Captain

R. Michael Ryan Jr.

Point Pleasant Beach, United States

Federal waters

50+ reviews

I grew up on boats. My summer home was on a wooden 32' Pacemaker that my dad owned from the time I was a toddler until my college years. As a teenager, my cousin and I shared a 17' Montauk Boston Whaler which we would take offshore to the extent of its range and do all sorts of fishing. That boat remained in my family long enough to teach my own kids how to fish off of it. For longer Tuna and Shark trips, I would run my father's 36' Delta and more recently, his 42' Post. My current boat is a Wellcraft 230 Coastal, which is a perfect boat for both inshore fishing in the river as well as wreck and drift fishing at the nearby manmade reefs. A fishing trip with me is meant to be relaxing and fun! While the hardcore guys are looking to be ankle-deep in blood, I'm more into enjoying the water, listening to some tunes, getting some sun, having some laughs, and oh yeah, reeling in some fish! My cousin and I always had a saying when we were out on that old Whaler: 'When you're out on the water, there are only good days and great days!'

Charter

Fins Up Family Charters

Point Pleasant Beach

Instant Confirmation

Trips from

US $275

Rating

5.0

62 reviews

5.0

Boat & Equipment

5.0

Captain & Crew

5.0

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (72)

What anglers say

100%

Good experience

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Satisfied with the boat

97%

Caught fish

All reviews (62)

Showing 1 – 5 of 62 reviews

Alicia Kandel
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Excellent trip!
3 Hour - After Work Soak-Mil1stRes on July 20, 2026 • 4 adults
Captain Mike was very kind and personable. He reached out to me the moment I booked the trip and answered every question I had. He even refunded me some money because he saw my son was in the Military! Once we were n water, he did everything he could to ensure we each caught something. I would highly recommend Captain Mike!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
July 21, 2026
Thank you Alicia! It was great having you guys out. Safe travels back home, and thank you for the sacrifices your entire family makes for our country!!
John Gavin
Repeat angler
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great family day in the water!
4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on July 11, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child
Our family had a great time with Captain Mike! Caught lots of fish, including our dinner! Captain Mike went the extra mile to make sure the entire family enjoyed the day. We’ll definitely be back!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
July 12, 2026
Thanks Jack! You guys were great to have out. Only downer today was Norway losing in extra time! Looking forward to having you guys back out!
John Hero
Repeat angler
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Family's first trip
3 Hour - After Work Soak-Mil1stRes on June 25, 2026 • 2 adults
Capt mike was great, this is hands down the best trip you can go on with kids! Hes patient and helpful and we were on the fish immediately! My kids were 4 and 6 and are now life long fisherman! Thank you
Response from Captain
June 26, 2026
Thank you Johnny! You guys were fun to have on board. The boys are definitely comfortable on boats and I'm glad their lines were tight for most of the evening!!
Shannon Sked
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with R. Michael
4 Hour – Military/First Resp - 1:00 PM on June 28, 2026 • 4 adults
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 29, 2026
Thank you Shannon! It was great fishing with your family!!
Steven Weston
New Jersey, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with R. Michael
4 Hour – Military/First Resp - 1:00 PM on June 21, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child
Response from Captain
June 24, 2026
Thank you Steven! It was great having you and the family out! Happy Father's Day!