Fishing just got way more exciting! Magic Bowfishing offers fishing trips out of Ocean City, that are everything but ordinary. Explore local rivers and bays with Captain Greg, as he takes you on a bow fishing adventure. This technique requires different equipment, which makes the whole experience like hunting on the water.

The adventure starts on a 24’ Long Beach custom boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This center console is powered by a 115 HP Suzuki engine , 25 HP Suzuki kicker with Cobia Tower Steering/Spotting   & a 25 HP Gatortail Mud Motor all on jackplates for shallow water. To make your targets visible during night trips, the boat also has 200 W lights with 2 generators. The equipment is always there, which consists of 10 bowfishing setups, arrows, AMS reels, harpoons, gaffs, and anything else that’s needed. We also have added a new custom build 21’ Uncle J Bowfishing boat strictly for extreme shallow water in the river powered by a Gatortail Mud motor ,Susuki 30 hp ,trolling motor and 5 Star Led lights.

The equipment is adjusted to your targets, so bowfishing gear isn’t the only one you’ll find here. There are also Flounder gigs and Clam rakes. You can go after Carp, Bluefish, Garfish, Shad, Ray, and Black Drum. You can keep the catch, so it’s best to bring a cooler and save the fish for tomorrow, when you get to taste the fruits of your success.

All equipment and fishing licenses are included in the price. The captain also has some bottled water and various sodas on the boat but feel free to bring your snacks and drinks. Make sure to wear proper clothing, especially on a night trip.

Your trip with Magic Bowfishing can be adjusted to meet your needs. Get in touch with the captain and discuss the details. Anglers of all skill levels are welcome to join, so what are you waiting for?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Assawoman Bay Clamming Trip up to 6
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
    US $450
    Spend this short adventure clamming in the waters of Assawoman Bay. The captain will cover your equipment, so you only need to bring snacks and drinks. There's no need for previous fishing experience. Up to 6 people
  • Private trip
    Day on the Bay & Island
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 15
    US $500
    This is a 4-hour trip where you can choose between stopping by the Sand Island or Assateague, clamming, enjoying beer/cocktails, cruising around the bays, or going on a waterfront bar tour. Possible bowfishing for Rays can also be added. BYOB, there are iced coolers on the boat to use if needed. Trips can be customized in many different ways, including departure times, duration (longer trips at $100 an hour extra), pickups, dropoffs, things to do or see, etc.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour River Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    US $700
    You'll have 5 hours to explore the river for Carp, Snakehead, and Gar. All equipment that you'll need for this trip is included in the price. Trips are set up around the best tides for that area, to maximize your chances for a catch. Bring your drinks, snacks, camera, etc.
  • Private trip
    Bowfishing in the Bay
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 PM
    US $700
    Bowfishing for Houndfish, Cownosed Ray, Southern Rays, Butterfly Rays, Bluefish, Flounder, Bunker, and more. Your fishing equipment is fully covered, so you just need to bring your snacks and drinks.
  • Private trip
    Bowfishing for Gaint Butterfly Rays
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 15
    US $1,200
    This charter is Targeting Giant Butterfly Rays with Bows , They grow over 200 plus pounds, Our biggest so far is 222 lbs , up to 4 shooters , These Rays taste Great and an incrediable fight, Captain may need to plan or change dates posible because of weather or bad tides , other Rays and Fish to shoot are possible during this trip also , up to 6 hours plus, My own Boat limit is 2 Butterfly Rays in the boat , That are cleaned at the end for you to take home
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bowfishing
    Targeted fish
    Ray
    Ray
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FAQs about Magic Bowfishing

Magic Bowfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - Assawoman Bay Clamming Trip up to 6 (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - Day on the Bay & Island (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 5 Hour River Trip (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Bowfishing in the Bay (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Bowfishing for Gaint Butterfly Rays (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Magic Bowfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Magic Bowfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Bows/Gear Clam rakes )
  • Drinks (Ice Waters)
  • First Mate (15-20% Tip is customary on BowFishing Trips )
  • Fishing License (Included)

Magic Bowfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Pocomoke ,Wicomico, Nanticoke )
  • Inshore Fishing (Assateague Island )
  • Nearshore Fishing (Beach Front )
  • Flats Fishing (Assawoman Bay )
  • Backcountry Fishing (Chincoteague Bay)

Magic Bowfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Jigging (Snakeheads)
  • Bowfishing (Saltwater and Freshwater)
  • Flounder Gigging

Top targeted fish species with Magic Bowfishing include:
  • Bluefish
  • Carp
  • Catfish
  • Clam
  • Crab
  • Flounder
  • Garfish
  • Needlefish
  • Ray
  • Shad
  • Skate
  • Snakehead

Meet the Captain

Greg Steen
Ocean Pines, Maryland, United States
4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2020
I grew up on Assawoman Bay to Chincoteague Bay and all our rivers across Delmarva - hunting, fishing, bow fishing & crabbing. I fished and traveled the BASS circuit in high school and college, and started Magic Sportfishing Charters after graduating. I've been guiding inshore & offshore trips for over 30 years.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bluefish Bluefish
Carp Carp
Catfish Catfish
Clam Clam

Boat specs

Long Beach Custom Boat (Center console) originally built in 2015. Powered by a 115HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
24 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Pocomoke ,Wicomico, Nanticoke
Inshore Fishing
Assateague Island
Nearshore Fishing
Beach Front
Flats Fishing
Assawoman Bay
Backcountry Fishing
Chincoteague Bay

Fishing techniques

Jigging
Snakeheads
Bowfishing
Saltwater and Freshwater
Flounder Gigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Bows/Gear Clam rakes
Drinks
Ice Waters
First Mate
15-20% Tip is customary on BowFishing Trips
Fishing License
Included

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.

Listing policies

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Ocean Pines to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
At least 6 years old
Disabled Accessible
Large flat deck

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
PayPal
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Kenny W.
Hanover, PA
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Evening bowfishing trip

VERIFIED   Bowfishing in the Bay on June 26, 2023
My sons and I had a blast. Not even 5 minutes after we got to where we were starting my one son already had a ray. It was our...
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Kory B.
Severna Park, MD
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Wow What A Cool Experience

VERIFIED   Bowfishing in the Bay on July 22, 2021
This trip was awesome. I had no idea that nighttime bowfishing was even a thing, but what a cool and unique experience it was....
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Jason B.
Mifflintown, PA
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5 hour trip, bow fishing

VERIFIED   Bowfishing in the Bay on August 12, 2021
Everything that could be controlled was as good as it gets, but fishing and hunting is always up to nature and this was no...
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Allie S.
Stedman, NC
Excellent
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Fishing with Greg

VERIFIED   Bowfishing in the Bay on July 6, 2021
We had a great time with Greg and Ben for my father’s 60th bday/father’s day gift. Water was murky just due to the weather,...
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Shelby S.
Koppel, PA
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VERIFIED   5 Hour River Trip on July 20, 2021
Greg and his deck hand were great. Conditions were tricky at first but after the lights popped on the action hit and what a...
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