Captain
Michael Foster

Member since March 2015 Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Michael Foster has been fishing for over two decades now and guiding for more than a decade. He's a 3rd generation captain, proudly continuing the family tradition. His family are native to Amelia Island and especially connected to the waters around the island – they're commercial fishermen. With Capt. Michael, you get the benefit of more than a single lifetime spent fishing the local waters, at your disposal.

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Fernandina Beach, United States
Background
Captain Michael Foster has been fishing for over two decades now and guiding for more than a decade. He's a 3rd generation captain, proudly continuing the family tradition. His family are native to Amelia Island and especially connected to the waters around the island – they're commercial fishermen. With Capt. Michael, you get the benefit of more than a single lifetime spent fishing the local waters, at your disposal.
Anglers Choice
298
Reviews
3
Fishing Reports
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Big Fin Charters

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4.3 / 5
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 298 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
92%
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James R.
Jacksonville, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Eagles nest crew fishing trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Jetties (PM) on September 24, 2020
We caught so many fish my arms hurt, everyone on the boat had a fish on their pole. Good captain, easy going, would fish with...
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Brandie R.
Atlanta, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day with Michael and Ty

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Jetties (PM) on July 31, 2020
Boat was comfortable, conversation was good. Ty definitely worked hard to get action on the line.ย  Definitely would charter...
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Andrew R.
Dunwoody, GA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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4 hour offshore trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Jetties (PM) on July 6, 2019
We were able to go about 9 miles offshore and caught some nice kingfish (king mackerel). Captain and first mate were very professional...
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John D.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Okay

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Jettie (AM) on May 4, 2024
Nice day on an amazing boat. My son caught an huge Red that he was hoping for. Captain was very knowledgeable.
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Jamie L.
Bishop, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Highly Recommended!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - Offshore (AM) on July 16, 2020
Captain Michael and Ty were the best! We caught lots of king fish, a couple of sharks, and a sailfish! Great day on the water!
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