Desperate Measures Guide Service
Desperate Measures Guide Service
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.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (11)
+8Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
67%
May 31, 2025
6 hour
Fishing with Cole
Jul 21, 2024
6 hour
Great Day on the Water
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!
We had a great time! Cole is a great captain and knows his stuff. His local knowledge is critical and made the day awesome. ...
Edgewater, Maryland
Jan 30, 2023
6 Hour Trip – Light Tackle
January fishing trip
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.
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...
Captain replied
Washington, DC
May 5, 2023
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip
Afternoon with Captain Cole
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!
Awesome day fishing and Cole made it easy to book and get on some big stripped bass. I would highly recommend getting on the...
Captain replied
Washington, District Of Columbia
Apr 5, 2023
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip
Great day on the Potomac.
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.
If you want a great water experience for your family, yo u cannot do better than Captain Cole. Definitely plan to charter with...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (11)
+8Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
67%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Cole
6 hour on May 31, 2025
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Day on the Water
6 hour on July 21, 2024
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!
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!
Edgewater, Maryland
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
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.
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.
Washington, DC
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Afternoon with Captain Cole
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip on May 5, 2023
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!
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!
Washington, District Of Columbia
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great day on the Potomac.
4 Hour Light Tackle Evening Trip on April 5, 2023
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.
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.
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