Lucky Strike Charters

“Lucky Strike Charters” welcomes all angling enthusiasts to experience the thrill of fishing the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River! We launch out of a few different marinas through out the season depending where the best fishing locations are. It’s the ideal opportunity to have a fun and action-packed experience with one of the best guides in the area!

Hop aboard a 46’ Markley pilothouse boat, which can accommodate up to 17 anglers. This seaworthy fishing machine is rigged with all the top navigational electronics including GPS and Fishfinder. Make good use of the outriggers to cover a larger surface area and use the anchoring system to stay in place.

What’s more this vessel is wheelchair accessible and is fitted with a toilet to make long trips more comfortable. The icebox keeps your catch fresh and the live well helps to entice the bite.

You’ll target a variety of legendary Chesapeake fish in the bay’s inshore and nearshore waters. Use light tackle to hook Striped Bass and Bluefish and brush up on your bottom fishing skills to hook Norfolk Spot and White Perch. Fall is the ideal time to go jigging for Striped Bass and to target trophy Bass.

Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a complete novice, Capt. Shawn is happy to accommodate your skill level. He’ll provide all the gear you need for a successful day and at the end of the trip, he’ll clean and fillet your catch. All you’ll want to bring are any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy.

The crew works hard to make sure you have a good time and a 15–20% tip is customary. Experience one of the most prolific fisheries in the US with Lucky Strike Charters!

The 2024 Maryland striped bass (Rockfish) season kicks off on May 16th this year. During summer season the Rockfish size and limit will be 19" to 24" and each person can keep (1) one rockfish. Rockfish Season is closed July 16, 2024 - July 31, 2024. During the summer Rockfish closure we will be targeting Spanish Mackerel, Blue Fish and Bottom Fishing.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Dec 10
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $750
    Head out bright and early to take advantage of the productive morning bite and be back on shore by noon! You'll explore the prolific waters of the Chesapeake Bay in search of Striped Bass, Croaker, Black Drum, and Bluefish. Capt. Shawn brings along all the gear you need for a successful day. Pack drinks and snacks and you're good to go! Maryland Striped Bass season opens May 16th to July 16th, 2024. The Striped Bass season will be closed for July 16th, 2024 to July 31st, 2024. One Striped Bass Per Person
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 20 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Dec 10
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $750
    If you prefer to fish in the afternoons, opt for a PM trip that'll see back on the shore just in time for dinner. You'll explore the inshore and nearshore waters of the Chesapeake Bay in search of Striped Bass, Croaker, Bluefish, and Black Drum. All you need to bring are any drinks and snacks everything else is taken care of! Maryland Striped Bass season opens May 16th to July 16th, 2024. The Striped Bass season will be closed for July 16th, 2024 to July 31st, 2024. One Striped Bass Per Person
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Dec 10 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $950
    This package is ideal for any angler looking to spend a full day fishing the Chesapeake Bay! Depending on the season, you will dedicate your time on the water to chasing Bluefish, Striped Bass, Black Drum, and Croaker. Gear is taken care of by Capt. Shawn, just bring any drinks and snacks. Maryland Striped Bass season opens May 16th to July 16th, 2024. The Striped Bass season will be closed for July 16th, 2024 to July 31st, 2024. One Striped Bass Per Person
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 217 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Great 14th Birthday Trip for my Son!
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Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Scott B.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Making Grandkids Fishermen

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 3, 2024
Captain Shaun and Kenny the first mate were excellent.  Took my six grandchildren out to turn them into fishermen and the...
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Rick M.
Excellent
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Wanted Us to Catch Fish

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on June 1, 2024
Capt. Shawn was so concerned about us catching Striped Bass that he asked if we would support him moving his boat from Deale...
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William O.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great day!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on November 11, 2023
I had originally scheduled this trip for October but after speaking to the Captain he said fishing was better in mid -November....
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James B.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great 14th Birthday Trip for my Son!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 25, 2024
Captain Shawn and Alt Capt & Mate Casey were great with our group of 2 adults and 3 teenagers for my Son’s 14th Birthday. ...
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David S.
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Very Good Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on August 24, 2024
The Captain put us on the fish and the mate was very good at helping my grandson catch fish.  We fished next to 3 or 4 other...
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FAQs about Lucky Strike Charters

Lucky Strike Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group, additional US $90 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $90 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $90 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Lucky Strike Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Lucky Strike Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate (15-20% tip customary)
  • Fishing License

Lucky Strike Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Limit One (1) Rockfish Per Person 19 to 24 inches)
  • Inshore Fishing (Limit One (1) Rockfish Per Person 19 to 24 inches)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Limit One (1) Rockfish Per Person 19 to 24 inches)

Lucky Strike Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Lucky Strike Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Catfish
  • Perch (White)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Meet the Charter Operator

Lucky Strike Fishing Charters
Deale, Maryland, United States
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217 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2017
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Captain Shawn Brumley and his team, Captain Tawn Tipsword and Captain Kenny MacEwen, have over 30 years of experience fishing the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. The crew specialize in catching Striped Bass, Black Drum, and Bluefish. Capt. Shawn enjoys taking big groups of people out, showing them the beautiful waters of Maryland, and, of course, putting them on fish!

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Catfish Catfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
17 persons
Boat length
46 ft
Year built
2007
Boat manufacturer
Markley
Boat type
Pilothouse

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 490HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Limit One (1) Rockfish Per Person 19 to 24 inches
Inshore Fishing
Limit One (1) Rockfish Per Person 19 to 24 inches
Nearshore Fishing
Limit One (1) Rockfish Per Person 19 to 24 inches

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
15-20% tip customary
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Checks

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