About
Rock On Charter Fishing is a family business that takes pride in what we do. We fish all over the Middle and Lower Bay and have a network of captains, so they constantly stay on the fish. Come experience what the world-famous Chesapeake Bay has to offer. Rex,his Family and our captains have fished the Chesapeake Bay area for the majority of the anglers’ lives and have a combined experience of over 50 years. Bring your kids and learn to fish with Rock On!
The ROCF team, Capt. Scott Barmby, Capt. Giovanni Gargano, Rex Barmby and our newest member Capt. Andrew Higgs are committed to providing you with an unforgettable fishing experience whether you want to hunt open water for Striped Bass (AKA Rockfish), Perch, and Bluefish, disappear in the shallows to cast a fly at Bull Redfish or Cobia, sight fish the Eastern Shore’s islands for a mixed bag, or build your own custom trip. Our crew has the perfect combination of knowledge, experience, and expertise to put you on the fish!
During the Chesapeake Bay fishing charters season, anglers are able to chase various species of fish the Bay has to offer to utilize light tackle, fly, and live bait techniques. On each of its adventures, the crew tailors the perfect fishing experience based on its guests’ skill sets and objectives with respect to the species targeted. Come and learn about some of the crew’s exciting fishing adventures in the Chesapeake Bay’s Middle and Lower Bay.
Take off in one of our state-of-the-art fishing machines. First is our 27’ Pathfinder that can safely take up to 6 guests, including accommodating those using wheelchairs. The boat has all the latest Garmin and Humminbird radar and electronics. Also has a toilet, in case mother nature calls. Second is our tower boat a 24’ Pair Custom. This is the boat we use for our Cobia and Redfish trips. It has a tower so the Capt. is up high and can spot fish and get you on them fast. It is also completely equipped with the best and latest Hummingbird electronics and radar. Side scan, chirp, live scan and 360. Plus, night vision. It is the real deal for finding, catching and LANDING big fish in the bay and Atlantic Ocean.
Our third boat is one fly-fishing anglers will love. Our Hewes 21 Redfisher . It will go extremely shallow for fishing the islands. But can handle big water for days when there are birds and breaking fish all over the big water.
The crew will take care of everything you need for a wonderful day on the water
We take special joy in ensuring an amazing trip for anglers of all skill levels. If you’re looking for an upbeat captain to provide you and your family with the trip of a lifetime, look no further!
Trips
Family Trips: Take a Kid Fishing
Trip details
As parents themselves Rex & Laura (now a grandparent) take special joy in ensuring an amazing trip for anglers of all skill levels and ages. They love teaching about the ecology and economy of Chesapeake Bay as much as they love fishing. If you’re looking for an upbeat pair to provide you and your family with the trip of a lifetime, look no further!
NOTE: This trip is for families with children only and all kids under 13 are required to wear a life vest while the boat is underway - it’s the law.
NOTE: This trip is for families with children only and all kids under 13 are required to wear a life vest while the boat is underway - it’s the law.
What's included
- State of the art fishing boats.
- All safety equipment.
- Fishing License for all guests.
- Top of the line rods and reels.
- The Bays best Lures or flies
- All bait if bait fishing
- Water, Gatorade and Ice.
- USCG licensed captain
- MD licensed fishing guide and mate if needed.
- All safety equipment.
- Fishing License for all guests.
- Top of the line rods and reels.
- The Bays best Lures or flies
- All bait if bait fishing
- Water, Gatorade and Ice.
- USCG licensed captain
- MD licensed fishing guide and mate if needed.
What to bring
- Any Food or drinks you may want (we have water and Gatorade for you)
- Sunscreen (No Spray on the boat please!!!)
- UPF 50 long sleeve shirt or similar.
- A hat
- Sunglasses (Smith polarized sunglasses will allow you to see fish)
- We have Smith Sunglasses for you if needed.
- Non marking shoes (no black soles please)
- Rain Gear
- Appropriate clothing for the weather (best to dress in layers)
- Please no GLASS bottles. Also, large coolers to take fish home can stay in your vehicle. We have a cooler on the boat for any drinks or snacks you wish to bring. A small soft sided cooler is great.
- The First Mate (will have one on some trips) and the captain work hard to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 15-20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
- Sunscreen (No Spray on the boat please!!!)
- UPF 50 long sleeve shirt or similar.
- A hat
- Sunglasses (Smith polarized sunglasses will allow you to see fish)
- We have Smith Sunglasses for you if needed.
- Non marking shoes (no black soles please)
- Rain Gear
- Appropriate clothing for the weather (best to dress in layers)
- Please no GLASS bottles. Also, large coolers to take fish home can stay in your vehicle. We have a cooler on the boat for any drinks or snacks you wish to bring. A small soft sided cooler is great.
- The First Mate (will have one on some trips) and the captain work hard to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 15-20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
Seasonality
May-Dec
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Build Your Own Trip
Want to fish for specific fish?
Don't want to fish the whole time?
Want to explore Maryland by boat?
We offer all of that. From dolphin to sunset cruises, to eco tours, to just going island hopping and swimming or having a picnic on the boat. YOU pick what we are going to do and we provide the boat, safety, and expertise.
Don't want to fish the whole time?
Want to explore Maryland by boat?
We offer all of that. From dolphin to sunset cruises, to eco tours, to just going island hopping and swimming or having a picnic on the boat. YOU pick what we are going to do and we provide the boat, safety, and expertise.
Seasonality
All Year
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Spring/Fall Striped Bass
For these trips we will usually cover some water and fish where the BIG fish are in the middle bay. It’s a great opportunity to see what’s been hiding in your backyard!
Using slightly different techniques than most, we put high numbers of quality fish, sometimes as big as 40″+, in the boat daily!
Top water, fly fishing, jigging or any combination can make for a fun and exciting day.
Using slightly different techniques than most, we put high numbers of quality fish, sometimes as big as 40″+, in the boat daily!
Top water, fly fishing, jigging or any combination can make for a fun and exciting day.
Seasonality
Mar-May
Sep-Nov
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Trophy Winter Striped Bass
Every year the middle Chesapeake Bay comes alive with TROPHY striped bass from mid-December through March. Then they are GONE and migrate north for the summer.
You want your personal best striper over 40” …Maybe a 50” fish? Jump on the boat because this is the time to make it happen.
This is a 4–8-hour trip depending on WEATHER, tides, fishing locations, time of day and currents.
For these trips we will fish from Chesapeake Beach to Point Lookout. It’s a great opportunity to see what’s been hiding in your backyard all winter.
Using slightly different techniques than most, we will be catching big striped bass .
Top water, fly fishing, jigging or any combination can make for a fun and exciting day.
Again, this is a 4–8-hour trip depending on tides, fishing locations, time of day, currents and most of all weather.
This is a 100% catch and release trophy charter.
You want your personal best striper over 40” …Maybe a 50” fish? Jump on the boat because this is the time to make it happen.
This is a 4–8-hour trip depending on WEATHER, tides, fishing locations, time of day and currents.
For these trips we will fish from Chesapeake Beach to Point Lookout. It’s a great opportunity to see what’s been hiding in your backyard all winter.
Using slightly different techniques than most, we will be catching big striped bass .
Top water, fly fishing, jigging or any combination can make for a fun and exciting day.
Again, this is a 4–8-hour trip depending on tides, fishing locations, time of day, currents and most of all weather.
This is a 100% catch and release trophy charter.
Seasonality
Jan-Feb
Nov-Dec
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Summer Cobia and Bull Redfish
Conditions are very sensitive, but when the stars come together Maryland/Virginia is home to some of the best COBIA, REDFISH fishing on the planet!
We live for this time of the year! Here’s a summary of a typical day: get on the boat at first light, run down the bay at blistering speed until we are in the area, you'll get on the front casting deck waiting for us to call out a fish, you cast, work the lure, then BAM! Fish on with Rock On!
That’s what we call sight fishing for giant Cobia, and Redfish!
We live for this time of the year! Here’s a summary of a typical day: get on the boat at first light, run down the bay at blistering speed until we are in the area, you'll get on the front casting deck waiting for us to call out a fish, you cast, work the lure, then BAM! Fish on with Rock On!
That’s what we call sight fishing for giant Cobia, and Redfish!
Seasonality
Aug-Sep
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Spring Shad Run Fly-Fishing Trip Potomac River
The Spring Shad run on the Potomac River can be a magical time.
We have all Orvis fly rods available. The trip will be on our 27' Pathfinder with plenty of room and ALL the best electronics. Great trip to get on some fun fish to catch and have a great day fly-fishing for these want to be tarpon. This is a two person maximum trip. Use our equipment or bring your own.
We have all Orvis fly rods available. The trip will be on our 27' Pathfinder with plenty of room and ALL the best electronics. Great trip to get on some fun fish to catch and have a great day fly-fishing for these want to be tarpon. This is a two person maximum trip. Use our equipment or bring your own.
Seasonality
Apr-May
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Fall TROPHY Striped Bass Atlantic Ocean
Join us next FALL---October 15th-November, We will be where the bite is HOT!! We will have our Pair Custom Deep V center console on the move between OC Md and Sandy Hook NJ.
EXCITING STRIPED BASS ACTION. Capt. Giovanni has been fishing the fall migration for years and will be launching from whichever location is the best to target these fish.
Want to catch a TROPHY STRIPED BASS on your fly rod…This is the place and time!!
Tuna might also so up!!
These are 5 hours plus trips. Lots of sight fishing and we will be all over the electronics finding fish.
EXCITING STRIPED BASS ACTION. Capt. Giovanni has been fishing the fall migration for years and will be launching from whichever location is the best to target these fish.
Want to catch a TROPHY STRIPED BASS on your fly rod…This is the place and time!!
Tuna might also so up!!
These are 5 hours plus trips. Lots of sight fishing and we will be all over the electronics finding fish.
Seasonality
Oct-Nov
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Spring Trophy Redfish on Fly
Want to catch a BULL RED on your fly rod…This is the shot!!
Join us next April – May 2025 “down south" near Virginia Beach and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tunnel for some EXCITING BULL REDFISH ACTION. Capt. Giovanni has been fishing the spring migration for years and has some great locations that these migrating fish LOVE.
The Bull Reds will be up here in the middle bay for us to chase later in the summer But in the early spring they love that warmer water at the mouth of the bay.
These are 5 hours plus trips. Lots of sight fishing and we will be all over the electronics finding fish. We can also have some Giant bluefish and striped bass show up.
We have lodging available!!
Join us next April – May 2025 “down south" near Virginia Beach and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tunnel for some EXCITING BULL REDFISH ACTION. Capt. Giovanni has been fishing the spring migration for years and has some great locations that these migrating fish LOVE.
The Bull Reds will be up here in the middle bay for us to chase later in the summer But in the early spring they love that warmer water at the mouth of the bay.
These are 5 hours plus trips. Lots of sight fishing and we will be all over the electronics finding fish. We can also have some Giant bluefish and striped bass show up.
We have lodging available!!
Seasonality
Apr-May
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Fly Fishing Charters
Experience what the Chesapeake Bay has to offer the fly fisherman!!
Stripers (AKA Rockfish), American and Hickory Shad, Speckle Trout, Blue Fish, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish and more. To keep you on the best fishing possible, we move where the fish move – therefore, the location, time of launch, and time of return may change some due to fish migration.
To get us there we have two fantastic fishing platforms, Pathfinder 2700 open equipped with Garmin and Hummingbird electronics, a 425HP Yamaha outboard and Rhodan trolling motor. Hewes 21 Redfisher equipped with Garmin electronics (Hummingbird side scan coming this spring), a 300HP Yamaha and a Motor Guide trolling motor.
Both boats are great fishing machines and will get in SKINNY water where the fish are.
NOTE: This trip includes, and we recommend two to four people.
Stripers (AKA Rockfish), American and Hickory Shad, Speckle Trout, Blue Fish, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish and more. To keep you on the best fishing possible, we move where the fish move – therefore, the location, time of launch, and time of return may change some due to fish migration.
To get us there we have two fantastic fishing platforms, Pathfinder 2700 open equipped with Garmin and Hummingbird electronics, a 425HP Yamaha outboard and Rhodan trolling motor. Hewes 21 Redfisher equipped with Garmin electronics (Hummingbird side scan coming this spring), a 300HP Yamaha and a Motor Guide trolling motor.
Both boats are great fishing machines and will get in SKINNY water where the fish are.
NOTE: This trip includes, and we recommend two to four people.
Seasonality
All Year
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