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 Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(59 reviews)
Angler's choice
Chincoteague
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Trips from US $250
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(6 reviews)
Angler's choice
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
100%
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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Tina 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
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Stellar Captain!!!

VERIFIED   2hr flounder fishing trip on July 31, 2025
Captain James sets the bar on how to interact with people! He was so friendly, accommodating, and fun!
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Pete U.
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
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Kid friendly and fun guy

VERIFIED   3 hr back bay shark trip (midday) on July 29, 2025
The captain was great with my son and we caught some fish ,what else could you ask for?
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Michael L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Never caught flounder before, but now we have!

VERIFIED   3 hr flounder fishing trip on June 11, 2025
Captain James put us on fish. We learned a lot about fishing for flounder, and about fishing around Chincoteague. It was a...
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Ashley G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fatherโ€™s Day Fishinโ€™

VERIFIED   2hr flounder fishing trip on June 18, 2025
My family enjoyed their first flounder fishing experience today! Thank you Capt James Cooper for your hospitality and helping...
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Sean L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a great time with Captain Jim

VERIFIED   2hr flounder fishing trip on June 17, 2025
Had a great time out with Captain Jim.ย  Fish werenโ€™t biting quite as much as we might have liked, but my son had a great...
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