Captain
Michael Nelson

Member since April 2025 Port Orange, United States
Background
Owned and operated by Captain Mike Nelson the 'Knot On Duty' is a fifth-generation charter fishing business based in the Port Orange & Ponce Inlet area. With deep roots in the areas well-documented fishing history, the Nelson family is also one of the most well-respected & influential families for their contributions in to the local fishing industry that we see here today. Captain Mike acquired his thirst for fishing in his early years, and by his teens he was already working on the local party fishing boats. During these key years, he spent his weekends and summers mastering what his father had already mastered in the 40 years prior and was lucky enough to do it right by his father's side. By the young age of 18, Mike was already a Captain and had established careers on both sport-fishing & charter fishing boats in the area. His vast accumulated knowledge of 5 generations of fishermen rolled into one paved the way for his own charter business today, but that does not truly sum up all that he is. His boat name is a reference to another Nelson family tradition, and he has a long history working for the area's Fire Departments. You'll only catch Captain Nelson when he is "Knot" on duty, The Knot On Duty is a spacious 29 foot Carolina built Maycraft powered by new twin 150 HP Yamaha engines. With all the bells and whistles, you are sure to have a fantastic day out on the water. No matter the time of year the bottom fishing off the coast of Ponce Inlet is always a good time.
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Hey, I'm Captain Michael Nelson

Port Orange, United States
Background
Owned and operated by Captain Mike Nelson the 'Knot On Duty' is a fifth-generation charter fishing business based in the Port Orange & Ponce Inlet area. With deep roots in the areas well-documented fishing history, the Nelson family is also one of the most well-respected & influential families for their contributions in to the local fishing industry that we see here today. Captain Mike acquired his thirst for fishing in his early years, and by his teens he was already working on the local party fishing boats. During these key years, he spent his weekends and summers mastering what his father had already mastered in the 40 years prior and was lucky enough to do it right by his father's side. By the young age of 18, Mike was already a Captain and had established careers on both sport-fishing & charter fishing boats in the area. His vast accumulated knowledge of 5 generations of fishermen rolled into one paved the way for his own charter business today, but that does not truly sum up all that he is. His boat name is a reference to another Nelson family tradition, and he has a long history working for the area's Fire Departments. You'll only catch Captain Nelson when he is "Knot" on duty, The Knot On Duty is a spacious 29 foot Carolina built Maycraft powered by new twin 150 HP Yamaha engines. With all the bells and whistles, you are sure to have a fantastic day out on the water. No matter the time of year the bottom fishing off the coast of Ponce Inlet is always a good time.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(35 reviews)
Port Orange
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Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (79)
Fishing with Michael
Unforgettable experience
Unforgettable experience
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Angler rating
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Alexander M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore (AM) on August 9, 2025
Even though the fish werenโ€™t biting, we had an incredible time with Captain Mike! He was knowledgeable and made the whole...
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Daniel J.
Circleville, Ohio
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day fishing trip with Mike.

March 9, 2025
We have been fishing with Mike for over 15 years. we always have a great time and catch lots of fish. My son caught a 7ft shark...
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Michael S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Good Time

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore (AM) on August 24, 2025
Captain Michael was great. He worked with our group to help get us on fish. He is very knowledgeable about the area and how...
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Christopher E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Unforgettable experience

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Shark Fishing (AM) on July 28, 2025
Caught a ton of sharks, including a Massive hammerheadโ€ฆI know they swim where they will, but we were blessed this trip
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Brian B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Morning

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore (AM) on July 19, 2025
Had a blast on this charter. Caught a bunch of fish. Worth every penny. Thanks for such a memorable trip!
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