SOLOMONS FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Walk-On Charter: Six Hours of Solomons Gamefishing Without the Hassle
A 6-hour open-boat fishing seat in Solomons run by LJK Outdoors — this guide explains what to expect, what’s provided, and the rules that govern the trip.
Walk-On Charter: Six Hours of Solomons Gamefishing Without the Hassle.
In Solomons, LJK Outdoors runs a 6-hour open-boat fishing option that lets individuals buy single seats rather than booking a full private charter; the boat is capped at ten fishermen, bait and tackle are provided, and at the end of the trip all legally kept fish are filleted and divided equally among participants.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Buy a Seat, Join the Crew
The Walk On Charter is built for anglers who can’t gather a private group — individual tickets are sold for a shared, dock-to-dock, six-hour outing with a ten-person cap so you fish alongside other anglers without the logistics of organizing a private trip.
Seasonal Gamefish: Species Change with the Calendar
On Walk On Charters the crew targets whatever gamefish are around at the time of year; typical seasonal targets include blue catfish in spring, rockfish in late spring and fall, Spanish mackerel and bluefish in summer, and cobia or red drum when they’re present.
All Catch Is Filleted and Shared
To simplify processing and ensure everyone leaves with meat, the crew keeps legally sized fish in an onboard cooler, fillets the entire catch, and divides the fillets equally among all participants at trip’s end.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like On Deck
Expect a communal, seat-by-seat fishing day: you’ll arrive at the marina, board a shared boat with up to nine other anglers for a six-hour trip, fish local waters for the day’s game species, and finish by watching the crew fillet and divide the catch so everyone takes home an even share.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should choose a private charter instead.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a six-hour, dock-to-dock trip — plan your travel and logistics around a full half-day outing.
Bait, rods, tackle, an onboard fish cooler and fish filleting are included in the price; the crew handles all gear and processing so you can fish without bringing heavy equipment.
Arrive at Beacon Marina-Dock 'A' (255 Lore Road, Solomons) at least 30 minutes before departure; the operator notes the boat is located at Goose Bay Marina and provides maps and directions on their contact page.
A 20% tip for the mate is the operator’s standard and not included in the ticket price; the trip requires a minimum of six people to sail and will be cancelled with options to reschedule, receive a gift card, or obtain a refund if the minimum isn’t met.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can I keep the fish I catch?
All legally sized fish are kept in the onboard fish cooler, filleted at the end of the trip, and the fillets are divided equally among all participants.
Can I have my fish cleaned a different way than being filleted?
No — the crew fillets all fish so the catch can be divided equally; if you want your fish handled differently you should book a private charter.
How much should I tip the mate?
A 20% gratuity is the operator’s standard (the FAQ notes $34 per person as an example); the mate relies on tips and non-tippers may be blacklisted from future bookings.
Can I smoke on the boat?
You may smoke tobacco products out back on the deck of the boat.
Can I smoke marijuana on board?
No — while Maryland law may permit marijuana, once you leave the dock and enter navigable waters federal jurisdiction applies and marijuana is illegal; the operator enforces this rule.
How many fish can I keep?
Limits depend on species; follow Maryland creel limits for the species targeted on the date of your trip.
What happens if the trip does not reach the minimum number of people?
If the operator does not reach six people signed up the trip will be cancelled in advance and you will be offered rescheduling, a gift card, or a refund.