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
163
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Patent Pending Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(163 reviews)
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 163 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (119)
Fantastic Experience with Capt John and First Mate Rick
Fun on the Chesapeake
Top notch! Captain and Mate set the the standard
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Angler rating
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Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Jeff H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Capt. John

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 31, 2025
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Matthew H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 25, 2025
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Andrew D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Capt. John

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on November 11, 2024
Andrew D. recommends Patent Pending Charters
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Shirley M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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No doubt you'll catch fish!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 8, 2024
This Captain and First Mate provide a top-quality fishing trip with their extensive expertise on fishing spots and techniques....
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Andrew B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Charter Experience!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 4, 2024
We had a wonderful half-day trip with Capt John, First Mate Ronnie, and Patent Pending Charters. It was our first family charter...
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