Grading Scales Sportfishing 

4.9/5 (68 reviews)
 Messick Road 413, Poquoson, VA 23662, United States

Grading Scales Sportfishing 

Poquoson, VA, United States
25 ft
6
4.9/5 (68 reviews)

Where else can you choose between fishing for Trout, Rockfish, Drum, and Spadefish, and going offshore in pursuit of monster Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and bottom-dwelling Tilefish? Discover the riches of the Chesapeake Bay and beyond with Grading Scales Sportfishing.

There's nobody better to show you these waters than Captain Craig Freeman. He's been fishing since he was old enough to walk and has been hooked ever since. By now, he has a whole cabinet full of tournament trophies, and will do everything to make sure you land the fish of a lifetime.

The 25' Parker center console will guide you out to the depths (weather permitting), and has no trouble nearshore. Up to 6 guests are welcome aboard. Bring some drinks and snacks, stock up the captain's cooler, and make yourselves at home for the day!

Fitted with downriggers and outriggers, she's a serious fishing vessel. Capt. Craig will ensure that the livewell is full before you head to sea, and off you go. You'll use the latest rods and reels as you bottom fish or troll, and you'll have all the weights necessary to reach the deep waters in search of the tastiest fish. Bring your own fly gear and you can even go fly fishing!

Capt. Craig specializes in fishing for Cobia and Flounder but he's equally adept in the shallows or the depths. Hit the inshore waters and fill the boat with some of the Chesapeake's favorite sons. Sheepshead, Tautog, Seabass, Trout, Spadefish, and Redfish will all make for a delicious treat at the end of the day.

You can also head offshore in search of some of the ocean's finest creatures. Battling it out with a Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, or Mahi Mahi, will be like nothing you've ever experienced. These beasts will do anything to get off the end of your line, so get ready for the fight of a lifetime.

Everything you need for a productive day on the water awaits you aboard with Grading Scales Sportfishing. Come and discover these incredibly diverse waters and experience fishing like never before!

Where else can you choose between fishing for Trout, Rockfish, Drum, and Spadefish, and going offshore in pursuit of monster Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and bottom-dwelling Tilefish? Discover the riches of the Chesapeake Bay and beyond with Grading Scales Sportfishing.

There's nobody better to show you these waters than Captain Craig Freeman. He's been fishing since he was old enough to walk and has been hooked ever since. By now, he has a whole cabinet full of tournament trophies, and will do everything to make sure you land the fish of a lifetime.

The 25' Parker center console will guide you out to the depths (weather permitting), and has no trouble nearshore. Up to 6 guests are welcome aboard. Bring some drinks and snacks, stock up the captain's cooler, and make yourselves at home for the day!

Fitted with downriggers and outriggers, she's a serious fishing vessel. Capt. Craig will ensure that the livewell is full before you head to sea, and off you go. You'll use the latest rods and reels as you bottom fish or troll, and you'll have all the weights necessary to reach the deep waters in search of the tastiest fish. Bring your own fly gear and you can even go fly fishing!

Capt. Craig specializes in fishing for Cobia and Flounder but he's equally adept in the shallows or the depths. Hit the inshore waters and fill the boat with some of the Chesapeake's favorite sons. Sheepshead, Tautog, Seabass, Trout, Spadefish, and Redfish will all make for a delicious treat at the end of the day.

You can also head offshore in search of some of the ocean's finest creatures. Battling it out with a Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, or Mahi Mahi, will be like nothing you've ever experienced. These beasts will do anything to get off the end of your line, so get ready for the fight of a lifetime.

Everything you need for a productive day on the water awaits you aboard with Grading Scales Sportfishing. Come and discover these incredibly diverse waters and experience fishing like never before!

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Rating

4.9
68 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (54)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
87%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Luke Young
Luke Young
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Second trip was even better than the first
6 Hour trip on July 12, 20256 adults
Captain Craig and his mate Chase were great. Clear communication on the plan and they executed, putting us on fish for the second year in a row.
Reported catch:
Cobia
Flounder
Response from Captain
July 13, 2025
Thanks for the kind words. Y’all did a great job helping us execute the plan! Looking forward to the next trip with y’all!
Norman Wilt
Norman Wilt
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
July cobia trip
8 Hour Trip on July 25, 20253 adults
Had a great time searching the bay for cobia - landed 3 and kept 2! Awesome trip - look forward to going again!
Response from Captain
July 28, 2025
Thanks for the review. We had a great time fishing y’all. Having Pickles was a blast.
Thal Dixon
Thal Dixon
us
Los Angeles, CA, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Nice day on Chesapeake
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 14, 20254 adults
Crew was great. We are complete novice and had 5 of us. They took care of everything and we left with fillers.
Response from Captain
June 15, 2025
Thanks for the kind words. We enjoyed fishing with y’all today.
Brian Benjet
Brian Benjet
us
Washington D.C., US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great day!
6 Hour trip on May 24, 20252 adults
My daughter and I had a wonderful day with Captain Craig. Would highly recommend his charter.
Response from Captain
May 26, 2025
Thanks for a great trip with tough conditions. We will get them next time.
Patrick Bajier
Patrick Bajier
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2019
2 trips
1
4.7
Verified
Great Captain
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 17, 20243 adults2 children
Craig was a fantastic captain. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and most importantly put us on some fish. He knew a lot about the local scene, had intimate knowledge of regulations from being on a conservation board, and used his experience as an educator to thoroughly explain/answer questions in a very comprehensive way. Highly recommend!
Reported catch:
Cobia
Tautog
Sheepshead
Response from Captain
June 22, 2024
4.0 out of 5.0 on the boat because I had a reel bearing grind on a reel. 🤷‍♂️ Everything else was great. Custom rods, good bait, caught fish. It was a good trip with good people.

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US $600
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6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
US $750
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8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $900
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
68 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (54)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
87%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Luke Young
Luke Young
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2021
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Second trip was even better than the first
6 Hour trip on July 12, 20256 adults
Captain Craig and his mate Chase were great. Clear communication on the plan and they executed, putting us on fish for the second year in a row.
Reported catch:
Cobia
Flounder
Response from Captain
July 13, 2025
Thanks for the kind words. Y’all did a great job helping us execute the plan! Looking forward to the next trip with y’all!
Norman Wilt
Norman Wilt
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
July cobia trip
8 Hour Trip on July 25, 20253 adults
Had a great time searching the bay for cobia - landed 3 and kept 2! Awesome trip - look forward to going again!
Response from Captain
July 28, 2025
Thanks for the review. We had a great time fishing y’all. Having Pickles was a blast.
Thal Dixon
Thal Dixon
us
Los Angeles, CA, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Nice day on Chesapeake
4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 14, 20254 adults
Crew was great. We are complete novice and had 5 of us. They took care of everything and we left with fillers.
Response from Captain
June 15, 2025
Thanks for the kind words. We enjoyed fishing with y’all today.
Brian Benjet
Brian Benjet
us
Washington D.C., US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Great day!
6 Hour trip on May 24, 20252 adults
My daughter and I had a wonderful day with Captain Craig. Would highly recommend his charter.
Response from Captain
May 26, 2025
Thanks for a great trip with tough conditions. We will get them next time.
Patrick Bajier
Patrick Bajier
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2019
2 trips
1
4.7
Verified
Great Captain
4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 17, 20243 adults2 children
Craig was a fantastic captain. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and most importantly put us on some fish. He knew a lot about the local scene, had intimate knowledge of regulations from being on a conservation board, and used his experience as an educator to thoroughly explain/answer questions in a very comprehensive way. Highly recommend!
Reported catch:
Cobia
Tautog
Sheepshead
Response from Captain
June 22, 2024
4.0 out of 5.0 on the boat because I had a reel bearing grind on a reel. 🤷‍♂️ Everything else was great. Custom rods, good bait, caught fish. It was a good trip with good people.

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots
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