On The Run Charters
+38On The Run Charters offers incredible angling with an experienced captain in the bays and jetties surrounding Ocean City, MD. You’ll be greeted by Captain Dave Caffrey, who targets a variety of local fish and makes sure you have a memorable trip atop these waters!
Just like the charter name says – your targets will try to outrun you, but Capt. Dave does his best to help you reel in your catch. Hop aboard his 32’ Parker center console that can accommodate up to 6 anglers. She’s equipped with GPS and Fishfinder, as well as a live well and an icebox to keep your catch fresh.
Onboard you’ll have the chance to try out spinning, jigging, trolling, and drift fishing on heavy or light tackle. If you’re feeling more adventurous, bring your bowfishing equipment with you onboard!
As you scan these inshore waters and bays, make sure to hold your rod tight. There’ll be Bluefish, Tautog, and even Striped Bass to reel in. To ensure your as effective as possible, Capt. Dave provides rods, reels, terminal tackle, and live bait.
Capt. Dave is a big believer in conserving the fish population in Maryland and catch and release fishing is encouraged. However, if you’d like to keep some of your catch, he’s happy to clean and fillet it for you.
Before you set out, grab some snacks, sunscreen, and shades. Then jump into comfortable clothing and don’t forget to bring your camera with you – you don’t want to miss capturing the excitement!
You’re in good hands with On The Run Charters, who will see to it that you get fishing adventure worth your while!
Captain
Dave Caffrey
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+317Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
92%
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Awesome Ocean City, MD Charter
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on April 24, 2025
Captain Dave with On The Run Charters was great. I took my 14 year old son, and caught a lot of keepers (tog and flounder) on our 4 hour inshore charter. Dave had us on fish all morning. He and Austin were extremely helpful answering questions and showed us good techniques to catch keepers when water temps are low. We had a great day fishing, enjoyed the conversation, and will definitely be back to fish with Dave again!
Captain Dave with On The Run Charters was great. I took my 14 year old son, and caught a lot of keepers (tog and flounder) on our 4 hour inshore charter. Dave had us on fish all morning. He and Austin were extremely helpful answering questions and showed us good techniques to catch keepers when water temps are low. We had a great day fishing, enjoyed the conversation, and will definitely be back to fish with Dave again!
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Great day slaying flounder
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on August 14, 2024
This is my 2nd time heading out with Captain Dave and Anthony and they took great care of us. We started the day by catching baitfish and then heading out to their favorite spots. The crew knew what was biting and where, they rigged us up for success. We caught fish quick and many until the tide changed and the bites turned off. We then went to a few other spots closer to the marina where we could continue fishing. We caught about 20 fish in all with 2 large keepers and about 7 others that were really close. Overall great experience and can’t wait to do it again
This is my 2nd time heading out with Captain Dave and Anthony and they took great care of us. We started the day by catching baitfish and then heading out to their favorite spots. The crew knew what was biting and where, they rigged us up for success. We caught fish quick and many until the tide changed and the bites turned off. We then went to a few other spots closer to the marina where we could continue fishing. We caught about 20 fish in all with 2 large keepers and about 7 others that were...
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Great Charter!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on May 9, 2025
Captain Dave and Fritz were great they really know what they’re doing… It was our first time on the water, they both were very attentive, explaining each step and how to catch fish…which we did! Would definitely recommend!!
Captain Dave and Fritz were great they really know what they’re doing… It was our first time on the water, they both were very attentive, explaining each step and how to catch fish…which we did! Would definitely recommend!!
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Great people, great fishing
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 6, 2025
Couldn’t be more impressed with our day on the water. I have done multiple trips with multiple guides in many different locations and can easily say this is a top-notch service
Couldn’t be more impressed with our day on the water. I have done multiple trips with multiple guides in many different locations and can easily say this is a top-notch service
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5hr bay trip
4 Hour Trip – Wreck Fishing (AM) on July 17, 2024
Guys were awesome, funny, very friendly/ professional. My son never stopped talking the whole trip and the captain/ mate entertained him the whole time! The captain put our kids on fish from the first 30 minutes until the 5hr mark. Captain worked hard and we used multiple tactics to put fish in the boat. We will only be using this captain/ mate in the years to come! Super pleased with the trip overall!
Guys were awesome, funny, very friendly/ professional. My son never stopped talking the whole trip and the captain/ mate entertained him the whole time! The captain put our kids on fish from the first 30 minutes until the 5hr mark. Captain worked hard and we used multiple tactics to put fish in the boat. We will only be using this captain/ mate in the years to come! Super pleased with the trip overall!
FAQs about On The Run Charters
What are the trip rates for On The Run Charters?
On The Run Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $350 per group - 2 Hour Trip - Inshore (2 hours)
- US $450 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Evening (3 hours)
- US $550 per group - 3 hr evening shark (3 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
- US $675 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Wreck Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
- US $675 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Wreck Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Sheepshead (6 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Wreck Fishing (8 hours)
- US $1,600 per group - Inshore bluefin tuna (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with On The Run Charters?
When you book a trip with On The Run Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS Brand New Garmin
- Fishfinder Brand New Garmin with chirp technology
- Live Bait Well
- Outriggers Installed when needed
- Ice Box Yeti coolers for drinks and fish two separate
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with On The Run Charters?
Trips booked with On The Run Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (Live spot cost extra)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Large number catch 3 dollar per fish cleaning)
- Drinks (Bottled water)
- First Mate (Gratuity expected 15 to 20 % mate works for tips)
- Fishing License
What types of fishing does On The Run Charters offer?
On The Run Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
- Flats Fishing (Beach boat and walk in )
What fishing techniques does On The Run Charters offer?
On The Run Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift Fishing
- Kite Fishing
- Bowfishing
- Handline
Which fish species can I catch with On The Run Charters?
Top targeted fish species with On The Run Charters include:
- Bass (Striped)
- Black Drum
- Bluefish
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Sheepshead
- Speckled Trout
- Tautog
- Tuna (Bluefin)
- Weakfish
Your captain
Ocean City, Maryland, United States
Captain Dave started fishing when he was 11 years old. Since then, he's been going back and forth from the Northeast to South Florida, spending an average of 200 days a year on the water. In his words, an hour on the water where the fish are is better than a full day anywhere else!
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Beach boat and walk in
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Bowfishing
Handline
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Brand New Garmin
Fishfinder
Brand New Garmin with chirp technology
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Installed when needed
Ice Box
Yeti coolers for drinks and fish two separate
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Live spot cost extra
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Large number catch 3 dollar per fish cleaning
Drinks
Bottled water
First Mate
Gratuity expected 15 to 20 % mate works for tips
Fishing License
How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
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
How you can pay
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Ocean City right now
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Bluefish
Flounder
Redfish
Seabass (Black)
Tautog
Tuna (Bluefin)
Weakfish