Captain
Douglas Ely

Member since March 2022 Ocean City, United States
Background
As a teenager, I began working on the fuel dock and then started working at a fishing boat and speedboat rental agency. Eventually I became a biologist and worked for the state wildlife agency. After five years I became a conservation officer and retired from that career. Upon my retirement I obtained my merchant mariners captains license and I’m currently running charters for fishing and sightseeing.
Techniques
We will fish wrecks and reef structures for flounder and other bottom fish. Bluefishing is also possible. In the beginning and end of the summer season, the striper run is very exciting in both the back Bay’s and rivers as well as inshore and near shore.

Hey, I'm Captain Douglas Ely

Ocean City, United States
Background
As a teenager, I began working on the fuel dock and then started working at a fishing boat and speedboat rental agency. Eventually I became a biologist and worked for the state wildlife agency. After five years I became a conservation officer and retired from that career. Upon my retirement I obtained my merchant mariners captains license and I’m currently running charters for fishing and sightseeing.
Techniques
We will fish wrecks and reef structures for flounder and other bottom fish. Bluefishing is also possible. In the beginning and end of the summer season, the striper run is very exciting in both the back Bay’s and rivers as well as inshore and near shore.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(45 reviews)
Ocean City
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $325

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 45 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Captain Doug is the BEST!
Captain Doug is the BEST!
Captain Doug was great! Would highly recommend a trip with him! We caught fish and enjoyed his boat. Very personable and friendly. Would love to do this again!
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Kim W.
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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Amazing fishing experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Reef on August 5, 2024
Capt. Doug was an amazing fishing host.ย  He was great with our son and extremely knowledgeable about the local fish.ย  He...
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Debra R.
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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Fishing with Douglas

VERIFIED   NEW  3 hour trip โ€“ Special on July 9, 2025
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Tom S.
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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Great Time and Great fishing

VERIFIED   2 hour trip โ€“ Special on May 25, 2025
Captain Doug is great, he is a great guy to spend a few hours with, and a great guide to help catch some fisher.
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Deanne 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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Beautiful day on the bay.

VERIFIED   Half Day Morning Trip on August 20, 2024
It was wonderful to be fishing with a pro. My grandson, his friend, and myself not only caught fish (which we made into fish...
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T.J. L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Total professional

VERIFIED   Half Day Morning Trip on July 31, 2024
From the pre-trip communication to the easy pickup to the friendly demeanor of the captain, the entire process was smooth and...
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