Captain
Capt. John Whitman

Member since August 2018 Tracys Landing, United States
Background
Captain John is a second-generation fisherman who served in United States Coast Guard. He grew up in the bay, so being a fisherman is something that came naturally to him! He has fished in this area all of his life, and loves targeting anything from Rockfish to Red Drum to Mackerel, but especially Striped Bass. He spent some time as a businessman working in the catering industry, and now that he's retired he loved nothing more than spending his time fishing and introducing new and experienced anglers alike to these waters.
Techniques
Light tackle, Live lining, and trolling

Hey, I'm Captain Capt. John Whitman

Tracys Landing, United States
Background
Captain John is a second-generation fisherman who served in United States Coast Guard. He grew up in the bay, so being a fisherman is something that came naturally to him! He has fished in this area all of his life, and loves targeting anything from Rockfish to Red Drum to Mackerel, but especially Striped Bass. He spent some time as a businessman working in the catering industry, and now that he's retired he loved nothing more than spending his time fishing and introducing new and experienced anglers alike to these waters.
Techniques
Light tackle, Live lining, and trolling
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(162 reviews)
Angler's choice
Tracys Landing
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Trips from US $795

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 162 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (118)
Fun on the Chesapeake
Top notch! Captain and Mate set the the standard
Good times had by all!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Rich B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A Perfect Day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on May 17, 2025
Capt. John and First Mate Ronnie gave us the best day of fishing!ย  Capt. John knew exactly where the hot spot would be, and...
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Cierra L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing - 10/10

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 25, 2025
I didnโ€™t attend the boat outing myself, but my boyfriend and his family had an absolutely amazing time celebrating his 30th...
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Adrienne K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun on the Chesapeake

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on October 19, 2025
Capt John and first mate Phil went out of their way to make our fishing trip a good experience. We were a little bummed we...
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Peter H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Top notch! Captain and Mate set the the standard

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on October 9, 2025
Not much more you can ask for - beautiful, well equipped and maintained boat. Captain John and his Mate know what they are...
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Ann M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 13, 2025
I had my son and grandsons with me. The crew was amazing teaching and friendly. The trip was awesome we experienced different...
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