SPECIAL NOTE:
In Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, the striped bass (rockfish) season runs from May 16 to July 15, with anglers allowed to keep one fish per day, between 19 and 24 inches in length.
Season Dates:
Summer/Fall Season: May 16 to July 15
Closed Season: July 16 to July 31
Reopens: August 1 through December 10
Regulations:
Catch Limit: One striped bass per person, per day.
Minimum Length: 19 inches.
Maximum Lenght: 24 inches
We target Catfish, and White Perch during rockfish closure.
The fish in these waters include Striped Bass (Rockfish), Catfish, Perch, and more.
You can expect to do some, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Eric also offers fly fishing, but you will need to bring your own fly gear and having experience fly fishing is highly recommended.
Trips with Stella Charters are kid-friendly, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are also a good idea to bring so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!
Capt. Eric will bring you aboard a 29’ NauticStar 28XS Offshore center console with room for 6 passengers. It comes with outriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. You’ll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you’ll be catching it yourself.
There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.
It’s never a bad idea to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). Bottled water will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in MODERATION!!!
NO GLASS BOTTLES ALLOWED AND AVOID HARD LIQUOR !!!
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT FIRST MATE WORKS FOR TIPS. 20% IS THE STANDARD TIP!
Captain
Eric Goodrich
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Rating summary
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
89%
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3 Hour Trip – PM Family Friendly on June 2, 2025
We had a great time for our first charter fishing trip! The fish weren't really biting at first but Captain Eric was able to find us some good spots and everyone was able to catch some. Captain Eric and his first mate were very accommodating and made everyone feel comfortable throughout the whole trip. My son had a great time and they are really good with kids! True professionals and we would be happy to plan another trip with them!
We had a great time for our first charter fishing trip! The fish weren't really biting at first but Captain Eric was able to find us some good spots and everyone was able to catch some. Captain Eric and his first mate were very accommodating and made everyone feel comfortable throughout the whole trip. My son had a great time and they are really good with kids! True professionals and we would be happy to plan another trip with them!
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3 Hour Trip – AM Family Friendly on May 18, 2025
Just wanted to shout out to Eric and crew from today’s fishing trip! Everybody onboard had a great time today. We caught our limit of rock-fish by 7:45 to 8:00 am. and everyone onboard was catching fish. The crew definitely knew where to catch the fish today and I learned some new techniques that I will take with me as an angler! Thanks again guys and awesome boat!!!
Just wanted to shout out to Eric and crew from today’s fishing trip! Everybody onboard had a great time today. We caught our limit of rock-fish by 7:45 to 8:00 am. and everyone onboard was catching fish. The crew definitely knew where to catch the fish today and I learned some new techniques that I will take with me as an angler! Thanks again guys and awesome boat!!!
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4 Hour Trip (AM) Family Friendly on September 1, 2024
Our trip with “Stella” Charters was “stellar” from the beginning, at the end and for every moment in between! Saving the best for last, our trip began with effortless booking, clear communication (including pictures to make parking easier) and a prompt, friendly greeting upon arrival where we were then escorted down a beautiful pier to an immaculate boat that was clearly stocked and ready for action. Our trip ended with Captain Eric filleting our fish while we waited on a beautiful deck overlooking the dock and water way before he ran inside to vacuum seal our fish for the ride home. He then presented the fish to us in a branded cooler which will also serve as a fantastic memento for our trip. We were graciously hosted for every moment during our trip. It was a truly exceptional experience. Regarding the best part, we caught fish early and often, enjoying tight lines for the entire duration of our trip. Eric is clearly an expert in two important ways. He is an expert guide who knows how to support angles in hi care. It was not surprising to learn that he had been doing so since he was a boy. He is also an expert at the waters that he fishes and the combination of those two skill sets proved to be a powerful one. We are already planning our next trip with Eric and plan to make trips with him a regular part of our fishing journey. You can rest assured that you are in great hands when you book with Stella Charters!
Our trip with “Stella” Charters was “stellar” from the beginning, at the end and for every moment in between! Saving the best for last, our trip began with effortless booking, clear communication (including pictures to make parking easier) and a prompt, friendly greeting upon arrival where we were then escorted down a beautiful pier to an immaculate boat that was clearly stocked and ready for action. Our trip ended with Captain Eric filleting our fish while we waited on a beautiful deck overlooking...
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3 Hour Trip – PM Family Friendly on June 22, 2024
Captain Eric took our family out on an awesome half-day fishing trip. He was very communicative and amenable from our booking to the trip itself. Location was easy to find and very welcoming. He took the five of us out (2 adults, 3 kids under 10) and was perfect with the kids and adults. He knows the water and where to fish, and his boat and equipment were extremely well maintained and clean. Eric kept the bait on even though we were catching tons of fish and was always happy to help the kiddos out. Easy and safe trip out and back and Eric cleaned the fish and packaged them for the trip home. Five stars - have already recommended him to our friends/neighbors and plan to take another trip with him in the future! Amazing local charter, if you're thinking of booking do not hesitate!
Captain Eric took our family out on an awesome half-day fishing trip. He was very communicative and amenable from our booking to the trip itself. Location was easy to find and very welcoming. He took the five of us out (2 adults, 3 kids under 10) and was perfect with the kids and adults. He knows the water and where to fish, and his boat and equipment were extremely well maintained and clean. Eric kept the bait on even though we were catching tons of fish and was always happy to help the kiddos...
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6 Hour Trip "AM ONLY" on June 19, 2024
I have a son who loves to fish. I know nothing about fishing. Captain Eric TCB!! If you are a clueless parent but want to make memories for your child (or relatives or complete strangers you meet on the street) Stella Charters is the way to go. Here are a few things: 1. Boat is perfect for small groups. This is not some big charter boat. I liken it to your rich, awesome buddy has an amazing fishing boat and he's doing you a favor (bc you're a clueless person about fishing) and taking you & your friends/relatives/associates out on his boat. It is amazing. 2. Operation is top notch. They handled five 13 year old boys at 6:00 a.m. Need I say more? 3. Captain Eric is great, personable, patient, funny and just a great dude. He does his business because he loves to fish and wants to share the joy of fishing with the public. He's not doing it for free (obviously) but he is great, his first mate is a boss and the whole experience is something well worth the price. 4. Speaking of price, this is not too expensive at all. Went out for six hours, fished two spots, caught the limit of rockfish (8), some huge, ugly catfish and then they took the boys to a spot to catch perch, shad/spot? (again clueless fisher here) and all kinds of fish - the kind you catch with worms and fish parts. 5. Vacuum sealed fish prepared for home. Not much to say other than AMAZING. Only drawback is Captain Eric is so popular you've got to book in advance - remember this is not some big operation, just your awesome buddy who TCB and allows you wonderful memories with your family/relatives/people you want to impress! But believe me, he is the best.
I have a son who loves to fish. I know nothing about fishing. Captain Eric TCB!! If you are a clueless parent but want to make memories for your child (or relatives or complete strangers you meet on the street) Stella Charters is the way to go. Here are a few things: 1. Boat is perfect for small groups. This is not some big charter boat. I liken it to your rich, awesome buddy has an amazing fishing boat and he's doing you a favor (bc you're a clueless person about fishing) and taking you...
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USCG Licensed Captain Eric Goodrich was born and raised in Upstate New York. Spending countless hours fishing and hunting, Eric acquired a vast amount of nautical knowledge when he became a mate on a charter boat on Lake Ontario. Earning a four-year college degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Management, as well as employment at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Eric moved to Maryland to start a career in environmental restoration. He started, owned and operated his own environmental restoration company that specialized in stream restoration, wetland construction and shoreline stabilization. With over 30 years in the environmental field, Eric gained a phenomenal amount of knowledge about the Chesapeake Bay, local streams, surrounding watersheds, currents, tides and hydrology. Eric holds many professional certifications, including Chesapeake Bay Landscape, Maryland Tree Expert, and ISA Certified Arborist. His genuine interest and dedication to fisheries and wildlife management led Eric to start Stella Charters LLC in January 2023. He earned his USCG Captain License for uninspected vessels for six passengers or less up to 100gt/100 miles offshore. Serious and recreational fishing for the last 7 years, Eric is grateful for the knowledge he has acquired from friends and other charter captains. He is ready to share that knowledge and “pay it forward” with guests who are ready to venture out on the Chesapeake Bay aboard the Stella Charter!
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Must have Experience Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Toilet
Full bath room with sink
GPS
Two 12-inch NSS EV03 Simrad Sonar/Charter Plotters
Fishfinder
Simrad Active Side Scan Transducer / Airmar B175
Live Bait Well
Dual Insulated Fish Boxes Fwd with Overboard Dra
Wireless Trolling Motor
Rhodan Trolling Motor with Spotlock
Outriggers
Only used when trolling
Ice Box
100 gal fishbox to keep your catch on ice
Radar
Simrad Radar
Rods, reels & tackle
Everything you need will be supplied
Live Bait
Different based on season
Catch cleaning & filleting
Your catch will be vacuum sealed for trip home
Drinks
Water and Ice only
First Mate
Captain will determine if Mate is needed or not
Fishing License
The boat fishing license covers everyone
Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
We ask that children be at least six years of age.
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Fish will be vacuum sealed
Catch and Release Allowed
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