Desperate Measures Guide Service 

4.9/5 (13 reviews)
 Dove Cove Road 50126, Dameron, MD 20628, United States

Desperate Measures Guide Service 

4.9/5 (13 reviews)
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Dove Cove Road 50126
Dameron, MD, United States
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Based out of Dameron, Maryland Desperate Measures Guide Service is your ticket to world class Light Tackle and Fly Fishing on the Chesapeake Bay.

Capt. Cole will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in light tackle, fly fishing, bottom fishing, jigging, popping, and spinning, all to get you on that bite. This involves 5 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Striped Bass, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, and Redfish, depending on the season and conditions on the day.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 26' C-Hawk boat that can safely take up to 4 anglers. This boat features an ice box and a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, terminal tackle and fish cleaning are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing.

Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

You'll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip.

There will be complimentary snacks and drinks aboard for your convenience during the trip, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.

Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Desperate Measures Guide Service.

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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (11)

A selection of freshly caught Bluefish laid out on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat.
Great day on the Potomac.
A young boy holding a sandwich on a boat while an adult is steering, with a scenic water backdrop.
A mother and child enjoying a relaxing moment on a small boat, surrounded by calm waters, perfect for a family fishing adventure.
An angler reeling in a catch while fishing on a calm day in open waters, showcasing the excitement of the sport.
Angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm water body.
+5

All reviews (13)

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Showing 15 of 13 reviews
John Bodo
John Bodo
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Cole
6 hour on May 31, 20253 adults
Reported catch:
Bluefish
0
Jeffrey Harmon
Jeffrey Harmon
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Water
6 hour on July 21, 20241 adult1 child
We had a great time! Cole is a great captain and knows his stuff. His local knowledge is critical and made the day awesome. I highly recommend him!
A selection of freshly caught Bluefish laid out on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat.
Reported catch:
Bluefish
0
Robert Figliozzi
Robert Figliozzi
Edgewater, Maryland
5.0
January fishing trip
6 Hour Trip – Light Tackle on January 30, 2023
Captain Cole is like a hound dog on the water looking for a bone. He never gives up until he finds it. Great atitude and treated my wife like a queen and she wants to fish again what more can a husband wish for who loves to fish.
An angler reeling in a catch while fishing on a calm day in open waters, showcasing the excitement of the sport.
Angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm water body.
Response from Captain
February 22, 2023
Thank you Robert, as always it is a pleasure having you on board and it was great meeting your wife. I look forward to many more trips together!
1
Tim Ryan
Tim Ryan
Washington, DC
5.0
Verified
Afternoon with Captain Cole
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip on May 5, 20232 adults
Awesome day fishing and Cole made it easy to book and get on some big stripped bass. I would highly recommend getting on the water with Desperate Measures!
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Response from Captain
May 7, 2023
Thank you Tim! Having you and your son onboard was a pleasure and I look forward to doing it again!
0
Stephen Riordan
Stephen Riordan
Washington, District Of Columbia
5.0
Verified
Great day on the Potomac.
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip on April 5, 20232 adults2 children
If you want a great water experience for your family, yo u cannot do better than Captain Cole. Definitely plan to charter with him again.
Review media 0
A young boy holding a sandwich on a boat while an adult is steering, with a scenic water backdrop.
A mother and child enjoying a relaxing moment on a small boat, surrounded by calm waters, perfect for a family fishing adventure.
Response from Captain
April 17, 2023
Thank you Stephen, it was great having your family onboard! I always love seeing kids out enjoying a day on the water. I look forward to another great trip soon!
1

Trip availability and prices

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April 2026
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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6 hour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – Light Tackle
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Dec 10
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US $1,050
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
13 reviews
5
12
4
1
3
0
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (11)

A selection of freshly caught Bluefish laid out on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat.
Great day on the Potomac.
A young boy holding a sandwich on a boat while an adult is steering, with a scenic water backdrop.
A mother and child enjoying a relaxing moment on a small boat, surrounded by calm waters, perfect for a family fishing adventure.
An angler reeling in a catch while fishing on a calm day in open waters, showcasing the excitement of the sport.
Angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm water body.
+5

All reviews (13)

Filter
Showing 15 of 13 reviews
John Bodo
John Bodo
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Cole
6 hour on May 31, 20253 adults
Reported catch:
Bluefish
0
Jeffrey Harmon
Jeffrey Harmon
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Water
6 hour on July 21, 20241 adult1 child
We had a great time! Cole is a great captain and knows his stuff. His local knowledge is critical and made the day awesome. I highly recommend him!
A selection of freshly caught Bluefish laid out on a cleaning station aboard a fishing boat.
Reported catch:
Bluefish
0
Robert Figliozzi
Robert Figliozzi
Edgewater, Maryland
5.0
January fishing trip
6 Hour Trip – Light Tackle on January 30, 2023
Captain Cole is like a hound dog on the water looking for a bone. He never gives up until he finds it. Great atitude and treated my wife like a queen and she wants to fish again what more can a husband wish for who loves to fish.
An angler reeling in a catch while fishing on a calm day in open waters, showcasing the excitement of the sport.
Angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a calm water body.
Response from Captain
February 22, 2023
Thank you Robert, as always it is a pleasure having you on board and it was great meeting your wife. I look forward to many more trips together!
1
Tim Ryan
Tim Ryan
Washington, DC
5.0
Verified
Afternoon with Captain Cole
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip on May 5, 20232 adults
Awesome day fishing and Cole made it easy to book and get on some big stripped bass. I would highly recommend getting on the water with Desperate Measures!
Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Response from Captain
May 7, 2023
Thank you Tim! Having you and your son onboard was a pleasure and I look forward to doing it again!
0
Stephen Riordan
Stephen Riordan
Washington, District Of Columbia
5.0
Verified
Great day on the Potomac.
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip on April 5, 20232 adults2 children
If you want a great water experience for your family, yo u cannot do better than Captain Cole. Definitely plan to charter with him again.
Review media 0
A young boy holding a sandwich on a boat while an adult is steering, with a scenic water backdrop.
A mother and child enjoying a relaxing moment on a small boat, surrounded by calm waters, perfect for a family fishing adventure.
Response from Captain
April 17, 2023
Thank you Stephen, it was great having your family onboard! I always love seeing kids out enjoying a day on the water. I look forward to another great trip soon!
1

FAQs about Desperate Measures Guide Service

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1994
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
C-Hawk
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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