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Explore the backwaters and tributaries of the Chesapeake Bay with Top Dog Charters! These waters produce an experience of a lifetime with spectacular fishing and scenery that will be etched forever in your mind. Captain Neil is here to take you on a fishing trip you’ll never forget, regardless of your fishing skills. Whether you’re a beginner, a seasonal angler, or a fishing veteran, there’s a place for you on his boat.

And the boat is a 23’ Glen Bradley center console. The capacity allows for 2 guests to join, so bring someone with you and share this adventure. She’s powered by a 150 HP Suzuki engine and features modern navigational electronics, a tower for sight fishing, and all fishing gear you’ll need for your day on the water.

You’ll mainly target inshore and backcountry species, such as Redfish, Cobia, and Speckled Trout. These make a great table fare, so you’ll be pleased to know that you get to keep the catch after the trip. While some of them can be challenging, the inshore species are perfect for anyone’s first fishing experience.

The captain will clean your catch free of charge, and he’ll also cover your fishing equipment. Feel free to pack snacks, drinks, and sun protection as well.

Top Dog Charters have another boat for larger groups. Check out what else is in their offer and choose the trip that’s perfect for you!



FAQs about Top Dog Charters – 23'

Top Dog Charters – 23' offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Light Tackle Puppy Drum (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Top Dog Charters – 23', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge Tower for sight fishing

Trips booked with Top Dog Charters – 23' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License

Top Dog Charters – 23' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Top Dog Charters – 23' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing (2 Aglers )

Top targeted fish species with Top Dog Charters – 23' include:
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Neil Lessard
Cape Charles, Virginia, United States
26 Customer reviews
Member since July 2018
Captain Neil Lessard of Top Dog Charters has been fishing the lower Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean for 35 years. His charter company is located in historic Cape Charles, Virginia, and he's got ample experience when it comes to fishing the waters of this bountiful area. Captain Neil focuses on organizing premier sportfishing trips for both advanced anglers and beginners. Everybody is welcome!

About this listing

Targeted species

Redfish Redfish
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout

Boat specs

Glen Bradley (Center console) originally built in 2006. Powered by a 150HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 23 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
2 Aglers

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Tower for sight fishing

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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
Checks

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Customer reviews

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Excellent
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Tom D.
Spooner, WI
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   Light Tackle Puppy Drum on April 28, 2021
Good time, we caught fish. Thanks Neil!!
Tom D. recommends Top Dog Charters – 23'
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