Mark Mcdonald
Captain

Mark Mcdonald

Gulfport, United States
10+ reviews
Growing up less than a block away from the shoreline in Pass Christain, Mississippi had its perks! As a child, I learned to Flounder and wade fish the beachfront as a hobby and found it's a way to provide excellent table fare. As I grew so did my obsession with the sport. Logging my trips for moon phases, tidal movements, barometric pressure, and weather conditions correlated to fish activity began before I was old enough to drive. If I wasn't walking to the beach after school to wade fish next to the longest private pier on the Coast, I was getting dropped off at the harbor to fish from the rockpile and seawall for hours. Then came the boat. Since then, I have logged countless hours on the water and still feel like a kid every time I leave the dock. The stakes are higher now and the passion is flourishing more than ever. I aim to bring the joy I get from chasing fish to everyone who gets on board with me. I want to share my knowledge with customers and to learn from them as well.

Charter

Rating

4.9
18 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

All reviews (18)

Showing 1 – 5 of 18 reviews
  • Ryan Shade
    Ryan Shade
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    Missouri, US
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    Member since 2022
    5.0
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    Just one word!!

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) • 3 adults

    Awesome! Look, if you are looking for a guide that will certainly go out of his way to ensure you the best experience the gulf has to offer then quit looking and just book with Ambush. Captain Mark has top quality tackle, very professional but super personable, fresh bait, great boat and most of all a love for the gulf and a respect for all it has to offer. My daughter wanted to add that Captain Mark was a great teacher as well. Instead of just doing everything for us he took the time to explain and show why and how, then step back and let us figure it out with a little guidance.

    Response from Captain

    Sure enjoyed having and sharing the experience with y’all! Let’s do it again sometime. Tight lines!

  • Verna Caudill
    Verna Caudill
    us
    Oklahoma, US
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    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Captain Mike

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) • 2 adults

    A fishing excursion was really the one thing my grandson and his friend wanted out of our visit to Gulfport. Captain Mike did not disappoint!! They wanted to catch something "big and 'ugly', that they couldn't catch at home." Came away with flounder, shark, and several others that fulfilled their expectations! Thank you Captain Mike for making it a great experience and making his birthday s memorable one!!!!

    Reported catch:
    Blacktip Shark
    Flounder
    Bull Shark
    Sheepshead
    +1
  • Ray Richmond
    Ray Richmond
    us
    Tennessee, US
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    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with Mark

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) • 3 adults

    First time fishing on a boat for the wife. She had so much fun! Mark had us on fish in minutes! Cold January day but worth it. Will be back in the summer with my kids!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Ray! Looking forward to fishing with y’all in the summer!

  • Melanie Taylor Jefferson
    Melanie Taylor Jefferson
    us
    Tennessee, US
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    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Captain Mark

    Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) • 2 adults

    Captain Mark is the best. My husband wanted a unique fishing experience for his birthday and Captain Mark delivered. We had a fantastic time. Thanks.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Melanie! I sure enjoyed having y’all. Tiny Bombs for the win! 🎣💣🍻

  • Garrett Hall
    Garrett Hall
    us
    Missouri, US
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    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    8 hour marsh trip

    Full Day Trip - Louisiana Marshes • 2 adults

    Your definitely gonna want a full day with Capt McDonald anything less will definitely feel like not enough time

    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the stars Garrett! Enjoyed run’n gun’n with you fellas! Didn’t plan on doing that much traveling but we covered the marsh from one end to the other. Always an adventure!

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What's biting with Ambush Fishing Charters, LLC in Gulfport

Tripletail are the talk of the town this time of year. Fishing for them is almost as enjoyable as eating them, so jump aboard and catch your fill. The reefs are still alive with Amberjack and Grouper.

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