Deale, MD Fishing Trip — December
Your Deale, MD Fishing Trip
December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 44°F / Low 29°F3" rain · 7 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
What’s Biting in December
8 species
FairStriped Bass
Trolling · Casting
FairTautog
Bottom fishing · Jigging
LowMahi Mahi
Various
LowBluefish
Trolling · Casting
LowFlounder
Various
LowTuna
Trolling · Chunking
LowBlack Sea Bass
Bottom Fishing · Jigging
LowWeakfish
Various
December Weather in Deale
44°F
Avg High
29°F
Avg Low
3"
Rainfall
7
Rainy Days
Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.
9 Guides Matched
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150
Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.
What's Biting By Month
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What to Bring
Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:
Essentials
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hat or visor
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Non-marking shoes or deck shoes
Food & Personal
- Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
- Snacks or lunch
- Cooler for your catch
- Motion sickness medication (if needed)
- Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
- Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)
For inshore Fishing
- Light rain jacket
Maryland Fishing License
License Cost
Resident$20.50
Non-Resident$30.50
Requirements
Required for ages 16+. Chesapeake Bay sport fishing license and trout stamps available.
Species Regulations
Striped Bass
Season:Varies by season and area; check current regulations
Bag Limit:Varies by season and area; check current regulations
Size Limit:Varies by season and area; check current regulations
Striped Bass regulations are complex and change frequently. Consult the Maryland Department of Natural Resources website for the most up-to-date information.
Tautog
Season:January 1 - May 15 and August 1 - December 31
Bag Limit:4 per person
Size Limit:16-inch minimum
Possession limit is equal to the daily bag limit. Check for any seasonal closures or gear restrictions in specific areas.
Mahi Mahi
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No more than 3 Mahi Mahi per person per trip, or no more than 5 Mahi Mahi per vessel per trip, whichever is more restrictive.
Size Limit:No size limit
Possession limits apply. Check current regulations for any updates.
Bluefish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per person for private/charter boat anglers; 5 per person for shore anglers
Size Limit:No minimum size