Reel Attitude 

5.0/5 (65 reviews)
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 Harbor Road 3725, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732, United States

Reel Attitude 

Chesapeake Beach, MD, United States
42 ft
22
5.0/5 (65 reviews)

Spend a fun day in the Chesapeake Bay with Reel Attitude! Captain Jon Tkach has been fishing in the area his whole life and he knows the best inshore spots. He does all types of bay fishing and he's always after a new record!

Capt. Jon welcomes you aboard his 42' Glass Marine bay boat, which accommodates up to 18 anglers. She's powered by a 450 HP Cummins engine that will take you on a smooth and fast ride across the Chesapeake Bay. The boat is equipped with necessary navigational electronics, safety equipment, private toilet, and a live bait tank.

Fishing trips are available year round but the techniques you'll use can change depending on the season and fish you're targeting. You can go trolling, bottom fishing, or spinning for Striped Bass (Rockfish), Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and Black Drum. The first mate will clean your catch but if you had a tremendously successful day and an ice box overflows with the catch – the crew will appoint you to the cleaning station.

The captain moves between different locations around the Chesapeake Bay throughout the season. During the months of June and July, he'll be launching from Edgewater & Dundalk, while in August and September he'll be fishing out of Solomon's Island. He spends the rest of his season in Chesapeake Beach. His move dates are subject to change, so make sure you get in touch to find out where you'll launch from.

Bring your snacks, drinks, and sunscreen. Your fishing equipment is included in the price. No food or drink provided.

Capt. Jon loves teaching beginners how to fish and sharing his knowledge. You can come as a curious passenger but you'll leave the boat as an angler. Your adventure with Reel Attitude starts in Chesapeake Beach – just choose when.

Spend a fun day in the Chesapeake Bay with Reel Attitude! Captain Jon Tkach has been fishing in the area his whole life and he knows the best inshore spots. He does all types of bay fishing and he's always after a new record!

Capt. Jon welcomes you aboard his 42' Glass Marine bay boat, which accommodates up to 18 anglers. She's powered by a 450 HP Cummins engine that will take you on a smooth and fast ride across the Chesapeake Bay. The boat is equipped with necessary navigational electronics, safety equipment, private toilet, and a live bait tank.

Fishing trips are available year round but the techniques you'll use can change depending on the season and fish you're targeting. You can go trolling, bottom fishing, or spinning for Striped Bass (Rockfish), Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and Black Drum. The first mate will clean your catch but if you had a tremendously successful day and an ice box overflows with the catch – the crew will appoint you to the cleaning station.

The captain moves between different locations around the Chesapeake Bay throughout the season. During the months of June and July, he'll be launching from Edgewater & Dundalk, while in August and September he'll be fishing out of Solomon's Island. He spends the rest of his season in Chesapeake Beach. His move dates are subject to change, so make sure you get in touch to find out where you'll launch from.

Bring your snacks, drinks, and sunscreen. Your fishing equipment is included in the price. No food or drink provided.

Capt. Jon loves teaching beginners how to fish and sharing his knowledge. You can come as a curious passenger but you'll leave the boat as an angler. Your adventure with Reel Attitude starts in Chesapeake Beach – just choose when.

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Rating

5.0
65 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (64)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

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Smiley Smith
Smiley Smith
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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New
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on June 20, 20268 adults

The Capt & 1st Mate was great

Response from Captain

thank you!

Adel Faramawi
Adel Faramawi
Repeat angler
us
Silver Spring, MD, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain and his assistant were very friendly
Full Day Trip on August 31, 20256 adults

We had great fishing trip ,captain and his assistant were very friendly we felt at home we spend whole day fishing Great weather good atmosphere we love to go back again with captain/ Jon and the same boat same crew . Thank you guys .

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain

Thank you!!

Cody Dugan
Cody Dugan
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip
3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 26, 20255 adults

The captain and firstmate was top notch! Best experience out with a charter and will definitely be going again. We caught our limit in no time. Highly recommend !

Response from Captain

Thank You!

Robert Pennese
Robert Pennese
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
Half Day Trip – Bottom Fishing on July 3, 20253 adults

Absolutely had a great time. Boat, gear, captain, and mate were top notch. Highly recommend!

Response from Captain

Thank you!!!

David Rutkas
David Rutkas
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Successful Fishing Trip
3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 16, 20236 adults1 child

We asked Captain Jon to help us introduce our five year old grandson to fishing. He arranged a trip that brought us to a great spot that delivered hand over fist fishing and lots of excitement. First Mate Nate was patient and helpful. There was something for the whole family to enjoy. So we can consider the experience mission accomplished. Highly recommended.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Response from Captain

Thank you!

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Bottom Fishing
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
US $550
Entire boat: up to 7 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 18 - Dec 15
US $850
Entire boat: up to 7 people
3/4 Day Trip (PM)
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 16 - Dec 10
US $850
Entire boat: up to 7 people
Full Day Trip
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 18 - Dec 15
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 7 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
65 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (64)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
91%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
94%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (65)

Frequently mentioned
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Showing 15 of 65 reviews
Smiley Smith
Smiley Smith
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on June 20, 20268 adults

The Capt & 1st Mate was great

Response from Captain

thank you!

Adel Faramawi
Adel Faramawi
Repeat angler
us
Silver Spring, MD, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Captain and his assistant were very friendly
Full Day Trip on August 31, 20256 adults

We had great fishing trip ,captain and his assistant were very friendly we felt at home we spend whole day fishing Great weather good atmosphere we love to go back again with captain/ Jon and the same boat same crew . Thank you guys .

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain

Thank you!!

Cody Dugan
Cody Dugan
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip
3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 26, 20255 adults

The captain and firstmate was top notch! Best experience out with a charter and will definitely be going again. We caught our limit in no time. Highly recommend !

Response from Captain

Thank You!

Robert Pennese
Robert Pennese
Repeat angler
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
Half Day Trip – Bottom Fishing on July 3, 20253 adults

Absolutely had a great time. Boat, gear, captain, and mate were top notch. Highly recommend!

Response from Captain

Thank you!!!

David Rutkas
David Rutkas
us
Florida, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Successful Fishing Trip
3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 16, 20236 adults1 child

We asked Captain Jon to help us introduce our five year old grandson to fishing. He arranged a trip that brought us to a great spot that delivered hand over fist fishing and lots of excitement. First Mate Nate was patient and helpful. There was something for the whole family to enjoy. So we can consider the experience mission accomplished. Highly recommended.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Response from Captain

Thank you!

FAQs about Reel Attitude

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
22 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1980
Boat manufacturer
Glass Marine
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
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