Bottom Bouncer Fishing
Bottom Bouncer Fishing
Looking for an angling adventure in beautiful Ocean City, MD? Bottom Bouncer Fishing is here to provide you with a safe, affordable, and action-packed fishing trip. Captain John Foreman is the man behind the helm of the “Bottom Bouncer,” and he warmly welcomes anglers of all ages and skill levels on board.
Capt. John has over 2 decades of angling experience on these waters. When he was a teenager, he couldn’t wait for each day at school to end, so he could grab his rod and reels and head out to the water! Now, he uses his years of knowledge to introduce guests to what Ocean City has to offer. Want to battle notorious Shark species? Capt. John volunteers for the NMFS Apex Predator Program: Shark tagging is a fun and educational activity to experience!
All about the pull on the end of your line? Capt. John says that his favorite sound is a screaming drag, and he’ll happily have you light tackle fishing for Seabass, Flounder, Triggerfish, Bluefish, and many more. Inshore trolling for Bluefish and Spanish Mackerel is a blast, and you can combine fishing with sightseeing, too. Experience is not a problem: hardcore anglers are welcome as well as kids and first-timers. Capt. John believes that you’re never too young or too old to discover a love for fishing!
Each adventure takes place on your captain’s 25’ pilothouse, built to accommodate up to 5 guests. You’ll all be able to fish at the same time, so don’t be afraid to get a friendly competition going. You’ll be joined by a friendly and helpful first mate, who’ll show you the ropes and be on hand for whatever you need. A 20% tip is customary. You’ll find top-notch navigational and safety gear on board, too. Sharks bite all day long so there is no better time of day to fish.
Capt.John will make sure you have the finest rods and reels, as well as tackle, live bait, lures, specialized chum, and a fishing license. All that’s left is to come aboard and join Bottom Bouncer Fishing for an unforgettable day on the water!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (391)
+388Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
90%
Sep 20, 2025
3 Hour Bay Adventure
great memory with my father
I planned this trip to go fishing with my father who is in his 80’s and his health is rapidly declining. Both Captain John and Hunter really worked at to make it a great day. I wasn’t really sure what to expect since it was my first time on a charter trip. I was just hoping to get 1 last memorable trip with my father. Then we caught a 25” flounder. my father fought it but couldn’t get it in. I was able to finish getting to the boat. Hunter cut it up and we got 4 really nice size filets.
I planned this trip to go fishing with my father who is in his 80’s and his health is rapidly declining. Both Captain John and...
Captain replied
Jun 20, 2025
3 Hour Ocean Shark
Must Book Experience
We had an absolutely incredible experience shark fishing with this charter! From start to finish, everything was fantastic. John and Hunter were not only extremely knowledgeable, but also incredibly friendly and patient—especially with my two daughters, who were both excited and a little nervous at first. They took the time to explain everything, answered all our questions, and made sure we were comfortable and having fun. We felt completely safe and well taken care of the entire trip. We caught several sharks and made unforgettable memories. I can’t recommend this charter enough—thank you, John and Hunter, for an unforgettable day on the water!
We had an absolutely incredible experience shark fishing with this charter! From start to finish, everything was fantastic. John...
Captain replied
Jul 21, 2025
3 Hour Bay Ray Experience
Unforgettable Day on the Water – Stingrays and Smiles All Around!
Had an amazing time on our recent fishing trip! The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone was having fun from start to finish. We caught several stingrays, which was an exciting and unique experience—definitely not something you do every day. The boat was well-equipped, and everything felt safe and well-organized. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just looking for a fun day on the water, I’d highly recommend this trip. Can’t wait to come back!
Had an amazing time on our recent fishing trip! The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone was having fun from...
Captain replied
Jun 26, 2025
3 Hour Ocean Shark AM
Awesome time!
We booked this trip as a special birthday gift for our 13 year old son. We did the 3 hour trip and caught a 70-ish pound sting ray, and THREE 7-8 foot long sharks. I talked about how exciting it would be to catch one big thing, and we got four! Captain John and First Mate Hunter were fantastic. Great communicators and teachers for my son (and me!). We both had a blast and would highly recommend!
We booked this trip as a special birthday gift for our 13 year old son. We did the 3 hour trip and caught a 70-ish pound sting...
Captain replied
Aug 13, 2025
3 Hour Ocean Shark Evening
Amazing
I took a shark fishing charter with my husband, daughter and her friend, we had a great time. John & Hunter were a great Captain and First Mate and they made our trip both educational and a lot of fun. We caught two sharks which was so exciting! We will always remember this experience! Highly recommend their charters, you will have a great experience!
I took a shark fishing charter with my husband, daughter and her friend, we had a great time. John & Hunter were a great Captain...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (391)
+388Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
90%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
great memory with my father
3 Hour Bay Adventure on September 20, 2025
I planned this trip to go fishing with my father who is in his 80’s and his health is rapidly declining. Both Captain John and Hunter really worked at to make it a great day. I wasn’t really sure what to expect since it was my first time on a charter trip. I was just hoping to get 1 last memorable trip with my father. Then we caught a 25” flounder. my father fought it but couldn’t get it in. I was able to finish getting to the boat. Hunter cut it up and we got 4 really nice size filets.
I planned this trip to go fishing with my father who is in his 80’s and his health is rapidly declining. Both Captain John and Hunter really worked at to make it a great day. I wasn’t really sure what to expect since it was my first time on a charter trip. I was just hoping to get 1 last memorable trip with my father. Then we caught a 25” flounder. my father fought it but couldn’t get it in. I was able to finish getting to the boat. Hunter cut it up and we got 4 really nice size filets.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Must Book Experience
3 Hour Ocean Shark on June 20, 2025
We had an absolutely incredible experience shark fishing with this charter! From start to finish, everything was fantastic. John and Hunter were not only extremely knowledgeable, but also incredibly friendly and patient—especially with my two daughters, who were both excited and a little nervous at first. They took the time to explain everything, answered all our questions, and made sure we were comfortable and having fun. We felt completely safe and well taken care of the entire trip. We caught several sharks and made unforgettable memories. I can’t recommend this charter enough—thank you, John and Hunter, for an unforgettable day on the water!
We had an absolutely incredible experience shark fishing with this charter! From start to finish, everything was fantastic. John and Hunter were not only extremely knowledgeable, but also incredibly friendly and patient—especially with my two daughters, who were both excited and a little nervous at first. They took the time to explain everything, answered all our questions, and made sure we were comfortable and having fun. We felt completely safe and well taken care of the entire trip. We caught...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Unforgettable Day on the Water – Stingrays and Smiles All Around!
3 Hour Bay Ray Experience on July 21, 2025
Had an amazing time on our recent fishing trip! The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone was having fun from start to finish. We caught several stingrays, which was an exciting and unique experience—definitely not something you do every day. The boat was well-equipped, and everything felt safe and well-organized. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just looking for a fun day on the water, I’d highly recommend this trip. Can’t wait to come back!
Had an amazing time on our recent fishing trip! The crew was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure everyone was having fun from start to finish. We caught several stingrays, which was an exciting and unique experience—definitely not something you do every day. The boat was well-equipped, and everything felt safe and well-organized. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just looking for a fun day on the water, I’d highly recommend this trip. Can’t wait to come back!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome time!
3 Hour Ocean Shark AM on June 26, 2025
We booked this trip as a special birthday gift for our 13 year old son. We did the 3 hour trip and caught a 70-ish pound sting ray, and THREE 7-8 foot long sharks. I talked about how exciting it would be to catch one big thing, and we got four! Captain John and First Mate Hunter were fantastic. Great communicators and teachers for my son (and me!). We both had a blast and would highly recommend!
We booked this trip as a special birthday gift for our 13 year old son. We did the 3 hour trip and caught a 70-ish pound sting ray, and THREE 7-8 foot long sharks. I talked about how exciting it would be to catch one big thing, and we got four! Captain John and First Mate Hunter were fantastic. Great communicators and teachers for my son (and me!). We both had a blast and would highly recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing
3 Hour Ocean Shark Evening on August 13, 2025
I took a shark fishing charter with my husband, daughter and her friend, we had a great time. John & Hunter were a great Captain and First Mate and they made our trip both educational and a lot of fun. We caught two sharks which was so exciting! We will always remember this experience! Highly recommend their charters, you will have a great experience!
I took a shark fishing charter with my husband, daughter and her friend, we had a great time. John & Hunter were a great Captain and First Mate and they made our trip both educational and a lot of fun. We caught two sharks which was so exciting! We will always remember this experience! Highly recommend their charters, you will have a great experience!
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