportunities over hundreds of square miles, this is a hot spot[...]
Striped bass, locally known as rockfish, are a prized catch in Kent County. These iconic fish migrate along the Atlantic coast, entering the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries to spawn. The spring and fall seasons are particularly popular for targeting striped bass in Kent County waters. The 2024 spring season begins on June 1. Anglers often find success fishing for striped bass in the early morning or late evening, when the fish are most active[...]
Overview With its network of rivers, creeks and tidal marshes, Southern Maryland is like a playground for catfish anglers. The Patuxent and Potomac Rivers, among others, provide fertile grounds for blue and flathead catfish, enticing anglers with the promise of thrilling catches. Southern Maryland's picturesque landscapes and tranquil waters offer a serene and immersive catfishing experience. Whether casting from the shoreline or navigating the waterways by boat, anglers can enjoy the peacefulness of nature while[...]
Fish & Hunt Maryland is dedicated to showcasing the world-class hunting and fishing found in Maryland. There is no better day of the year to highlight these activities than September 26, which is National Hunting and Fishing Day . Launched in 1971 by Congress, NHF Day has consistently recognized hunters and anglers for their leadership in wildlife and conservation. Countless regional and local organizations host state and national events to bring together sportsmen and women[...]
Maryland offers a diverse and exciting array of fishing opportunities during the summer months. From the mighty Chesapeake Bay to the state's numerous rivers and lakes, anglers can target a variety of species, including catfish, snakehead, rockfish (striped bass), redfish, and Spanish mackerel. This article explores effective techniques for catching each of these species, with tips and strategies for a successful summer fishing adventure in Maryland. Blue Catfish Blue Catfish are a popular target for[...]