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Chesapeake Bay Wedding Fishing Trips & Tours

Fishing Trips and Chesapeake Tours For Your Wedding Weekend

Whether you're looking for an epic fishing experience or want a tour of the bay, we've got the perfect captains and boats for the job.

Ditch the stuffy conference room and trade suits for sunscreen! A Chesapeake Bay fishing retreat is your chance to turn coworkers into shipmates. Forget water coolers, this retreat is all about sharing laughs (and maybe a few sea shanties) as you conquer the mighty Chesapeake Bay together. It's a guaranteed recipe for stronger bonds, a boatload of memories, and maybe even a fishy tale or two to tell back at the office!

  • Groups up to 12 people
  • The Highest Quality Boats and Equipment
  • Expert USCG Certified Captains
  • Licensed, Insured, and Liability Coverage

Plan Your Wedding Trip or Tour

    Fishing Trips

    We offer several types of fishing trips to entertain your guests and wedding party—working around your wedding schedule.

    Boat Tours

    Take the boats for a tour around downtown Annapolis or Historic St. Michaels. Bring a photographer to capture the memories.

    Arrivals & Send-Offs

    Show up to your wedding on the boat in style or have a send off you'll never forget–looking back at your wedding guests with fireworks overhead.

    Food Packages

    We coordinate charcuterie boards, snacks, and food options—waiting for you on the boat at the Herrington dock.

    Drink Packages

    When we talk about your trip and your group, we'll dial in the perfect list of beverages for your day on the water with us. 

    Located Right At Herrington

    Our boats are located on-site at the Herrington Harbour Marina, a short walk from your wedding weekend festivities.

    We've Got You Covered

    We Work Side-By-Side With Your Wedding Planner

    The Herrington Harbor Inn & Marina is an incredible location to host your wedding. We grew up on the Chesapeake and love showing their wedding guests a side of the bay they've never experienced. 

    Take Your Wedding Party Or Guests Fishing

    We offer several types of fishing trips, varying by season, unlike any other on the Chesapeake Bay. Whether it's massive schools of bull redfish or battling with big striped bass, our light-tackle tactics provide a fun and action-packed fishing experience. We accommodate groups of up to 12 and are family-friendly.

    Take A Tour Of The Bay

    Bring the wedding party on our boats for a scenic tour of the Chesapeake Bay. We'll coordinate champagne, beverages, and snacks with the Herrington. Take a trip by water to downtown Annapolis or tour historic St. Michaels for shopping, dining, and more. We can also accommodate a photographer to capture these special moments in these scenic locations.

    The Perfect Arrival Or Send-Off

    Arrive at your wedding in style via one of our boats, dropping you off at your wedding at the Herrington. After your wedding, expect a memorable send-off as you set out with us from the Herrington. If you're doing fireworks, enjoy the show from the water, looking back over your wedding. We'll coordinate the perfect pickup and drop-off locations.

    Our Target Species

    Striped Bass »

    As the state fish of Maryland, we strongly believe the Chesapeake Bay is the best place in the country to target these prized sportfish. Known for their aggressive strikes and strong fights, rockfish can grow well over 40 inches, providing a thrilling challenge. 

    Redfish »

    The Redfish, or Red Drum as it is called in the Chesapeake Bay, is a popular sportfish that visits our waters from spring through fall. Primarily eating smaller baitfish, crabs, or shrimp, these powerful sportfish are known to school up and can hunt in large packs both inshore and offshore.

    Cobia »

    Cobia are some of the most prized fish in the ocean to eat, and we are blessed that many migrate into the our waters in the late spring through fall! These fish will commonly float near the surface in groups with the giant redfish schools, making for very exciting sightfishing opportunities.

    Bluefish »

    Bluefish are present in the Chesapeake Bay spring through fall, and are a typical bycatch when fishing for Striped Bass. The bluefish in our waters can grow quite large and put up a great fight, they typically congregate in big schools in open water and are very aggressive.

    Speckled Trout »

    Spotted Seatrout are another migratory sportfish that live in our waters from spring through fall. These seatrout are another very popular fish to eat, and they are very plentiful in our waters! They typically hunt in shallow, sandy waters feeding near grass beds or hard structures.

    Spanish Mackerel »

    Spanish Mackerel migrate from Florida into our waters around May to feed in the Chesapeake Bay. Spanish Mackerel are known for being excellent table fare, their firm and oil-rich flesh make them particularly great eaten raw as sashimi.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Have Questions About Wedding Trips or Tours?

    It's our mission to ensure that every aspect of your trip with us is an unforgettable experience during your already memorable weekend. If you have a question about a fishing trip or tour, please do not hesitate to contact us. We pride ourselves in flexibility in working with wedding guests of the Herrington Harbor Inn.

    Or Call

    (443) 624-0088

    We provide an unforgettable fishing experience in the Chesapeake Bay. You’re going out on an adventure to remember with our top-of-the-line equipment and insatiable drive to delight our guests. We’re ‘dialed in’ to all the best bites throughout the year on our home waters, and have the setup to get you there fast and comfortably.

    Our charters come with a fishing license for all guests, all gear necessary, water and ice in a cooler, a first mate (when necessary), and optional fish cleaning services.

    Our trips vary in cost, but they all have a guarantee that we go the extra mile that separates us from the competition. If there’s a bite 20 miles away, we don’t blink, we haul ass over there. There are no limits and that’s how we set up our trips. We fish every day like it’s a 200k tournament day. We run until we’re out of fuel.

    We have a unique combination of knowledge, high-end equipment, and a thirst for adventure. When folks come out with us, they know they’re getting an experience no one else can provide in our home waters of the Chesapeake Bay.

    We tell people all the time that when it comes to our fishery, you could fish with us once every two weeks for an entire year, and every trip will be different. It’s always changing, even day to day.

    We offer 4, 6, and 8-hour trips. We typically like to launch in the mornings at 6am but can happily accommodate later morning or afternoon start times. 

    There is room for up to 6 people in our SeaHunters with seating for everyone. These are the roomiest 28’ boats you’ll ever see with 360-degree fishability. They’re the perfect combo of fishability and comfort with no steps and an open, flat, non-slip deck. Nothing to trip on! The bolsters/rail height is set perfectly at your knees with padding 360 degrees to comfortably fish anywhere on the boat. Something you’ll appreciate when a 40-50 pound bull redfish is giving you its best!

    Please refer to our Chesapeake Bay Fishing Packing Lists to see what to bring by season.

    We have two meeting locations depending on the time of year. One is Angler’s Bar & Grille at the historic Solomons Island, Maryland. The other is our home marina of Harrington Harbor South in Rosehaven, Maryland. Voted the best marina/resort on the bay! You’ll see our beautiful SeaHunters lit up and ready for your day of fishing.

    No, we pay for a license that covers everyone on the boat.

    When the fish is in season and legal size, yes. We strongly encourage Catch and Release on our trips but keeping legal fish for the dinner plate is 100% up to you.

    We clean the fish for you, this is included in your trip.

    We are working on offering ikejime, a highly specialized Japanese technique to dispatch your catch that results in top sushi-grade meat. We offer an upsell to package our fish in the same way that Japanese Sushi chefs package their fish for shipping overseas.

    Gray Taxidermy is our choice. They’re one of the most experienced in the industry and always do fantastic work.

    The Captain has the final call on the weather. If conditions are less than ideal for the scheduled trip we will first offer a different location or style of trip. If the weather forces us to cancel you will be given the chance to reschedule your trip or receive a refund on your deposit.

    We’re very flexible as long as it's done within reason and covered by our policy. Rescheduling is subject to availability and may not be accommodated.

    We understand life happens so we will do our best to work with changes in your schedule. All bookings require a 33% deposit to secure the date, this is non-refundable within 30 days of the booking date. Requests to change a trip date are subject to availability and scheduling and may not always be accommodated. Any cancellations by the customer within 14 days of the booking date will result in a charge of the full balance of the trip.

    Tips are not mandatory but they are greatly appreciated. If a Mate is provided please remember that the Mate works for Tips Only. The customary gratuity for Captains & Mates is 15%-20% of the trip rate.

    A mate will be provided when necessary. Mates work for tips only.

    Limits do not mean our work is done and your trip is over. We will provide you with your full-time on the water.

    Equipment lost or neglectfully broken will be charged at replacement value.

    Our Story

    We love fishing the Chesapeake Bay and sharing our passion with you

    Fishing the Chesapeake has always been a passion of ours. For years, we've put in time patterning these fish and dialing in our light tackle tactics. Wake up, fish, work, fish, go to sleep, and repeat. That was our routine until two years ago, we decided to take the leap and start our own guide business. Now we are living the dream, showing folks like yourself the incredible fishing the Chesapeake Bay has to offer.

    Real Reviews From Real Clients

    Client Testimonials

    From Bull Redfish to Stripers and everything in between, we've had the pleasure of showing some incredible folks how we fish the Chesapeake Bay.

    Ian Holmes

    The knowledge these two have of this fishery, paralleled with unbeatable gear, top-of-the-line electronics, and unmatched teaching ability for light tackle anglers is why we come back for more and more every time. Couldn’t recommend a better experience for light tackle anglers of all levels.

    Ian Holmes

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    Zachary Bradley

    I can say without a doubt they are some of the most knowledgeable and, more importantly, personable guides out there. Anyone who steps on board will feel more like a friend than a client. The boats, electronics, rods, and tackle are truly the best of the best and will have you Dialed In every time.

    Zachary Bradley

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    Adam Krauss

    Captain Steve is the man. Him, Drew and everyone else on board will make you feel right at home. Whether you are an experienced angler or beginner he's got you covered. Putting your skills to the test catching quality fish on light tackle.

    Adam Krauss

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    Kayla Norfolk

    When we booked I said I wanted to catch a big fish and he sure delivered! Most of us had never fished before and Steve made sure we felt comfortable from the first cast while also teaching us about various species and migration patterns.

    Kayla Norfolk

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    Nicholas Edwards

    Highly recommend chartering with Capt Steve. He is a great laid back captain and gets you on the fish. Fishing with light tackle makes for a much better experience not just reeling in a 5 gallon bucket. Thanks Capt Steve for putting me on my biggest light tackle rockfish

    Nicholas Edwards

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    Cindy T

    Went on a Sunday morning rock fishing trip with Griffins Tour Guide & had a great time! Steve is very knowledgeable and helped even a beginner like myself reel in a 24-inch rockfish. His rods & lures are top-notch & were easy to cast and reel in.

    Cindy Tefel

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    Zachary Bradley

    I can say without a doubt they are some of the most knowledgeable and, more importantly, personable guides out there. Anyone who steps on board will feel more like a friend than a client. The boats, electronics, rods, and tackle are truly the best of the best and will have you Dialed In every time.

    Zachary Bradley

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    Kayla Norfolk

    When we booked I said I wanted to catch a big fish and he sure delivered! Most of us had never fished before and Steve made sure we felt comfortable from the first cast while also teaching us about various species and migration patterns.

    Kayla Norfolk

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    Nicholas Edwards

    Highly recommend chartering with Capt Steve. He is a great laid back captain and gets you on the fish. Fishing with light tackle makes for a much better experience not just reeling in a 5 gallon bucket. Thanks Capt Steve for putting me on my biggest light tackle rockfish

    Nicholas Edwards

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    Cindy T

    Went on a Sunday morning rock fishing trip with Griffins Tour Guide & had a great time! Steve is very knowledgeable and helped even a beginner like myself reel in a 24-inch rockfish. His rods & lures are top-notch & were easy to cast and reel in.

    Cindy Tefel

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