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Brian Wlcek
Brian Wlcek
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Concord, CA, US
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Member since 2026
5.0
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The Best First Fishing Experience For My Kids!

Summer Half Day Trip (4 hrs) - 5:00 PM4 adults2 children

I booked this trip as a birthday present for my kids. It was a wonderful experience and my children each got to reel in many fish on their own. We have so many memorable pictures and my kids are already asking to go fishing again. Captain Owen is an amazing captain and host who is great with children and took us to all the great spots. He is very communicative and flexible and knows a ton about not just fishing but also Potomac River and DC history. Highly recommend this company and will return for another trip. 5 Stars!

Reported Catch
Catfish
Catfish
Response from Captain

Thanks Brian, much appreciated! Your kids did great and I'm glad they enjoyed themselves. Looking forward to seeing you guys again!

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  • Jakarra Howard
    Jakarra Howard
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Best Birthday Catch Ever!

    Summer Half Day Trip (4 hrs) - 5:00 PM • 2 adults

    We had an awesome time with Captain Owen! We caught plenty of catfish and had such a fun experience from start to finish. My biggest catch was 17 lbs, and my husband landed a huge 40-lb catfish! He is STILL talking about it and says this was the best birthday. 😂 One of the highlights was when we both hooked catfish at the same time—mine was 17 lbs and his was 18 lbs! Such a cool moment to share together. Captain Owen gave us a fantastic day on the water, and we left with some great memories (and some serious fish stories!). We would absolutely recommend him and would love to go out again!

    Reported Catch
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jakarra, it was a pleasure fishing with you both! Glad you enjoyed your trip and I hope to see you back in the future! All my best, -Owen

  • Matthew Friedman
    Matthew Friedman
    us
    Maryland, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great Morning on the Water

    Summer Half Day Trip (4 hrs) • 3 adults • 2 children

    We had a very pleasant morning out on the boat with Captain Owen. His pontoon set up was comfortable, clean, and made for a smooth, easygoing ride—exactly what we were looking for on a casual Sunday morning. Captain Owen knew all the right spots and put us right on the fish. We ended up catching nearly a dozen, and he even filleted a few nice keepers for us to take home for dinner. A great, relaxed experience from start to finish. We’d happily book another trip with Captain Owen!

    Response from Captain

    thanks Matt, glad you enjoyed it! all my best- Owen

  • Jen Gardner
    Jen Gardner
    us
    Mississippi, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    The perfect father and son fishing trip!

    Summer Half Day Trip (4 hrs) - 5:00 PM • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had such an amazing time with Captain Owen on our father and son fishing trip! It was the boys’ very first fishing trip, and they absolutely loved every minute of it. They felt completely comfortable and had so much fun. They’re still talking about it! Captain Owen was so easy to communicate with, had everything perfectly prepared, and made the whole experience fun and relaxed for everyone. This trip was a birthday gift for my husband, and he enjoyed it just as much as the kids. 😊 We’re so grateful for such a special experience and for the unforgettable memories the boys got to make with their dads. We would absolutely love to go out with Captain Owen again. Thank you so much for making this such a memorable experience for all of us!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jen! Pleasure fishing with you guys and the boys did great!

  • Christopher Shorter
    Christopher Shorter
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect Family Fun Experience

    Reschedule from 29 July. • 3 adults

    We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with Capt. Owen! From the moment we left the dock, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and committed to making sure everyone had a great experience. He knew exactly where to find the fish, shared helpful tips throughout the trip, and made the day enjoyable for both experienced anglers and first-timers alike. His professionalism, patience, and passion for fishing really stood out. We caught plenty of fish, made some great memories, and couldn’t have asked for a better charter. If you’re looking for an outstanding fishing trip, we highly recommend Captain Owen. We’ll definitely be back!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Chris, it was a pleasure fishing with you and your family! Glad you all enjoyed yourselves, it was a blast having you on board and I'm still laughing over the "post-game interviews". Thanks again! -Owen

  • Zach Best
    Zach Best
    us
    Virginia, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    An awesome trip!

    Summer Half Day Trip (4 hrs) - 8:00 AM • 2 adults

    We booked a half day with Captain Owen for my son's 7th birthday, and we had a blast! Before the trip, Owen was great about communicating and coordinating logistics, and promptly and helpfully answered any questions had. On the trip he was skilled, knowledgeable, and happy to share is expertise, and he was great with my son, patiently answering questions, helping him reel and hold the fish, and responding to our son's various suggestions haha. Owen picks the fishing spots, does all the baiting and casting, and then lets everyone else do the reeling when theres a bite. We hauled in 10 catfish in total and took home about 14 fillets, so many that we were able to give some to the in-laws and neighbors. It was an all around great trip and great memories for my son's birthday.

    Reported Catch
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    Glad you all enjoyed your trip, Zach! Thanks for fishing with me. Hope to see you guys in the future!