Reel Attitude 

5.0/5 (63 reviews)
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 Harbor Road 3725, Chesapeake Beach, MD 20732, United States

Reel Attitude 

5.0/5 (63 reviews)
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Harbor Road 3725
Chesapeake Beach, MD, United States

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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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (64)

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Angler rating

58
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

90%

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Cody D.
Cody D.
5.0/5

Jul 26, 2025

3/4 Day Trip (PM)

Amazing Trip

VERIFIED

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 !

The captain and firstmate was top notch! Best experience out with a charter and will definitely be going again. We caught our...  

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Replied on July 27, 2025
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Robert P.
Robert P.
5.0/5

Jul 3, 2025

Half Day Trip – Bottom Fishing

Great Trip

VERIFIED

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

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

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Replied on July 7, 2025
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James C.
James C.
5.0/5

Oct 19, 2024

3/4 Day Trip (PM)

Fish on regardless of climate change

VERIFIED

Had a great day on the bay! Captain put us on fish while waiting for the right moment to get on the stripers! Grandson’s caught their first blue fish and striped bass! Thanks Dave and Jon

Had a great day on the bay! Captain put us on fish while waiting for the right moment to get on the stripers! Grandson’s caught...  

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Replied on October 20, 2024
Thank you for the kind words, our pleasure!

Kevin D.
Kevin D.
5.0/5

Jun 13, 2025

3/4 Day Trip (AM)

Jon and Chad did an excellent job finding my crew of 10 rock

VERIFIED

 

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Replied on June 13, 2025
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David R.
David R.

Cheboygan, MI

5.0/5

Jul 16, 2023

3/4 Day Trip (PM)

Successful Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

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.

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Replied on July 18, 2023
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 22 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 18 - Dec 15
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 22 people
3/4 Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip May 16 - Dec 10
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 22 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 18 - Dec 15
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US $1,050 
Entire boat: up to 22 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (64)

Amazing Trip
Amazing Trip
Amazing Trip
+61

Angler rating

58
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 63 reviews
Showing: 5 of 63 reviews
Cody D.
Cody D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing Trip

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 26, 2025

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 !

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 !  

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Replied on July 27, 2025
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Robert P.
Robert P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Bottom Fishing on July 3, 2025

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

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

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1 person finds this review helpful
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Replied on July 7, 2025
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James C.
James C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fish on regardless of climate change

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (PM) on October 19, 2024

Had a great day on the bay! Captain put us on fish while waiting for the right moment to get on the stripers! Grandson’s caught their first blue fish and striped bass! Thanks Dave and Jon

Had a great day on the bay! Captain put us on fish while waiting for the right moment to get on the stripers! Grandson’s caught their first blue fish and striped bass! Thanks Dave and Jon  

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Replied on October 20, 2024
Thank you for the kind words, our pleasure!

Kevin D.
Kevin D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Jon and Chad did an excellent job finding my crew of 10 rock

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (AM) on June 13, 2025

 

 Kevin D. recommends Reel Attitude

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Replied on June 13, 2025
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David R.
David R.

Cheboygan, MI

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Successful Fishing Trip

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip (PM) on July 16, 2023

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.

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.  

 David R. recommends Reel Attitude

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 18, 2023
Thank you!

FAQs about Reel Attitude

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
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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