Captain
James Coane

Member since March 2018 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

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
(56 reviews)
Ocean City
Trips from US $450
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(7 reviews)
Ocean City
Trips from US $3,000
Morehead City
Trips from US $3,000

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (81)
nice rockfish
Phenomenal adventure
Phenomenal adventure
+78
Angler rating
48
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
77%
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Paula O.
Bethesda, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 13, 2020
Half day trip with Capt.James was a great success! Our 4 16 year olds had a blast listening to Captainโ€™s stories and caught...
Paula O. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Michelle L.
Utica, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Evening shark trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on July 14, 2021
We had a great time with captain James. Caught many different sharks throughout the trip. Lots of fun!!!
Michelle L. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Andrew J.
Annapolis, MD
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Night shark fishing

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Evening Shark Trip on July 29, 2020
Had a great trip with the family and Captain James out for a evening/night of shark fishing. He was professional and prompt,...
Andrew J. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Lenny J.
Charlotte, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Morning Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 9, 2019
We had a great experience. Captain James was great! Unfortunately the fish werenโ€™t all that hungry, but it wasnโ€™t due to...
Lenny J. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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Wei S.
Oakton, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 6, 2021
Wei S. recommends Sportfishing East Coast โ€“ Maryland
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