Nanticoke Outfitters is a premier outdoor recreation company based on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, offering high-quality guided hunting and fishing experiences rooted in tradition, conservation, and family values.

Founded and operated by USCG Master Captain David Fletcher, Nanticoke Outfitters brings decades of hands-on experience in the field and on the water. What started as a lifelong passion for the outdoors has grown into a trusted outfitting operation known for professionalism, attention to detail, and creating memorable experiences for guests of all skill levels.

On the hunting side, Nanticoke Outfitters specializes in guided Sika deer, turkey, puddle duck, diver duck, and sea duck hunts. All hunts are conducted on carefully managed private lands or productive coastal waters, ensuring quality opportunities while prioritizing ethical hunting practices and wildlife stewardship. Guests enjoy well-organized hunts, knowledgeable guides, and comfortable accommodations where applicable.

Nanticoke Outfitters is especially well known for its Sika deer hunting, having built a national reputation as one of the premier outfitters for this unique and challenging species. Located in the heart of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, our operation sits within one of the most established Sika deer populations in North America. These elusive, hard-hunted deer are famous for their intelligence, vocal rut activity, and tendency to thrive in thick marshes and wetlands — making them one of the most exciting big-game animals to pursue. Our guided Sika hunts take place on carefully managed private properties where access, pressure, and habitat are closely controlled to provide a high-quality hunting experience. Guests benefit from experienced guides who understand Sika behavior, seasonal movement patterns, calling strategies, and the nuances that make hunting these deer so addictive. From the first eerie bugle echoing across the marsh to close-range encounters in prime habitat, Sika deer hunting with Nanticoke Outfitters delivers an experience unlike any other. Hunters travel from across the country to pursue Sika with us, drawn by our proven success, ethical approach, and deep respect for this remarkable species.

Nanticoke Outfitters also operates a thriving charter fishing division out of Ocean City, Maryland. Family-friendly fishing trips target a variety of inshore and nearshore species, with a strong focus on introducing new anglers and kids to fishing in a fun, safe, and relaxed environment. Whether it’s a first fish or a memorable day on the water, the goal is always the same: great experiences and lasting memories.

What sets Nanticoke Outfitters apart is its commitment to personal service. Trips are never “cookie-cutter.” Each hunt or charter is tailored to the guest, with clear communication, professional gear, experienced guides, and an emphasis on education and enjoyment. Conservation, safety, and respect for the outdoors are core values in everything the operation does.

From seasoned outdoorsmen to families trying something new, Nanticoke Outfitters welcomes guests from across the country to experience the best of the Eastern Shore’s hunting and fishing traditions.