Upgrade Your Off-Site. Elevate Your Team. Escape the Ordinary.
At FishThePotomac, we’ve redefined what a Washington, DC corporate retreat can look like. Forget windowless conference rooms and trust falls. Your team deserves fresh air, friendly competition, and unforgettable stories—all on the historic Potomac River.
With three fully-licensed, best-in-class vessels—Geronimo (Grady White 330 Express), King Louie (Parker 2320 SL), and Betty (Boston Whaler 230 Dauntless)—we now offer private corporate fishing tournaments, team-building adventures, and client-entertainment outings designed to bring teams together in a way no boardroom ever could.
Whether you’re rewarding employees, breaking the ice with clients, or building camaraderie within your department, our corporate charters deliver a premium, guided experience that’s equal parts productive and wildly fun.
⭐ Why FishThePotomac for Corporate Retreats?
- Three boats = more guests, more competition, more excitement
- USCG-licensed captains & CPR-certified crew
- Located minutes from downtown DC (departing from The Yards Marina)
- Private tournament-style format perfect for groups
- Unparalleled access to DC’s iconic waterfront views
- Top-tier fishing gear, bait, tackle, and tournament scoring included
- Customizable packages for corporate groups, large teams & VIP clients
🏆 Corporate Tournament Packages
Each package below is built for maximum fun and maximum bragging rights. We handle everything—gear, bait, scoring, and most importantly, keeping the competition friendly but fierce.
🎣 “CAPITAL CLASH” – The Ultimate Corporate Fishing Tournament
Our most popular team-building showdown
Three boats. Three captains. One Potomac River.
Your group is split into teams and assigned to our vessels. Each boat competes head-to-head in a fully managed, half-day tournament to crown the FishThePotomac Champs.
Tournament Categories Include:
- Biggest Fish
- Most Fish
- First Fish
- Best Team Photo
- “Office MVP” Award (determined by the captains)
Perfect For:
Large teams, multi-department retreats, sales organizations, corporate off-sites, client events.
🚀 “POTOMAC POWER PLAY” – High-Energy Half-Day Escape
Perfect when you want a fast, unforgettable outing without losing a full workday.
Teams hop aboard our three-boat fleet and head straight to the best fishing grounds. Light competition, big energy, and an ideal add-on to a day of meetings or conferences.
Includes:
All fishing equipment, pro guidance, beverages on board, and optional trophy upgrades.
🍻 “REEL RELAXED” – After-Work Tournament & Sunset Cruise Combo
Fishing + sunset + team bonding = the perfect corporate unwind.
Spend the first half chasing DC’s famous blue catfish, then transition into a calm, scenic sunset cruise past the monuments. Great for client entertainment or celebrating a win.
Optional Add-Ons:
- Catering / charcuterie
- Photographer
- Branded trophies
- Custom team merchandise
🤝 “THE COLLABORATION CUP” – Interdepartmental Showdown
Sales vs. Marketing
HR vs. Finance
Leadership vs. Everyone Else
Bring the friendly rivalry to the water and settle it once and for all.
Full tournament scoring, curated playlists, and unlimited trash talk (within reason).
🔧 What’s Included (for all corporate packages)
- Private use of Geronimo, King Louie, and Betty
- USCG-licensed captain + mate on each vessel
- Premium rods, reels, bait, and tackle
- Safety equipment & onboard guidance
- Tournament scoring sheets & end-of-day analysis
- Photos + videos captured throughout the experience
- Ice & coolers
- Light beverages (water, sodas)
💼 Why Corporate Groups Love Us
- Stronger connections. Fishing forces collaboration, communication, and shared excitement.
- Memorable for all skill levels. No fishing experience needed—our crew handles everything.
- A uniquely DC experience. Monument views, wildlife, and river history woven throughout the trip.
- Great for retention. Employees remember experiences—not another training session.
📍 Departure Options
- The Yards Marina (home port)
- Georgetown Waterfront Park
- The Wharf
- Alexandria (with prior arrangement)
✏️ Custom Packages Available
Want a hyper-competitive tournament?
Prefer a more relaxed fishing-and-networking hybrid cruise?
Need to host 12, 18, or 24+ people?
We’ll build a package that fits your team’s needs, timeline, and goals.
📞 Ready to Plan Your Corporate Fishing Tournament?
We’d love to help your team unwind, compete, and connect on the Potomac. Just call us at 202-703-1141!