Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay

Fin N’ Feather runs angling trips on the Chesapeake Bay and offer

Capt. Derick will share his vast knowledge and experience to ensure you have a fun day full of fishing. He specializes in bottom fishing and trolling, all to get you on that bite. This involves 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Rockfish, Perch, and Catfish, depending on the season and conditions on the day. You can keep anything you catch as long as it’s legal.

Your adventure begins on board a 32’ Albemarle boat that can fit a maximum of 6 anglers. The boat is fitted with a toilet and was updated in 2020 with new Cummins engines and a refurbished interior. The vessel has a full cabin and head so that the wife will approve! You’ll get to the fishing grounds and back in comfort. It’s also been equipped with new 2022 electronics, so if the fish are there, Capt. Derick will find them!

The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you’ll need for a productive day on the water. No need to worry about fishing licenses, as they will be provided and handled by the charter. There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need. Tips for good service are appreciated. Children are welcome aboard.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Fin N’ Feather Chesapeake Bay.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Hump Day Happy Hour
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Wed)
    US $500
    Let's celebrate hump day with fishing and sunsets. Jump on board for a 5 hour evening trip departing at 4 and returning at 9. We will be targeting rockfish and should be a blast!
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (White)
    White Perch
  • Private trip
    7 HR Afternoon Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $700
    We uae the best method possible to put fish in the boat and enaure you have a great trip. Trips vary from live lining, trolling , and jigging. We will do our best to enaure you enjoy your day. We offer Hook and Cook with our partner restaurant Dock of the Bay in Millers island where we clean your fish and they will cook them and 2 sides for a very reasonable price. Please reach out with any questions @finnfeatherchesapeake on FB
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (White)
    White Perch
  • Private trip
    7 hr Morning Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 5:45 AM
    US $700
    We uae the best method possible to put fish in the boat and enaure you have a great trip. Trips vary from live lining, trolling , and jigging. We will do our best to enaure you enjoy your day. We offer Hook and Cook with our partner restaurant Dock of the Bay in Millers island where we clean your fish and they will cook them and 2 sides for a very reasonable price. Please reach out with any questions @finnfeatherchesapeake on FB
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (White)
    White Perch
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FAQs about Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay

Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - Hump Day Happy Hour (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 7 HR Afternoon Trip (8 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 7 hr Morning Trip (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Radar

Trips booked with Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing

Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Fin N' Feather Chesapeake Bay include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Catfish
  • Perch (White)

Meet the Captain

Derick Thrappas
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
19 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2023
Captain Derick Thrappas is a Maryland native who obtained his USCG 100-ton license at the young age of 19. He has a very diverse background in the marine industry. Serving in the Coast Guard for 20 years and being stationed up and down the east coast has allowed him to work on charter boats all over Florida, Maryland, and Virginia.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Catfish Catfish
Perch (White) White Perch

Boat specs

Albemarle (Convertible) originally built in 1990, and restored in 2021. Powered by 2 300HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
32 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Kitchen
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days 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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch

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
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 19 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Angler rating
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Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Gregory W.
Frederick, Maryland
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Morning (5:30-12:30) Rockfish Charter booked with Captain Derick and First Mate Gordy: Could not be more pleased. Clear communication...
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Michael B.
Greensboro, North Carolina
Excellent
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Full Day trip with Captain

7 hr Morning Trip on August 2, 2023
My family and I (including our dog) had a fun day on the water with Capt Derick. We started off the morning catching crabs...
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Tom S.
Westminster, Maryland
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Derick

7 hr Morning Trip on May 5, 2023
Great time on the Smuggler with Capt Derrick. Beautiful boat, very comfortable. Derrick works hard to get you a great experience;...
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David C.
Baltimore, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great full day. A captain & Mate that work for you

VERIFIED   7 hr Morning Trip on August 4, 2023
Derick did everything he could ro make the trip work out just perfectly.  He goes his own way and not just follow the crowd....
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Gordon M.
Timonium, Maryland
Excellent
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Trolling the Chesapeake for trophies.

7 hr Morning Trip on May 2, 2023
We booked a trip for the spring trophy season. We were greeted upon arrival and the boat was warmed up and ready to leave the...
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