Captain
James Cooper

Member since April 2023 Chincoteague, United States
Background
Born and raised on the Eastern Shore, I've spent most of my time fishing on the Atlantic and Chesapeake Bay. At a young age, I fell in love with saltwater fishing and never let go. I started fishing the bay and the tributaries of the Chesapeake, then ended up recreational fishing offshore for 17 years, eventually returning to the bay, where my true passion has lied for the last 24 years. In 2019, I received my captain's license, and now I have chosen to share some of the awesome sunsets and fishing experiences that the Chesapeake Bay has to offer.
Techniques
I really enjoy catching large reds,and stripers from the shallow flats to the deeper channels edges also enjoy throwing lures and top water baits for stripers and speckled trout around islands and marshes that can be quite a thrill

Hey, I'm Captain James Cooper

Chincoteague, United States
Background
Born and raised on the Eastern Shore, I've spent most of my time fishing on the Atlantic and Chesapeake Bay. At a young age, I fell in love with saltwater fishing and never let go. I started fishing the bay and the tributaries of the Chesapeake, then ended up recreational fishing offshore for 17 years, eventually returning to the bay, where my true passion has lied for the last 24 years. In 2019, I received my captain's license, and now I have chosen to share some of the awesome sunsets and fishing experiences that the Chesapeake Bay has to offer.
Techniques
I really enjoy catching large reds,and stripers from the shallow flats to the deeper channels edges also enjoy throwing lures and top water baits for stripers and speckled trout around islands and marshes that can be quite a thrill
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(59 reviews)
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Chincoteague
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Trips from US $250
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
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Crisfield
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Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 65 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Kid friendly and fun guy
Kid friendly and fun guy
Kid friendly and fun guy
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Ken M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Flounder (AM) on June 28, 2025
Shore Chaos Charters was a great close to our vacation.ย  My wife had never been fishing with me and Captain James worked hard...
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Randy W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain James

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Flounder (AM) on August 5, 2025
We booked a 4 hr flounder charter.ย  They werenโ€™t biting but we did get a couple hits.ย  Having two children along, Captain...
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Alan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sharks on

VERIFIED   3hr back bay shark Fishing trip(Am) on July 16, 2025
This was the second charter with Capt. James. Last season we fished for flounder and this time Shark. We had a good time and...
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Brandon B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Family Friendly Trip

VERIFIED   3 hr back bay shark trip (midday) on August 5, 2025
My wife, two young boys, and I joined Captain James for an afternoon shark trip. Not only was he very attentive to our baiting...
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Glenda K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fantastic fishing trip with Capatain James Cooper

VERIFIED   3 hr flounder fishing trip on May 24, 2025
We had an amazing time on our fishing trip with Captain James! His knowledge of the waters, friendly attitude, and professional...
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