Truetolife Outdoors
Truetolife Outdoors
Relax, fish, and take in the scenic beauty of Delaware's rivers, canals, and bays with Truetolife Outdoors! Captain Dave Houser specializes in inshore and nearshore fishing for all levels of experience, from beginner to expert, and invites you to join him for a productive day of fishing.
You'll be fishing the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal, Broadkill River, and the Rehoboth, Delaware, and Indian River Bays. Your main target species are Flounder, Striped Bass, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Weakfish, Spadefish, and more! Capt. Dave specializes in a wide range of techniques and will employ whatever is necessary to put you on fish.
On longer 8-hour trips, you'll experience 2 full tides which increases your opportunities of catching some awesome species. The best time to fish is 2 hours prior to tide and Capt. Dave knows all the best spots to fish from during any time of day. In other words, you can count on him to put you in the right place at the right time! Shorter trips will most likely have you fishing one tide but there's still a good chance you'll be able to go home with something nice to grill up.
You'll be fishing from a 20' Pro-Line center console boat with state-of-the-art navigational and safety gear. The captain has 2 large live bait tanks and a smaller one for smaller fish. He has an icebox for you to store your catch and a cooler for you to keep snacks and drinks in.
You'll be provided with top-of-the-line Tsunami rods and Daiwa reels. Live bait is prepared before the trip and is included in the price as well. Your fishing license is also covered.
Capt. Dave will take care of everything else so you can focus on what really matters, which is to experience the true beauty of nature in it's most pristine form. Book your trip today, arrive 15–30 minutes early, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure with Truetolife Outdoors!
Relax, fish, and take in the scenic beauty of Delaware's rivers, canals, and bays with Truetolife Outdoors! Captain Dave Houser specializes in inshore and nearshore fishing for all levels of experience, from beginner to expert, and invites you to join him for a productive day of fishing.
You'll be fishing the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal, Broadkill River, and the Rehoboth, Delaware, and Indian River Bays. Your main target species are Flounder, Striped Bass, Black Seabass, Bluefish, Weakfish, Spadefish, and more! Capt. Dave specializes in a wide range of techniques and will employ whatever is necessary to put you on fish.
On longer 8-hour trips, you'll experience 2 full tides which increases your opportunities of catching some awesome species. The best time to fish is 2 hours prior to tide and Capt. Dave knows all the best spots to fish from during any time of day. In other words, you can count on him to put you in the right place at the right time! Shorter trips will most likely have you fishing one tide but there's still a good chance you'll be able to go home with something nice to grill up.
You'll be fishing from a 20' Pro-Line center console boat with state-of-the-art navigational and safety gear. The captain has 2 large live bait tanks and a smaller one for smaller fish. He has an icebox for you to store your catch and a cooler for you to keep snacks and drinks in.
You'll be provided with top-of-the-line Tsunami rods and Daiwa reels. Live bait is prepared before the trip and is included in the price as well. Your fishing license is also covered.
Capt. Dave will take care of everything else so you can focus on what really matters, which is to experience the true beauty of nature in it's most pristine form. Book your trip today, arrive 15–30 minutes early, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure with Truetolife Outdoors!
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John Irwin5.0VerifiedFamily fishing at its finest with Captain Dave
4 Hour Trip-Inshore Fishing (P.M.) on August 12, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptain Dave made this trip memorable for all of us. He knew exactly where to find the fish and made sure my sons and I all had successful catches. His patience and clear instruction kept everyone engaged and confident on the water, whether it was our first time or our hundredth. He handled the boat with real skill, and you could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had a great day out there. This is the kind of experience that gets your family hooked on fishing. If you’re looking for a captain who delivers results and takes pride in what he does, Captain Dave’s your guy.
Lori Generose5.0VerifiedLots of Fish and Giggles!
4 Hour Trip-Inshore Fishing (P.M.) on August 5, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptain Dave had made a great afternoon of fishing for us. We didn’t go out very far but somehow caught a bunch of croakers and some flounder and crab. My kids and I enjoyed the break from the beach with a relaxing afternoon catching fish with great conversation. He directed us where to get the fish filet afterward and gave great directions on how to get to his boat as well. Overall 10/10 would love to come back next near and try for different fish!
Daniel FlahertyRepeat angler5.0VerifiedWorth every penny!
4 Hour Trip – Shark (PM) on July 17, 2026 • 3 adultsWent out shark fishing with my son (14) and his friend. Caught the bait to start, then headed out in search of Jaws. Only landed Jaw’s distant cousin (hundred pound sand shark) and had a few get away, but had a great time nonetheless. Captain Dave was a great host. Knows his stuff and gave us a great outing. We’ll be fishing with him again soon.
Colleen Mcnessor5.0VerifiedA great day on the water!
4 Hour Trip-Inshore Fishing (P.M.) on August 26, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Dave was great. My husband and I chartered a 4 hour trip. We fished the bay and then moved out to the ocean side of the breaker wall. We caught several different varieties of fish. I was happy to pull in a flounder! Captain Dave is knowledgeable about the area, and easy-going. I would highly recommend chartering with Captain Dave.
Graham HRepeat angler5.0VerifiedMany Species
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM) on August 12, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 childDave was fantastic. My son and I had a blast. Started out catching 20 or so croakers, got a flounder, a few annoying crabs, black bass in the intercoastal. Then we ventured out into the bay an caught more black bass, multiple toad fish and more! Constant action my son said it was his favorite trip. Great memories and photos.
Eugene Abelow5.0VerifiedBest trip ever!
6 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing on August 10, 2026 • 3 adultsThe Captain and mate are great. They kept bait on our hooks and most importantly found the fish. We caught a variety of species. Such as Flounder, Crocker, Spot and others. Definitely enjoyed ourselves. Looking forward to booking another trip with Captain Houser.
David Barger4.7VerifiedCaptain Dave Knows His Stuff
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM) on August 3, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childCaptain Dave took us around the Lewes canal, then out into Delaware Bay and Breakwater Harbor. We used clams and minnows as bait, and my son and I caught a lot of critters, including blue crabs, croakers, flounder, a huge horseshoe crab, and my son caught a dogfish and was thrilled. We had a great time on the water and hope to do it again.
Gregory AlligerRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip despite the heat!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM) on July 15, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 childrenThe captain was great with the my two kids and made sure they were catching something even when the flounder fishing was slow! It was very hot but he kept us on the fish for all four hours and we loved it! I would highly recommend you book a trip.
Lev Palei5.0Verifiedone thousand stars
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM) on August 4, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenthats how many stars my granddaughter wanted to give Captain Dave 😎. We all love fishing in the canal. Kids cought seventeen crockers and spots, one tiny black sea bass, and one great flounder almost 18 inches long 👍
Jeffrey RoseRepeat angler5.0VerifiedCaptian is a solid guy….
4 Hour Trip-Inshore Fishing (P.M.) on June 23, 2026 • 4 adultsgreat trip, caught a bunch of fish. The captain was super friendly, and helpful. He made sure we all caught fish. It was great conversation, he really was a good guy. I feel he’d be great with any age or gender.
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Captain Dave made this trip memorable for all of us. He knew exactly where to find the fish and made sure my sons and I all had successful catches. His patience and clear instruction kept everyone engaged and confident on the water, whether it was our first time or our hundredth. He handled the boat with real skill, and you could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had a great day out there. This is the kind of experience that gets your family hooked on fishing. If you’re looking for a captain who delivers results and takes pride in what he does, Captain Dave’s your guy.
Thank you John , i appreciate you guys!!!
Captain Dave had made a great afternoon of fishing for us. We didn’t go out very far but somehow caught a bunch of croakers and some flounder and crab. My kids and I enjoyed the break from the beach with a relaxing afternoon catching fish with great conversation. He directed us where to get the fish filet afterward and gave great directions on how to get to his boat as well. Overall 10/10 would love to come back next near and try for different fish!
Thanks Lori !!!
Went out shark fishing with my son (14) and his friend. Caught the bait to start, then headed out in search of Jaws. Only landed Jaw’s distant cousin (hundred pound sand shark) and had a few get away, but had a great time nonetheless. Captain Dave was a great host. Knows his stuff and gave us a great outing. We’ll be fishing with him again soon.
Thank you Daniel
Captain Dave was great. My husband and I chartered a 4 hour trip. We fished the bay and then moved out to the ocean side of the breaker wall. We caught several different varieties of fish. I was happy to pull in a flounder! Captain Dave is knowledgeable about the area, and easy-going. I would highly recommend chartering with Captain Dave.
Thank you Colleen!!!!
10/10. We have been to many fishing trips and Captain Dave is the best! We caught a lot of fish - flounders, croakers, spot, tog, toadfish, sea bass, and crabs that refused to let the bait go. The 6 hour trip ran fast with enjoyable memories, especially big flounders and tog to show off :). Will definitely book again in our next vacation!
Thank you May, havexsafe travels!!
FAQs about Truetolife Outdoors
- US $395 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fish (copy) (3 hours)
- US $395 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fish (copy) (3 hours)
- US $395 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (PM) (3 hours)
- US $395 per group - 3 Hour Trip- Inshore P.M. (3 hours)
- US $395 per group - 3 Hour Trip- Inshore P.M. (c (copy) (3 hours)
- US $395 per group - 3 Hour Trip- Inshore P.M. (copy) (3 hours)
- US $395 per group - 3 Hour Trip- Inshore P.M. (copy) (3 hours)
- US $495 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
- US $495 per group - 4 Hour Trip-Inshore Fishing (P.M.) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark (PM) (4 hours)
- US $700 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore Fishing (6 hours)
- US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Combo (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well 2 large tanks and a smaller one
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Tsunami ,Daiwa ,Lews)
- Live bait (Bought before the trip )
- Lures
- Fishing license (All licenses are included)
- River fishing (Broadkill River)
- Inshore fishing (Bays, canals, and tributaries )
- Nearshore fishing (Up to 3 miles out (weather permitting) )
- Reef fishing (Coral beds)
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Bass (Striped)
- Black Drum
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Dogfish
- Flounder
- Ray
- Sheepshead
- Skate
- Spadefish
- Tautog
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Weakfish
Your captain
Lewes, Delaware, United States
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I've been fishing the Delaware waters since I was a teenager, as my parents had a place in DE. Every weekend we used to head to the Delaware Bay for fishing. Times have changed since then, and so have my fishing techniques! I've kept up with the changes. I also run sea duck hunts out of the same bay, so I am on the water almost all year.
David H.
Captain
Sheree H.
Business partner
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You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
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