Bay Bound Guide Service

Captain Jonathan Bland aims to give his guests a true taste of the Chesapeake Bay. Hop aboard his classic 17’ Montauk Boston Whaler and see what the Bay has to offer! Each day out is an adventure catered to the exact style of fishing and desired species that you want.

His trips specialize in light tackle and fly fishing based out of Annapolis, Maryland. Within a short boat ride, you have the option to fish for multiple species throughout the day. If there is a special request or location you have always wanted to fish on the Chesapeake Bay he is also open to traveling to make the trip happen. Having fished almost all of the middle Bay region, there isn’t a place he hasn’t been or isn’t willing to try out!

Throughout the winter, he spends most of his time targeting Tidal Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch in the Bay’s tributaries around the Annapolis area, and occasionally Striped Bass. In the spring, summer, or fall he targets a variety of species including Striped Bass, White Perch, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, and Speckled Trout.

The captain will provide all fishing rods, tackle, lures, and licensing. If you would like to keep fish, he’s happy to clean them for you once returning to the dock.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Last Light Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31 (Sat, Sun)
    $150
    For someone trying to get out for a few hours, usually targeting Striped Bass with Topwater plugs and jigs.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    $450
    We will target Striped Bass and other various species depending on the time of year.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Perch Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30 (Sat, Sun)
    $450
    Great for kids, or the family. We will spend the day going for the tastiest fish in the Chesapeake Bay, the White Perch. These trips include lots of action, usually catching around 50+ fish - they make for some of the best fish tacos!
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Pickerel Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 20 - Apr 20 (Sat, Sun)
    $450
    Come out and see what these mini-Muskies have to offer! These lesser-known fish provide lots of action throughout the day. These trips are great for kids or adults - the perfect father/son trip. They are a blast to catch on the fly rod, due to their visual eats at the boat.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Sat, Sun)
    $600
    For any of the three types of trips offered.
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About the Captain

Jonathan Bland
Annapolis, Maryland, United States
ID & License verified
Response time 4 hours
Member since November 2022
Capt. Jonathan runs trips out of Annapolis aboard a 17’ Boston Whaler. These waters are known for Striped Bass and Pickerel and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're fly fishing or jigging. With knowledge of the entire bay, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Perch (White) White Perch
Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch

Boat specs

Boston Whaler (Center console) originally built in 1995. Powered by a 90HP Honda engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
17 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Jigging
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
Visa
Checks
Bank Transfer

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FAQs about Bay Bound Guide Service

Bay Bound Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • $150 per group - Last Light Fishing (3 hours)
  • $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (4 hours)
  • $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Perch Fishing (4 hours)
  • $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Pickerel Fishing (4 hours)
  • $600 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Bay Bound Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Bay Bound Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Bay Bound Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Bay Bound Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bay Bound Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Perch (White)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout