Scott Housel
Captain

Scott Housel

Port Orange, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
I started fishing when I was 5 years old. In 1989 I moved to Central Florida to attend Stetson University, became a certified scuba diver, and have been diving and fishing out of Ponce Inlet ever since. Although I have landed plenty of monsters, I now find more enjoyement helping others experience the thrill of landing the fish of a lifetime.

Charter

Rating

4.9
458 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (458)

Showing 1 – 5 of 458 reviews
  • Mikal Ludolph
    Mikal Ludolph
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    🔥 Unreal Day on the Water with Captain Scott & Travis — Nonstop Action! 🎣

    Half Day – Deepwater • 2 adults

    We had an absolutely incredible trip with Captain Scott and his first mate Travis! From the moment we got out on the water, it was nonstop action. These guys know exactly what they’re doing and put us right on the fish. We caught a ton — honestly lost track of all the species — but we brought in sea bass, cobia, and even landed a massive 6-foot sand shark! That alone made the trip unforgettable. Captain Scott kept us on the fish all day, and Travis was right there every step of the way making sure everything ran smooth, helping with lines, and keeping the energy high. You can tell they both love what they do and want you to have a great experience. If you’re looking for a fun, exciting, and successful day of fishing, this is the crew you want. We’ll definitely be booking again! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Red Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank You for fishing with Sudden Strike Offshore. i look forward to our next trip togerher. Captain Scott

  • Sean Owen
    Sean Owen
    us
    Utah, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    An amazing fishing day

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    Captain Scott and his mate gave my friends and I a great fishing experience to remember. His boat was comfortable and ready for fishing. Let him know we wanted Big fish more than lots of fish. He and his mate did both for us!! First stopping point the oldest person in the group felt the need to hand the pole to his son to reel in! It was awesome! Hit a few spots that continually produced fish, the largest brought to to boat was a full grown Sand Bar Shark. Love this one due to the fact it ran the first time to the boat. Released quickly with a great video. So many snappers and one trigger fish. Took all that we kept to a local place to have them cooked up. Thank you Scott for the great day Offshore!!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Gray Triggerfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for fishing with Sudden Strike. looking forward to doing it again. I loved the enthusiasm. Captain Scott

  • Annabel Crane
    Annabel Crane
    gb
    United Kingdom
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Really good relaxing half day with good fishing and crew.

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 6 adults

    The whole trip was great. The pick up and instructions to the dock were good, even an English tourist could find it! Capt. Scott and crew Travis were very helpful and chatty from the off, very informative. The boat and equipment was great and well explained. Being novices to this type of fishing the experience was amazing all 4 off us enjoyed the half day trip. Capt. Scott and Travis explained techniques very well and were very patient with a bunch of novices, we all caught fish and had a throughly good outing. Would definitely book again on the next Florida visit, thanks guys for a great day.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Amberjack
    Jack Crevalle
    Response from Captain

    thank you for fishing with Sudden Strike. Captain Scott

  • Sherry Lynn
    Sherry Lynn
    us
    Connecticut, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly recommend!

    Half Day Trip (PM) • 2 adults

    We caught so many fish! Scott the captain suggested that we take them to a local “hook and cook” place. We also saw sea turtles and dolphins! The captain and his mate were very helpful and had so much patience with the two of us. Two smaller sharks were hooked. One of them broke the line. The fish were also filleted and bagged for us. This is the boat and crew you want. Don’t forget your sunblock. Also there was great communication before the trip and the day of. This is a “ must do” event while visiting Florida.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank You for fishing with Sudden Strike Offshore. i look forward to our next trip togerher. Captain Scott

  • Ben Lorenz
    Ben Lorenz
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    5 Minnesotans, alot of fish, a little motion sickness, and a whole lot of fun!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 6 adults • 2 children

    I went out with three of my boys and my nephew (ages 10-19). Captain Scott and first mate Travis were awesome! We started the day with some technical difficulties, but, rather than getting frustrated or making excuses, they calmly problem solved and had us on our way in a timely manner. Even though it was a little choppier that day, they were not afraid to get us out to where they knew there would be good fishing. They kept us on fish and were proactive in moving to new locations when the bite slowed. We are all freshwater fisherman from MN and new to ocean fishing. They gave good instruction and were patient even when we mishandled some BIG ones that got away. They were even able to keep things light-hearted when members of our group got a little (or a lot) sea sick. The only suggestions that I have for improvement are that they could have been a little more assertive with their advice on pre-treating for sea sickness prevention, and could improve the beverage selection to include some electrolyte replacing options. Overall, an awesome new experience! I highly recommend Sudden Strike Offshore.

    Reported catch:
    Cobia
    Red Snapper
    Vermilion Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for fishing with Sudden Strike. I look forward to our next adventure together. Captain Scott

Real catches shared by our community

  • Young angler proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a boat near a coastal bridge.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Cameron K.
    Cameron K.
    Down to earth good guys that know their stuff. its a business built on repeat business and he has ours!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Steven W.
    Steven W.
    Captain Scott put us right on the fish right away. His knowledgeable and his first maid is awesome! We highly recommend this to anybody looking to get out on the fish. 
  • A shark is being reeled in during an offshore fishing trip, showcasing the excitement of deep-sea angling.
    Fish 1
    Bull Shark
    Nick B.
    Nick B.
    fishing was slow but the capt still found fiah!! added bonus was a 5-6ft sandbar shark!!!
  • A proud angler holding a large Red Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful catch on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Steven M.
    Steven M.
    We had a great day fishing and Capt Scott was great working alone as his first mate was unavailable. My sons and grandson had never been deep sea fishing before and they had a fantastic experience. We would highly recommended Sudden Strike to anyone looking for a great fishing experience.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch, including a large Red Snapper and other species, while enjoying a day of fishing on the open sea.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Colten S.
    Colten S.
    Would highly recommend these guys to anyone. I’ve been on multiple deep-sea trips, id say 10 plus, and this one was the best by far. Caught so many fish the boat couldn’t hold any more. Caught multiple different fish and was on good-quality fish 24/7.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Eric B.
    Eric B.
    Captain Scott and crew were amazing! they were super knowledgeable and put us on fish. Everyone was engaged and catching fish. When we come back to Daytona we will definitely book with Sudden Strike again.
  • A large grouper is being speared while fishing in clear blue waters, showcasing an exciting moment of the catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Goliath Grouper
    Ricky B.
    Ricky B.
    Both guys were great layed back and easy to get along with. First time out and they made the trip well worth it.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing on a boat in clear blue waters.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Nithar G.
    Nithar G.
    My experience with Captain Scott and Travis during the boat trip was amazing. Everything went smoothly we enjoyed every moment of it. Big thanks to you two for making this trip a memorable day
  • Angler playfully posing with a fish on his back while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Ben W.
    Ben W.
    My friends and I have never booked a trip in Daytona before and dont usually come to Daytona but we have decided to come back just for this charter. Captin Scott was amazing, knowledgeable, patient, and funny!! He taught us new tricks to land more fish and informed us about a lot of fish!! If you’re considering taking your family or friends charter fishing, Sudden Strike is the way to go!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing on a boat in clear waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Teresa H.
    Teresa H.
    Scott was an amazing captain! He got us out on the water and put us right on the fish—we caught a lot and had an absolute blast. He was fun, professional, and made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. He truly helped make our vacation and trip unforgettable. Highly recommend booking with him! stayed in touch prior to our trip so it was stress free and we knew when and where we were meeting.

What's biting with Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures in Port Orange

It's all about the Kingfish in the Gulf Stream during November. Head out from Ponce Inlet and get to the water's deepest spots where you'll troll for this popular creature.

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