Fishing is his passion, and he truly enjoys his time spent on the water finding fish for his clients. He’s always willing to teach and go the extra mile to make sure that every trip is a memorable one. This area is blessed with one of the best fisheries on the East Coast, with many opportunities throughout the year for Striped Bass, Redfish, Cobia, Bluefish, Spanish Mackerel, and Speckled Trout.

Capt. Chris offers a wide mix of trips designed to get the most out of the famous waters of the Middle Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River. Enjoy a few hours of bottom fishing or trolling, try out several techniques on a 6-hour charter, or spend the whole day live lining for the biggest cow Stripers out there.

Captain John Whitman is a second-generation fisherman with over 45 years of angling and boating experience under his belt, making him your perfect guide to the Bay and its bountiful waters. He was born and raised here, and loves targeting anything from Redfish to Black Drum to Mackerel—but especially Striped Bass!

The “Loosen Up” is a 51’ Weaver fishing boat which was built in 2020. This is an inspected vessel, meaning she can carry large parties of to 47 guests. Her wide beam and open deck allow dozens of anglers to fish at once. She also has an enclosed cabin and private head for extra comfort on longer trips.