Captain
Captain Tim Walch

Member since June 2017 Chincoteague, United States
Background
Graduate University of Alaska Kenai River Guide Academy, Graduate ORVIS endorsed Hubbard Guide Academy, certified South Carolina Nature-based tourism operator. Mercury Redbone tournament guide, Rolex I.G.F.A. Inshore Championship guide. Member and guest speaker Trout Unlimited. Guest speaker Miami Rod and Reel Club. Member Chincoteague Island Charterboat Association, Member National Association of Charterboat Operators.
Techniques
I try to share with the angler why fish are where they are and how our approach will motivate the fish to feed. Emphasis is placed on fighting technique with larger fish

Hey, I'm Captain Captain Tim Walch

Chincoteague, United States
Background
Graduate University of Alaska Kenai River Guide Academy, Graduate ORVIS endorsed Hubbard Guide Academy, certified South Carolina Nature-based tourism operator. Mercury Redbone tournament guide, Rolex I.G.F.A. Inshore Championship guide. Member and guest speaker Trout Unlimited. Guest speaker Miami Rod and Reel Club. Member Chincoteague Island Charterboat Association, Member National Association of Charterboat Operators.
Techniques
I try to share with the angler why fish are where they are and how our approach will motivate the fish to feed. Emphasis is placed on fighting technique with larger fish
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My Charter Listing

Captain Tim's Chincoteague Bay Adventures

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(482 reviews)
Angler's choice
Chincoteague
 Last booking: 9 hours ago
Trips from US $209

Fishing Reports

They're Called Summer Flounder For A Rea
They're Called Summer Flounder For A Rea
Jul 10, 2026 Chincoteague
As we move into the dog days of summer, the flounder are staging a return to nearshore waters. Hopefully the moderate temperatures will continue and the bite will carry into August. Elsewhere, the panfish and shark bite continues at the inlet and nearshore ocean. Trout and puppy drum should begin to show in the next few weeks. July is fully booked but there are openings in August. See you on the water, Aloha!
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Tournament Time!
Tournament Time!
Apr 25, 2026 Chincoteague
The annual Captain Steve's Flounder Tournament is off to a fast start. Opening day we put one fish on the board. We continue to look for that exceptional doormat. The current leader at 5 1/2 pounds has set the bar high. Tournament runs through this Sunday, May 4th. If you'd like to get in on the fun and competition I do have a few slots open this week. Hope to see you out there, Aloha!
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Spring Flounder have Sprung!
Spring Flounder have Sprung!
Apr 12, 2026 Chincoteague
Flounder fishing gets an early start as the numbers per trip climb with almost two weeks to go to the big tournament. We will enjoy a few more weeks perhaps of cool mornings and no bugs before the summer rush arrives. See you out there, Aloha!
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March Madness! An Early Start For Flound
March Madness! An Early Start For Flound
Mar 19, 2026 Chincoteague
First flounder caught in Chincoteague (or anywhere really) this year, goes to yours truly. The flounder, a solid 19 incher, was caught March 19th, about 10 days earlier than normal. Although it is still cool and the bite is overall slow, Shadrunner is all spruced up and ready to work. April still has a few open dates but now that fish are showing things will book up fast. We'll be looking for large Black Drum and Stripers out by the surf starting next week. So bundle up and get your spring break on, see you on the water. Aloha!
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Winter Escape!
Winter Escape!
Jan 29, 2026 Chincoteague
As the frigid north winds howl, covering the bay with ice, there is a plan for escape. This year's mission: wading the sand flats of Andros Island for bonefish. We will keep up with reports from the field. Back home, we are looking at almost two months before the flounder begin to show. Just enough time to get Shadrunner ready for another fun and sun filled summer. Hoping to see you out there, Aloha!
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Christmas Wrapping Up The Season!
Christmas Wrapping Up The Season!
Dec 21, 2025 Chincoteague
As hard winter settles around us, the fish have moved south to warmer waters. We are still managing to stay busy on the water (as long as it's free of ice) with clamming and oystering and even a few duck hunts with our friends at Fish Tales. Over the next few weeks any fishing will probably be in Virginia Beach, while we ready the boat for spring flounder. In 2026 we are going to hold the line against price increases, and continue to offer our popular afternoon "Family Fun Fishing" adventures at the lowest price possible. We look forward to seeing all our old friends, and making new ones in 2026. Happy New Year and Aloha!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 482 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (422)
2 Sharks!
2 Sharks!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Nicole A.
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Captain Tim gave us an amazing trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Seafood Feast Adventure A.M. on June 26, 2026
We took a seafood feast trip with Captain Tim and had a FANTASTIC time! We started by checking several crab traps heโ€™d set...
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Craig M.
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Great Trip! Would Book Again.

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Private Fishing on June 20, 2026
Captain Tim knew where all the good fishing spots were and knew when to keep fishing an area or move to another spot. He did...
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Samuel K.
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2 Sharks!

VERIFIED   NEW  Family Fun Fishing P.M. on July 17, 2026
Caltain Tim was awesome! He listened to what we were looking for and he delivered! I wanted to catch sharks and my girlfriend...
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Ernest S.
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Great trip on the bay!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Private Fishing on June 22, 2026
Captain Tim is friendly and very knowledgeable of the bay.ย  He was willing to move to many different spots in the bay to ensure...
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Michael P.
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Best trip ever!!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) โ€“ Shark Hunters on July 16, 2026
Capt Tim was great!!ย  I booked a trip for my grandson, who is on the autistic spectrum, to catch a shark. Capt Tim was exceptional!!...
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