Keeping It Reel Charters 

4.9/5 (8 reviews)
 Camp Ellis Avenue, Saco, ME 04072, United States

Keeping It Reel Charters 

Saco, ME, United States
28 ft
5
4.9/5 (8 reviews)

If fishing in Old Orchard Beach/ Saco Maine is on your bucket list, look no further than Keeping It Reel Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Dylan can tell you all about them.

These waters are known for Striped Bass, Mako Shark, Thresher Shark, Porbeagle Shark, Blue Shark, Bluefin Tuna, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!' On these trips, you can expect to spin using light or heavy tackle.

Sharks are their specialty. They love introducing anglers to big game fishing in Maine. There are lots of toothy critters in these waters. They average several sharks per trip, with many in the 200-300lb range. These only run on weekends July 1- September 10, so book early.

Keeping It Reel Charters welcomes kids aboard, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites!

Capt. Dylan will bring you aboard a 23' Pro-Line sportfishing boat with room for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Keeping It Reel Charters!

If fishing in Old Orchard Beach/ Saco Maine is on your bucket list, look no further than Keeping It Reel Charters. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Dylan can tell you all about them.

These waters are known for Striped Bass, Mako Shark, Thresher Shark, Porbeagle Shark, Blue Shark, Bluefin Tuna, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!' On these trips, you can expect to spin using light or heavy tackle.

Sharks are their specialty. They love introducing anglers to big game fishing in Maine. There are lots of toothy critters in these waters. They average several sharks per trip, with many in the 200-300lb range. These only run on weekends July 1- September 10, so book early.

Keeping It Reel Charters welcomes kids aboard, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites!

Capt. Dylan will bring you aboard a 23' Pro-Line sportfishing boat with room for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Keeping It Reel Charters!

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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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2 hour Lobster Tour
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 5:00 PM
Seasonal trip
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US $400
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Boat Tour Along Old Orchard Beach
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
US $400
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – AM Striper Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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May 15 - Oct 1
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Middle Of The Day Striped Bass Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 10:00 AM
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4 Hour Trip – Afternoon Striper
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
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May 15 - Nov 1
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 5 people
5 Hour Trip (am) - Ground Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 5 people
5 Hour Trip (PM) - Ground Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
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May 1 - Nov 1 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $800
Entire boat: up to 5 people
4-Hour Nighttime Striper Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 PM
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US $850
Entire boat: up to 5 people
8 hour Trip – am Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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Jun 1 - Oct 1
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US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Afternoon Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
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US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Morning Bluefin Tuna Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Bluefin Tuna/Bottom Fishing Trip(PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
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US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
8 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Mikhail Missick
Mikhail Missick
Repeat angler
us
Maine, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
July fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Afternoon Striper on July 10, 20264 adults1 child

Mikhail Missick
Mikhail Missick
Repeat angler
us
Maine, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Dylan
4 Hour Trip – AM Striper Fishing on July 3, 20264 adults1 child

Eric Oblenis
Eric Oblenis
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Massachusetts, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Had a ton of fun, caught tons of fish ! 🎣
4 Hour Trip – AM Striper Fishing on July 27, 20251 adult4 children

Captain did a great job at putting us on some fish. We had a blast. I think we caught something like 11 Striper. Doubled up multiple times. Appreciate his patience with helping my daughter and her friend real some fish in. Would recommend 10/10

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Atlantic Mackerel
Mark Dehmlow
Mark Dehmlow
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Captain Dylan was Amazing!!
Boat Tour Along Old Orchard Beach on July 14, 20242 adults2 children

Captain Dylan brought a lot of energy to the trip and kept my three teenagers engaged in the fishing trip. He was great at teaching how to catch both the bait and the fish. It was a wonderful trip all the way around.

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Response from Captain

Thank you! It was a wonderful trip!

Jason Croteau
Jason Croteau
us
New Hampshire, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Striper Fishing
4 Hour Trip – AM Striper Fishing on July 14, 20244 adults

Dylan was great and had a great personality. Was awesome with the kids and got them all to catch striper. We went home with three keepers. Great experience all around

Response from Captain

Thank you for the very kind review, means a lot. Had so much fun with this crew!! They sure knew how to fish. Nothing but laughs all day.

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Edgewarer
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots
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