Captain
Donald Johnson

Member since December 2018 Edgewater, United States
Background
"I have been fishing on the Chesapeake Bay since I was 10 years old. I have always enjoyed all that our Bay has to offer and truly enjoy experiencing charters with my customers." Capt. Donald is a lifelong fishing fanatic, and decided to turn his passion into a career when he became a captain in 2003. His favorite part of the job? Being out on the water, introducing guests to these fantastic fishing grounds! As well as running his charter company, he also loves taking part in fishing tournaments for fun.
Techniques
We use a variety of fishing methods. These include trolling, bottom fishing, chumming, live bait, and jigging.

Hey, I'm Captain Donald Johnson

Edgewater, United States
Background
"I have been fishing on the Chesapeake Bay since I was 10 years old. I have always enjoyed all that our Bay has to offer and truly enjoy experiencing charters with my customers." Capt. Donald is a lifelong fishing fanatic, and decided to turn his passion into a career when he became a captain in 2003. His favorite part of the job? Being out on the water, introducing guests to these fantastic fishing grounds! As well as running his charter company, he also loves taking part in fishing tournaments for fun.
Techniques
We use a variety of fishing methods. These include trolling, bottom fishing, chumming, live bait, and jigging.
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(28 reviews)
Edgewater
trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 28 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (6)
Father-Son Trip
Father-Son Trip
Fishing with Donald
+3
Angler rating
21
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
79%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Patrick M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Father-Son Trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Weekday on November 13, 2023
We hit fish right away was an amazing trip. Caught over 20 Stripers in about 3 hours. Captain and First mate were amazing!...
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Mark M.
Darnestown, MD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water with friends!

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Weekend on May 21, 2023
We booked an afternoon excursion with Captain Don, because he was highly recommended, and we had a blast.ย  He and the first...
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Dennis L.
Plandome, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Rockfish and Bluefish

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip- Afternoon departure on August 29, 2023
Great trip for the fam, all kids caught a lot of bait and we were able to get on the rockfish (stripers) and blues all day...
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Matt I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Weekday (10AM) on October 4, 2023
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Stacey M.
Kevil, KY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Weekday (10AM) on July 24, 2023
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