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.
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Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(53 reviews)
West Ocean City
trips from US $400

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Excellent
4.8 / 5
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trips from US $3,800

Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Florida

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Excellent
4.7 / 5
(20 reviews)
Jupiter
trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 80 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
77%
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Shawn C.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

3 hr night shark fishing

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on July 27, 2021
My dad and I had a great time with Capt. James, he put us on sharks right away and we were able to catch multiple sharks with...
Shawn C. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Palm Beach Gardens, 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 Capt James

Half Day Trip (AM) on January 23, 2021
We had a great trip with Captain James. we caught a bunch of snook on live shrimp, and lures.ย  A few ladyfish and pompano...
FishingBooker Member recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Florida
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Wayne B.
Hagerstown, MD
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 Trip with Capt James

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 29, 2021
Great day, started catching bait fish. Then tried fishing under the 50 bridge, several bites, but no fish. Then into the ocean...
Wayne B. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Matthew A.
Washington, District Of Columbia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Crushed the Tuna and Tilefish.

VERIFIED   Full Day Fishing Trip on August 6, 2022
Awesome Trip. Great Crew. Great Boat. If you are looking a top of the line fishing experience, this is the boat for you.
Matthew A. recommends Sportfishing East Coast
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Bill S.
Pottstown, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Evening Shark Fishing with Captain James

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on July 2, 2021
Great experience with Captain James. My son and I went evening shark fishing for the first time and caught 2 rays and 2 shark....
Bill S. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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