Captain
Michael Ford

Member since February 2018 Port Ewen, United States
Background
Captain Michael Ford has been fishing his whole life. A few years back, he decided to turn his hobby into a career and began running charters on the Hudson River and Lake Ontario. Capt. Mike holds a USCG Master License, as well as a New York State Guide License. He knows all the special spots and honey holes to put you on some of the biggest fish, including monster Stripers and Salmon! By booking a trip with Reel Addicted Charters, you’re signing up for an all-inclusive adventure, designed to give you the best experience while using the best fishing equipment money can buy. Join Capt. Mike today and get ready to create lasting fishing memories with Reel Addicted Charters!

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Ford

Port Ewen, United States
Background
Captain Michael Ford has been fishing his whole life. A few years back, he decided to turn his hobby into a career and began running charters on the Hudson River and Lake Ontario. Capt. Mike holds a USCG Master License, as well as a New York State Guide License. He knows all the special spots and honey holes to put you on some of the biggest fish, including monster Stripers and Salmon! By booking a trip with Reel Addicted Charters, you’re signing up for an all-inclusive adventure, designed to give you the best experience while using the best fishing equipment money can buy. Join Capt. Mike today and get ready to create lasting fishing memories with Reel Addicted Charters!
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My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(21 reviews)
Port Ewen
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Trips from US $800
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(42 reviews)
Mexico
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Trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (85)
Great Day Fishing the Hudson!
Amazing afternoon trip!
Amazing afternoon trip!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
81%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Kim D.
Greenwich, New York
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

PB Striper!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Hudson River Stripers on April 30, 2022
It was a slow day of fishing but Captain Mike worked hard and was very knowledgeable. I managed to nail my PB striper due to...
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BARRY D.
Wescosville, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

TIGHT LINES

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 21, 2022
Capโ€™n Mike put us on fish, mate Nate worked his butt off rigging and coordinating lines. The boat has the latest electronics...
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Danny K.
Elmira, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 for 4 and a great afternoon !!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (PM) on August 23, 2021
With slow conditions prevailing throughout the area , our captain had us hooked up and reeling in fish within the 1st hr ....
Danny K. recommends Reel Addicted Charters โ€“ Pulaski
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Robert K.
Myersville, MD
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (PM) on September 16, 2023
Weather was great and fishing was exciting. Wonderful day on the lake.
Robert K. recommends Reel Addicted Charters โ€“ Pulaski
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Gregory N.
Fountain Hill, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

TRIPS WITH CAPTAIN MIKE

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on August 15, 2020
ย  ย  Captain Mike is an impeccable professional. His knowledge, skills, and professional courtesies are unsurpassed. We have...
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