I booked a Saturday trip with Rich. We started off at 8am and didn’t get back til late. It was a tough day for fishing: Very Cloudy, Very Windy, Very Dirty/Stained water. I caught a couple of fish, I could have had a couple more but I lost them bringing them in.

It’s been a long time since I really fished regularly (30+ years) and I told Rich up front I was looking for instruction and a nice relaxing day of fishing. He went over the basic knots (which I really needed), different types of softbaits, colors and how/when to fish each. It was exactly what I was looking for on the trip.

As I said, I was looking for instruction and a nice relaxing day of fishing and that is exactly what I got. I’ll definitely book again with Rich when our schedules match up.

Tight Lines!

A really great experience. I have been a fisherman for a long time but didn’t realize how much I didn’t know. Rich was extremely helpful and did his level best to put fish in the boat. I would definitely recommend fishing with him. Regardless of your skill level or experience, I can guarantee you will learn something new and have an enjoyable time.

Great communication before, during, and back at the marina. Fully equipped with the local knowledge, rod ‘n reels, and countless techniques to get fish in the boat. Largemouth, Rockbass, and Striper were on the agenda and Captain Rich selected spots that produced all these for me and my wife. It was a pleasurable summer day out on the water, and will definitely rebook to share it with Captain Rich. “Remember fish do not have eyelids, that gives your lure a better chance.”

Great day of relaxing fishing. Captain Rich was prepared and organized. Communicated well and even provided a location closer to me to launch. Would have gone until sunset but the day was burning me up so I had to throw in the anchor at 3:30p. Captain Rich taught me a lot about rigging, and fish behavior. We had great conversations felt like I was just out with a buddy who knows a lot. I didn’t worry about a thing and caught a few fish. Already planning another trip.

Capt. Rich knew right where to find the hot spots and got us rigged up and angling for big ones in no time! His attention to customer interests and passion for/knowledge of fishing made this a great outing for both the true little one and the kid at heart.  He keeps the boat in pristine condition and the tackle organized optimally to make your fishing dreams come true at a moment’s notice. Highly recommend Captain Rich at Osprey Fishing Charters for a great day on the Occoquan or the Potomac. He will certainly be our regular guide for a day in the water!