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Fresh Fishing Reports from Chesapeake Bay

Striped Bass Season Reopens

July 31, 2025

August 1 to November 15, the Striped Bass season is open!! Book your trip now while the bait fish are still here. Fish with light tackle and live bait, the most fun fishing on the Chesapeake Bay!!

Just 2 brother's with a case of the Blue

July 31, 2025

Bluefishing doesn't get any better then this!! Spanish Mackerel are running a little late this year. But should be showing up soon. Its time to book your trip before summer is over!

We bite back! Monster Bullshark Hits the

July 29, 2025

8ft Male Bull shark caught Weighed 195lbs dressed. This guy had a mouth big enough to take your leg off. Using stingray for bait, we set up in one of out favorite locations. It didnt take long we were hooked up. As soon as we moved the drag up to strike and set the hook this fish peel off About 400 yards of line from our penn International 30 visw and we knew we hooked something special We fought this fish for approximately 25 mins at full drag and the shark gave us an opportunity to get the head rope on and end the battle. processed nearly 100lbs of meat from this shark most of which went to local families for free. If you are interested in catching one of these apex predators Book a Trip with ReelBlessed Sportfishing Charters.

New Boat

July 29, 2025

Took the weekend to enjoy the new boat with family and friends. We are currently installing the new electronics package and heyting ready for the reopening of striper season. Book now to get an opportunity at the post break fish!

Lots of blues around breaking on surface fast action on casting or light trolling rods. Usual pass 3-4 rods down at once, one pass had the whole spread come tight (7 rods). Mornings have been awesome afternoon and evenings are great as well.

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What anglers said about fishing in Chesapeake Bay

Definitely try and book with a good charter boat and captain who knows the waters and can make the experience much more enjoyable

5.0 / 5

Definitely try and book with a good charter boat and captain who knows the waters and can make the experience much more enjoyable

Catherine C. Charters

Surf fishing was tougher for sure in July, pier fishing was a little better and the best catches were definitely on the charter boat!

5.0 / 5

Surf fishing was tougher for sure in July, pier fishing was a little better and the best catches were definitely on the charter boat!

Marcia B Sportfishing

It was hotter than Hades while we were out there but we still had a great time! I don’t think there’s really a bad time to go fishing. It’s the whole experience that matters.

5.0 / 5

It was hotter than Hades while we were out there but we still had a great time! I don’t think there’s really a bad time to go fishing. It’s the whole experience that matters.

Misty Blue Charters

Many different fish to catch. Listen to your guide and you just might catch a big one

5.0 / 5

Many different fish to catch. Listen to your guide and you just might catch a big one

Triple OT Charters

Like I said in my review. I was looking for a fun trip for the kids. It was exactly that.

5.0 / 5

Like I said in my review. I was looking for a fun trip for the kids. It was exactly that.

Prowler Fishing Charter

Just bring water and snacks - depending on how long you’re out there for. Everything else is provided.

5.0 / 5

Just bring water and snacks - depending on how long you’re out there for. Everything else is provided.

Vickie Ann Charters

This boat and captain/mate they are the best of the best I highly recommend this trip!!

5.0 / 5

This boat and captain/mate they are the best of the best I highly recommend this trip!!

Catherine C. Charters

The four hour trip was perfect for younger kids. The charters are the only way to go in my opinion. Be sure to check the dates that fish are in season when booking.

5.0 / 5

The four hour trip was perfect for younger kids. The charters are the only way to go in my opinion. Be sure to check the dates that fish are in season when booking.

PrimeTime Charters

Absolutely, Mike explains why the fish do what they do and provides insight on how to catch them.

4.7 / 5

Absolutely, Mike explains why the fish do what they do and provides insight on how to catch them.

Indian Head Charters

Book your fishing experience with Mitzi B Charters, Captain Roger and his crew will work hard to make sure you catch your fish and have a memorable experience.

5.0 / 5

Book your fishing experience with Mitzi B Charters, Captain Roger and his crew will work hard to make sure you catch your fish and have a memorable experience.

Mitzi B Charters LLC

Capt Greg and 1st mate Matt were fantastic! Both were professional but still could carry on a great conversation without talking you to death. The boat was great, we caught a lot of fish and had a great time. Capt Greg and Matt are the A TEAM for sure. We will definitely this A Team on our next fishing charter. A great day and we caught a lot of fish! You can't go wrong with Capt Greg and 1st mate Matt. Jimmy

5.0 / 5

E-FishinSea Sport Fishing Charters LLC

Would have liked to have caught some bigger fish.. Big Blues would have been fun..

5.0 / 5

Would have liked to have caught some bigger fish.. Big Blues would have been fun..

E-FishinSea Sport Fishing Charters LLC

Want some git some, ya hear? Right crew, right boat..blessings in our risen King

5.0 / 5

Want some git some, ya hear? Right crew, right boat..blessings in our risen King

Is That Right Sport Fishing

Pasadena has amazing fishing in July! The bite can be as hot as the weather!

5.0 / 5

Pasadena has amazing fishing in July! The bite can be as hot as the weather!

Stella Charters LLC

This is 80F+ water. You’re going to be bottom fishing with 7-8 rods in 90F heat (July). Captain Owen gets you set up to real in 3-10 lb Catfish from 30-60 feet of water. It’s work but fun!

5.0 / 5

This is 80F+ water. You’re going to be bottom fishing with 7-8 rods in 90F heat (July). Captain Owen gets you set up to real in 3-10 lb Catfish from 30-60 feet of water. It’s work but fun!

Capital Blues Fishing Charters

Go with a captain that knows the best spots and can check in with other boats

5.0 / 5

Go with a captain that knows the best spots and can check in with other boats

Rowe Boat Sportfishing / Captain Lance Rowe

Bring lots of sunscreen, plenty of water, and at least two coolers to put your fillets in.

5.0 / 5

Bring lots of sunscreen, plenty of water, and at least two coolers to put your fillets in.

E-FishinSea Sport Fishing Charters LLC

This was an easy, short trip. It would be good for beginners or those unsure if they would like fishing. Good for experienced fishers looking to take it easy and just catch fish.

5.0 / 5

This was an easy, short trip. It would be good for beginners or those unsure if they would like fishing. Good for experienced fishers looking to take it easy and just catch fish.