Captain
James Coane

Member since March 2018 West Ocean City, United States
Background
Captain James Coane has over 3 decades of tournament, charter, and commercial fishing experience. He’s fished all over the world, including the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Mexico, the Caribbean, Bahamas, and the entire east coast of the US. He’s competed in over 100 fishing international tournaments and has placed first in several local competitions, including the WMO Tournament for Blue Marlin in Ocean City, MD. Capt. James decided to start his own charter service back in 2013 in order to share his passion with others. He gives his 100% every day, incorporating his breadth of knowledge and experience that he’s accumulated over the decades. The thing that sets Capt. James apart is his passion for passing on his wealth of fishing knowledge. Even if you are an experienced angler Capt James will be more than happy to teach you some of the tricks of the trade. He invites you on an exclusive adventure to catch lots of fish and create lasting memories with Sport Fishing East Coast
Techniques
Trolling, chunking, live bait fishing, kite fishing, and bottom fishing.

Hey, I'm Captain James Coane

West Ocean City, United States
Background
Captain James Coane has over 3 decades of tournament, charter, and commercial fishing experience. He’s fished all over the world, including the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Mexico, the Caribbean, Bahamas, and the entire east coast of the US. He’s competed in over 100 fishing international tournaments and has placed first in several local competitions, including the WMO Tournament for Blue Marlin in Ocean City, MD. Capt. James decided to start his own charter service back in 2013 in order to share his passion with others. He gives his 100% every day, incorporating his breadth of knowledge and experience that he’s accumulated over the decades. The thing that sets Capt. James apart is his passion for passing on his wealth of fishing knowledge. Even if you are an experienced angler Capt James will be more than happy to teach you some of the tricks of the trade. He invites you on an exclusive adventure to catch lots of fish and create lasting memories with Sport Fishing East Coast
Techniques
Trolling, chunking, live bait fishing, kite fishing, and bottom fishing.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(53 reviews)
West Ocean City
trips from US $400
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(7 reviews)
Ocean City
trips from US $3,800
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(21 reviews)
Jupiter
trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 81 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (96)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
77%
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Aaron M.
Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half a day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 8, 2023
We had a blast! We got to see a 16โ€™ hammer head, caught a 12-14โ€™ Bull shark, 5 Mai Mai, snappers, and many more! We recommend...
Aaron M. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Florida
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James G.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Shark fishing

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on July 20, 2022
We had a great time. We caught a couple thresher sharks,a few sting rays and a big sand tiger shark. Thank you captain James...
James G. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Todd M.
Meyersdale, Pennsylvania
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Whole day trip Capt James/Charlie

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Trip on July 26, 2021
This was our first fishing trip. Caught a 235 lb Bigeye Tuna. They were very good at instructing us on what to do. The sea...
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Zach R.
Lake Worth, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day with james

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 24, 2023
Loved it! High recommend James. Felt very at ease for first trip. He is very chill but knows his stuff. Went the extra mile...
Zach R. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Florida
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David V.
Hereford, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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AM Inshore Fishing with Captain Jim - A great time!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 26, 2022
If youโ€™re looking for a fun time to catch some fish while on vacation in OC, MD this is it.ย  Captain Jim took us to some...
David V. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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