Rookie Mistakes Fishing Charters
Light Tackle Fishing
Trips We Offer
Cobia Charters
Private Cobia casting and jigging trips
Dial In Your Boat
Dial In Your Boat sessions are custom-tailored for your needs on your boat
Welcome to Rookie Mistakes Fishing Charters
Your Premier Light Tackle Fishing Experience on the Chesapeake Bay
Home-based on beautiful Kent Island, Maryland, Rookie Mistakes Fishing Charters serves both the Western and Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. Just a short drive from Annapolis, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., we offer easy access to some of the best fishing waters on the Chesapeake Bay.
Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned angler, our mission is simple: put you on the fish and deliver an unforgettable day on the water.
Light tackle fishing is an adrenaline-pumping, hands-on experience—ideal for anglers of all skill levels. We offer Half-Day and Full-Day Trips, with last-minute Walk-On Availability trips based on scheduled openings.
Chesapeake Bay Focused Trips
Target Species Include:
Bluefin Tuna Coastal Trips
Looking for an epic offshore adventure? Book our seasonal Bluefin Tuna Nearshore Charter for a chance to land one of the ocean’s most powerful game fish.
We Offer More Than Just Fishing…
“Dial In Your Boat” Service
New boat owner? Dial in Your Boat Service with Captain Brice will help you get fully dialed in—teaching you how to master your boat, electronics, and gear. We’ll also help you choose the best tackle setup for your boat and target species.
Recreational Crabbing
Want to host your own Chesapeake Bay crab feast? Join us for a hands-on Recreational Crabbing Experience—fun for the whole family. Sure, you could go to a restaurant, or just go buy the crabs, but imagine the bragging rights and experience of catching them yourself!
Sightseeing & Specialty Cruises
Not into fishing? No problem. Enjoy the Bay in other ways:
- Chesapeake Bay Lighthouse Cruises
- Sightseeing Tours
- Sunset & Dinner Cruises
- “Explore the Bay” Nature Cruises
Family & Kids Welcome
Looking for an Educational Experience for your children or grandkids? Captain Brice is your guide! Patient, hands-on, expert guidance for fostering a lifetime passion for fishing, including fishing methods, tackle, and gear training. Captain Brice has a BS degree in Aquaculture Fisheries and can teach about the unique aspects of the Chesapeake Bay, its aquaculture and fishery regulations, laws, and future of the industry.
Looking for a fun and educational day for your kids or grandkids? Captain Brice is the perfect guide—patient, knowledgeable, hands-on, and great with young anglers. Learn fishing fundamentals, tackle tips, and Chesapeake Bay ecology in an interactive, hands-on environment. Captain Brice holds a B.S. in Aquaculture & Fisheries and offers insight into the Bay’s rich marine ecosystem, fisheries laws, and conservation efforts—perfect for curious minds
Book Your Adventure Today
Whether you’re looking for big catches, light tackle experience, beautiful sunsets, or a family-friendly experience on the water, Rookie Mistakes Fishing Charters delivers it all.
Custom trips are available—just ask!
Captain Brice O'Malley
Fish With Me
On our charters, you can expect to cover ground, looking for the best bite. Captain Brice uses multiple techniques when targeting different species. We can be run-and-gun fishing, which is fast-paced and keeps you on your toes, ready to cast at any moment. This is often used when we target Pelagius, such as bluefin tuna.
In the Chesapeake Bay and nearshore waters, we utilize the trolling motor to spot lock and work shallow water areas such as banks, rock piles, and ledges. We also drift fish and, more importantly, find birds! We do not troll, chunk, or live bait fish. We recognize that at certain parts of the year, those methods work better than artificial bait fishing, but we try our best to find bites that do not require it.
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