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Michael Bodiford
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Michael Bodiford

Port St. Joe, United States
100+ reviews
Captain Michael Bodiford is a real, old school local guide who was born and raised right here in Port St Joe. He has been fishing his whole life and has always known he wanted to work on the water. Capt. Michael loves taking customers out and showing them a good time. He loves working with kids, teaching them to fish and seeing the smile on their faces as they reel in their first fish. Capt. Michael specializes in targeting Tripletail, Redfish, and Trout.

Charter

Rating

4.9
101 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (101)

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  • Tyler Clifford
    Tyler Clifford
    Repeat angler
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Time!

    5 Hour Trip - Tripletail • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Mike put us on some big reds right off the get go. We caught our limit and it was on to the next spot. Captain Mike was great with our kids and helped them every step of the way. It was a great family trip for us. Just bring something to drink and a good attitude and you are in for a fun time. I look forward to getting out with Captain Mike again.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Response from Captain

    thanks guys. I enjoyed spending the day with y’all. Hope to see y’all again soon.

  • Doug Calvert
    Doug Calvert
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Stop your search and book with Captain Mike now!

    5 Hour Trip - Tripletail • 4 adults • 1 child

    had a great time! Captin Mike was knowledgeable of the area, the fish, and great stories and conversations in between. We will definitely be back to this area and will most definitely book another trip! Mike is one of thise guys that you will immediately want to invite to your cookouts!

    Reported catch:
    Black Drum
    Blacktip Shark
    Response from Captain

    thanks guys for a great day. Hope to see y’all again soon.

  • Taylor Warren
    Taylor Warren
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    awesome trip

    5 Hour Trip - Tripletail • 2 adults

    clearly knows his stuff. Put us on the fish fast and in great numbers. Mike is a nice guy and is a great captain i’d recommend him to anyone looking to fish the area

    Reported catch:
    Tripletail
    Response from Captain

    thanks for a great morning. Hope to see y’all again soon.

  • Matthew Acevedo
    Matthew Acevedo
    us
    Georgia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Good time with the sons

    5 Hour Trip - Tripletail • 4 adults

    Had a great time. We caught a couple of small grouper and flounder. Had to release them. Caught 8 Mangrove snapper that were keepers. Will book another trip in the future.

    Reported catch:
    Flounder
    Tripletail
    Response from Captain

    had a blast with you and the boys look forward to seeing you again in the future

  • Rick Thomas
    Rick Thomas
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Enjoyable trip

    5 Hour Trip - Tripletail • 2 adults

    Captain was knowledgeable, friendly, and went above and beyond on our trip 

Real catches shared by our community

  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large redfish aboard a center-console fishing boat, with family members and rods visible offshore.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Tyler C.
    Tyler C.
    Captain Mike put us on some big reds right off the get go. We caught our limit and it was on to the next spot. Captain Mike was great with our kids and helped them every step of the way. It was a great family trip for us. Just bring something to drink and a good attitude and you are in for a fun time. I look forward to getting out with Captain Mike again.
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    A freshly caught Sheepshead fish displayed on the deck of a fishing boat, showcasing the catch after a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Jim W.
    Jim W.
    We had a successful fishing expedition with Mike. He was knowledgeable about the area and made sure we caught fish. Mike was friendly and helpful.
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    Two anglers proudly display their catch of various fish, including Snapper and Grouper, arranged neatly on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sheepshead
    Spring time looks good so far!!
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    Two snorkelers proudly displaying a catch in a mesh bag while enjoying a day in the water.
    Come, enjoy swimming and snorkeling for fresh bay scallops in the crystal clear waters of Saint Joe Bay!
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a large Redfish while fishing on a calm day.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    William O.
    William O.
    Captain Mike worked hard to put us on quality fish!
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Redfish and Speckled Trout on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip in Cape San Blas.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Michelle H.
    Michelle H.
    We had such an incredible time catching trout and red fish with Captain Michael. We caught fish after fish and had a great time while doing it. I can’t say enough good things about our experience. 10/10 recommend.
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    A family group poses with a variety of fish, including Black Drum and Redfish, neatly arranged on a dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Michael P.
    Michael P.
    We went as a Family of 4 and was able to all catch several fish a piece! We had Captain Michael and he was very experienced in the Bay, and just an all around awesome guy!
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    A family poses proudly with their catch of various fish displayed on a dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Michael and his family made it look easy!!
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    An angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum while fishing from a boat in a coastal environment.
    Ben L.
    Ben L.
    Capt Mike worked hard to put us on fish.....and he did just that... After a bit of a slow start on a full moon and strong current day we finally got on the Triple Tail and boated a couple keepers including one really nice one for dinner. Capt Mike knows the area waters well and just does not give up finding you the fish! Feel confident you are good hands. I will be fishing with him again on our next trip!
  • Buoy Time Charters
    Buoy Time ChartersPort St. Joe, FL
    Young angler proudly displaying a Flounder and a Speckled Trout while fishing on a boat in a coastal waterway.
    Fish 1
    Flounder
    B.j. K.
    B.j. K.
    Captain Michael was a pleasure to be around and worked hard to put my kids on Fish. They had a great time and we were able to take home some keepers for dinner.

What's biting with Buoy Time Charters in Port St. Joe

Fall fishing is some of the best you can get in Port St. Joe. Look out for migrating Bull Redfish, as well as Speckled Trout, Black Drum, and Pompano. There's plenty to fill the freezer, and the action is hot, too.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Two anglers proudly display their catch of various fish, including Snapper and Grouper, arranged neatly on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.

Sheephead time!!!

Feb 28, 2026 • Port St. Joe
Spring time looks good so far!!
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Two snorkelers proudly displaying a catch in a mesh bag while enjoying a day in the water.

Scallop season is here

Aug 14, 2025 • Port St. Joe
Come, enjoy swimming and snorkeling for fresh bay scallops in the crystal clear waters of Saint Joe Bay!
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A family poses proudly with their catch of various fish displayed on a dock after a successful fishing trip.

Fishing is really heating up

Mar 26, 2025 • Port St. Joe
Michael and his family made it look easy!!
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A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple Black Drum on a dock after a successful fishing trip.

Sheephead limit

Apr 2, 2024 • Port St. Joe
Great day on the water today with Tommy and his family!
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A smiling angler sitting on a boat, proudly displaying a bucket full of freshly caught clams, showcasing a successful day of shellfishing.

Scallop season

Aug 19, 2023 • Port St. Joe
Come enjoy snorkeling in clear waters of st joe bay picking up scallops
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A cooler and bucket filled with freshly caught scallops on a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day of shellfishing.

Scollop season starts august 16th

Aug 11, 2019 • Port St. Joe
Trip covers everything but mask, snokles, and shoes. 450$
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