Chills Light Tackle Guide Service

Captain Chuck of Chill’s Light Tackle Guide Service invites you to come out for a fun day of fishing on Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay and Tributaries. Captain Chuck has been fishing these waters since the age of 6. Yes, 47 years!

The primary fish of choice in Maryland is the Striped Bass, commonly referred to as Rockfish. This fish is aggressive and powerful, making for a fun battle on the water! Other fish such as White Perch, Yellow Perch, Catfish, and newly popular Snakehead fish can be targeted as well.

Captain Chuck is an expert light tackle fisherman as evidenced by his numerous 5-star reviews. You are bound to learn something new during your trip.

He uses several different techniques when necessary, utilizing a “hybrid” approach. Casting lures, using cut bait, or live lining are all in his repertoire of techniques used to catch fish.

Captain Chuck can take out 6 guests on his incredible fishing boat. The boat is a world-class 28’ Sportsman powered by twin 300 HP Yamaha outboard engines. This boat will cruise comfortably at 40 mph and can reach a top speed of 61 mph!

It is equipped with twin Garmin 12” fishfinders, a radar, and an autopilot. It is also equipped with a fully functional electric toilet and freshwater sink.
One of the captain’s favorite features is the Minn Kota Terrova Autopilot 112 lbs thrust trolling motor. Equipped with GPS “Spotlock”, there is no need for an anchor in even the roughest conditions.

All rods, tackle, and bait are provided on the trip. You just bring snacks and drinks!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 HOUR TRIP
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 14
    US $500
    Come out and fish with Captain Chuck for the highly sought-after Striped Bass or other species. Enjoy the thrill of light tackle at its finest! A total of 6 guests may come on this trip.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
    Perch (White)
    White Perch
  • Private trip
    8 HOUR – Eastern Shore Adventure
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Jun 1
    US $600
    During this trip, you will explore the Islands of Maryland’s Eastern Shore in search of Striped Bass. These trips are available from May 1st to June 1st. From May 1st to May 15th Trip is CATCH AND RELEASE ONLY. Starting May 16th Guests may keep 2 Striped Bass per person. A Total of 6 Guests may come on this Trip

FAQs about Chills Light Tackle Guide Service

Chills Light Tackle Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 HOUR TRIP (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 HOUR – Eastern Shore Adventure (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Chills Light Tackle Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet FULLY FUNCTIONAL ELECTRIC TOILET
  • GPS VESSEL IS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOPILOT
  • Fishfinder 2 GARMIN 12” SCREENS
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Chills Light Tackle Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish are Filleted and Packaged for $2.00 each)
  • First Mate (First Mate when Available)
  • Fishing License (ALL LICENSES ARE COVERED ON TRIP)

Chills Light Tackle Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Tributaries on Chesapeake Bay)
  • Inshore Fishing (Marylands Chesapeake Bay)
  • Nearshore Fishing

Chills Light Tackle Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Chills Light Tackle Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Catfish
  • Crappie
  • Perch (White)
  • Perch (Yellow)

Meet the Captain

Chuck Hill
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
19 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
59 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2017
Hello, I am Chuck Hill, a United States Coast Guard Licensed Master Captain, and Licensed Maryland Fishing Guide. I have over 46 of Fishing experience, and would like to share it with you. It does not matter if you are a Novice or Experienced Angler. My goal is for you to have an enjoyable time while fishing on Maryland's Chesapeake Bay and it's Tributaries. I run Trips on Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay from Mid May until Mid November.
Our Team
Chuck H.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Catfish Catfish
Crappie Crappie

Boat specs

Sportsman (Center console) originally built in 2019. Powered by 2 300HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 53 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Tributaries on Chesapeake Bay
Inshore Fishing
Marylands Chesapeake Bay
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
FULLY FUNCTIONAL ELECTRIC TOILET
GPS
VESSEL IS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOPILOT
Fishfinder
2 GARMIN 12” SCREENS
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish are Filleted and Packaged for $2.00 each
First Mate
First Mate when Available
Fishing License
ALL LICENSES ARE COVERED ON TRIP

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
CHILDREN 6 AND OLDER
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
PayPal
Checks

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 59 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (59)
The catches!
They helped my son so much during the whole trip!
Perfect fishing trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
90%
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Pamela M.
Rising Sun, Maryland
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect fishing trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 8, 2023
The whole experience from start to end was amazing. Both the captain and his first mate Tony are very knowledgeable. They will...
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Jurgen C.
Frederick, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full 7hours day trip

VERIFIED   6 HOUR TRIP on July 6, 2023
First timers, Heck yeah! Thats how we shall start. We planned the trip,.. made the trip and had theee best time! Plenty...
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Johnny O.
Woodbine, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half Day Trip with Captain Chuck

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 15, 2023
Had a great day out with Captain Chuck and his 1st Mate Tony. Was our 1st time out fishing and they helped coach us through...
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Nick Y.
Glen Burnie, MD
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Very reasonably priced half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 10, 2023
It was a great day on the Chesapeake bay even though we weren’t able to get on the fish however Captain Chuck kept us out...
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Ted L.
Narberth, Pennsylvania
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Fishing with Chuck

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 31, 2023
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