Captain
Michael Boyd

Member since August 2024 Bradenton Beach, United States
Background
I grew up fishing on the Great Lakes and have had my boaters safety certificate at a young age of 12 years old. I'm a retired Firefighter of 20 years and now I want to share my fishing knowledge with people.

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Boyd

Bradenton Beach, United States
Background
I grew up fishing on the Great Lakes and have had my boaters safety certificate at a young age of 12 years old. I'm a retired Firefighter of 20 years and now I want to share my fishing knowledge with people.
Anglers Choice
84
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My Charter Listings

Mama Tried Fishing

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(79 reviews)
Angler's choice
Bradenton Beach
 4 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $699

Mama Tried Fishing Again

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(5 reviews)
Angler's choice
Bradenton Beach
 Last booking: 3 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $599

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 84 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (110)
March fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
99%
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Beatrice P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Offshore Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   6 hr Reef & offshore up to 9 miles on January 6, 2026
Captain Eddie was amazing, he put us on a ton of fish!! We even caught an 8ft shark!!ย  He was so knowledgeable and we learned...
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Steve F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great 1/2 day trip

VERIFIED   Trip for Amy on December 26, 2025
We went out with Captain Michael and 1st Mate John today and had a very enjoyable morning. They were both very personable and...
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Jeffery N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing over all else

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Reef Special (AM) on October 12, 2025
Big chop kept us inshore but we got on some good spotsโ€ฆcaught Trout, Cubera, Gag Grouper, a Jack Crevalle and a couple big...
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Zach K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Reef Special (PM) on March 1, 2026
Capt Eddie and equipment were top notch. Highly recommend using this charter for any days on the water.
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Donnie B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Reef Special (AM) on December 27, 2025
Mike and his mate met all of our expectations for a group of 6.Three adults and three kids. Very knowledgeable and patient...
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