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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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(51 reviews)
Angler's choice
Chincoteague
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $250

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 51 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 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
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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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
Overall

Sharks on

VERIFIED   NEW  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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Ken M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
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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Robert D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A Great Time for Everyone.

VERIFIED   NEW  3hr back bay shark Fishing trip(Am) on July 18, 2025
We had a great time with Capt. James. All of us caught at least one shark, some big rays, and plenty of spot. Capt. James was...
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Renae D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

AMAZING TIME

VERIFIED   NEW  3 hr back bay shark trip (midday) on July 26, 2025
Me my wife and friend had an amazing time on this charter!!!!!! We caught so many fish and Captain Cooper was just amazing...
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Colby B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Sharks and rays abound!

VERIFIED   NEW  3hr back bay shark Fishing trip(Am) on July 22, 2025
So much fun. We caught croakers, spots, sharks and rays!ย  The rays and sharks were good fighters and they were so fun to reel...
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