Sporting Wood Charters offers a unique fishing experience out of Deale, Maryland. They are conveniently located in picturesque Deale, just 25 minutes south of Annapolis and a short 45-minute drive from Washington D.C. and Baltimore. Full and half day fishing excursions are available from April through December.
Captain Joe Cox has a superbly maintained, meticulously clean, and safe vessel. It takes up to 30 guests and features safety equipment such as life jackets, flares, and a CPR-trained crew. This 45’ Chesapeake Bay boat was originally built in 1999 and restored in 2016. Powered by a 450 HP Cummins engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots, it is very reliable on the water.
The vessel features a toilet which is a huge plus when you take the whole family out; there are a GPS and a fishfinder that Capt. Joe will use to locate the best fishing spots, a set of outriggers for trolling, an icebox to keep the catch fresh, and a livewell for the live bait.
Depending on the season, Capt. Joe offers a full range of fishing techniques to include trolling, bottom fishing, chumming, and live bait. He and his experienced crew provide full services and assistance including all fishing licenses, top of the line rods and reels by Shimano and Penn, lures, and bait, and fish cleaning is available at the dock.
Fishing in Deale is good for inshore and offshore species with Striped Bass, Redfish, Black Drum, Bluefish, Cobia, Crabs, White Perch, Spanish Mackerel, and Whiting being available. The best time to catch Rockfish is November through December.
Hop aboard and Sporting Wood Charters will provide a day full of fun, excitement, and fishing in Maryland!
Note: the meeting location for the trips between June 1 - August 31 is CSI marina, 7364 Edgewood rd Annapolis md 21403
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (51)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
98%
May 25, 2025
Regular season Half Day Trip (PM)
Took our family fishing to celebrate my husband’s 70th birthday. We had so much fun and caught lots of fish. Captain & mate were so nice and expert at their jobs! We loved it!!
Took our family fishing to celebrate my husband’s 70th birthday. We had so much fun and caught lots of fish. Captain & mate were...
Aug 10, 2025
Regular season Half Day Trip (PM)
May 26, 2025
Regular season Half Day Trip (PM)
We had a great time, everything was perfect the boat, the crew the weather and fish cooperate as well. Highly recommend to all who love outdoor adventures!
We had a great time, everything was perfect the boat, the crew the weather and fish cooperate as well. Highly recommend to all...
May 24, 2025
Regular season Half Day Trip (AM)
Myself and 4 others had a great time on the Sporting Wood. Captain and mate were great hosts and new where to catch fish. Highly recommend!
Myself and 4 others had a great time on the Sporting Wood. Captain and mate were great hosts and new where to catch fish. Highly...
May 19, 2025
Regular season Half Day Trip (PM)
Boat was clean, well maintained and equipped. Capt and mate were friendly, professional, efficient.
Boat was clean, well maintained and equipped. Capt and mate were friendly, professional, efficient.
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (51)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
98%
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Regular season Half Day Trip (PM) on May 25, 2025
Took our family fishing to celebrate my husband’s 70th birthday. We had so much fun and caught lots of fish. Captain & mate were so nice and expert at their jobs! We loved it!!
Took our family fishing to celebrate my husband’s 70th birthday. We had so much fun and caught lots of fish. Captain & mate were so nice and expert at their jobs! We loved it!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
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Regular season Half Day Trip (PM) on August 10, 2025
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Regular season Half Day Trip (PM) on May 26, 2025
We had a great time, everything was perfect the boat, the crew the weather and fish cooperate as well. Highly recommend to all who love outdoor adventures!
We had a great time, everything was perfect the boat, the crew the weather and fish cooperate as well. Highly recommend to all who love outdoor adventures!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Regular season Half Day Trip (AM) on May 24, 2025
Myself and 4 others had a great time on the Sporting Wood. Captain and mate were great hosts and new where to catch fish. Highly recommend!
Myself and 4 others had a great time on the Sporting Wood. Captain and mate were great hosts and new where to catch fish. Highly recommend!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Regular season Half Day Trip (PM) on May 19, 2025
Boat was clean, well maintained and equipped. Capt and mate were friendly, professional, efficient.
Boat was clean, well maintained and equipped. Capt and mate were friendly, professional, efficient.