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
(54 reviews)
Ocean City
 Last booking: 2 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $325

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 54 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (107)
Fishing with Douglas
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Fishing with Douglas
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Angler rating
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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
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Adam S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Doug was amazing!

VERIFIED   3 hour trip โ€“ Special on August 13, 2025
We had such a great time. 10/10 would recommend.
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Sheehan M.
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 Trip

VERIFIED   3 hour trip โ€“ Special on August 6, 2025
Awesome trip.ย  We will be back!
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John B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Tripwith Captain Doug

VERIFIED   2 hour trip โ€“ Special on June 18, 2025
Great morning trip with Captain Doug today!
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Sam B.
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   3 hour trip โ€“ Special on July 21, 2025
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Debra R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Douglas

VERIFIED   3 hour trip โ€“ Special on July 9, 2025
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