Captain
Capt. Michael

Member since April 2024 Matlacha, United States
Background
Operating a 17' Beavertail Skiff, Capt. Michael ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Matlacha, Florida. Explore these waters teeming with Redfish, Spotted Seatrout and Tarpon under Michael's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Techniques
Light tackle artificial and fly

Hey, I'm Captain Capt. Michael

Matlacha, United States
Background
Operating a 17' Beavertail Skiff, Capt. Michael ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Matlacha, Florida. Explore these waters teeming with Redfish, Spotted Seatrout and Tarpon under Michael's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Techniques
Light tackle artificial and fly
14
Reviews
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Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Backcountry Obsessions

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(14 reviews)
Matlacha
 Last booking: 5 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 14 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
The Guide For Fisherman
The Guide For Fisherman
Captain Michael was AMAZING!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Bob J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Michael was amazing!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip on April 10, 2026
Great morning on the water catching fish and enjoying Godโ€™s magnificent creation!
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Mike N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The Guide For Fisherman

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 29, 2025
Fishing with Mike was a proffessional experience from start to finish.ย  He knows his water and is a great teacher, plus his...
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David R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 13, 2025
The guide was personable and funny, was very knowledgeable about the area and where to find the fish! We spent all morning...
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Carl S.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   December 26, 2025
The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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John S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Capt.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on March 7, 2026
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