Captain
Michael Pollman

Member since May 2019 Dauphin Island, United States
Background
Captain Mike is a native of Dauphin Island and he fishes the salt waters southbound of Dauphin Island and the Gulf Shores. He's on the water every day and has the ability to go straight to the location of the big fish. The captain keeps a heavy interest in what fish is biting where and who's catching what. Saltwater runs deep through his veins. He loves to catch and prepare all kinds of seafood, so ask him about some recipes! The captain can also hook you up with local "catch 'n' cook" restaurants or send you to the best taxidermist. He takes pride in giving newcomers the full experience of what it's like to live and fish on the Gulf Coast. Captain Mike loves to teach fishing techniques and target specific species as well as catch his own baits by cast net and pull his trawling nets for wild Shrimp and sea life. He loves various activities related to boating, shrimping, and fishing. In his own words: "This 'Big Water' is my playground and it's time to play."
Techniques
One of the captain's favorite things to do is pull the bait net behind the boat to start the fishing day off. This gives him a variety of options. He likes to take the live bait and inshore fish for Trout and Redfish early in the morning. Then, he would go offshore and see what's biting on the bottom of the rigs and the reefs. Captain Mike also likes to float bait on the top water for pelagic fish, as well as search for fish hitting the top of the water with birds feeding on the smaller bait. The captain is keen on deep dropping for Snapper, Amberjack, and Grouper. If he sees something floating in the water, he checks it for Mahi Mahi or Tripletail. Then he trolls back in for King and Spanish.

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Pollman

Dauphin Island, United States
Background
Captain Mike is a native of Dauphin Island and he fishes the salt waters southbound of Dauphin Island and the Gulf Shores. He's on the water every day and has the ability to go straight to the location of the big fish. The captain keeps a heavy interest in what fish is biting where and who's catching what. Saltwater runs deep through his veins. He loves to catch and prepare all kinds of seafood, so ask him about some recipes! The captain can also hook you up with local "catch 'n' cook" restaurants or send you to the best taxidermist. He takes pride in giving newcomers the full experience of what it's like to live and fish on the Gulf Coast. Captain Mike loves to teach fishing techniques and target specific species as well as catch his own baits by cast net and pull his trawling nets for wild Shrimp and sea life. He loves various activities related to boating, shrimping, and fishing. In his own words: "This 'Big Water' is my playground and it's time to play."
Techniques
One of the captain's favorite things to do is pull the bait net behind the boat to start the fishing day off. This gives him a variety of options. He likes to take the live bait and inshore fish for Trout and Redfish early in the morning. Then, he would go offshore and see what's biting on the bottom of the rigs and the reefs. Captain Mike also likes to float bait on the top water for pelagic fish, as well as search for fish hitting the top of the water with birds feeding on the smaller bait. The captain is keen on deep dropping for Snapper, Amberjack, and Grouper. If he sees something floating in the water, he checks it for Mahi Mahi or Tripletail. Then he trolls back in for King and Spanish.

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 61 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Fishing with Captain Mike
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
90%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
75%
Appropriate for children
84%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
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Mandi L.
Modoc, IN
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

4 hour trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Walk On Fishing (PM) on December 29, 2022
We had a fun trip out with Captain Mike.  It was a colder day and the wind was too bad to go offshore, so we had to stay inshore...
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Steve C.
Mobile, AL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Mike

VERIFIED   4 Hour - Walk On Fishing (AM) on May 19, 2022
Had a great trip with Cpt. Mike. My son and I will definitely get back with him next time we are in dauphin island.
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Justin C.
Wortham, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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First Time Out

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Walk On Fishing (PM) on June 22, 2022
It was an awesome trip with Captain Mike and his crew. I would definitely use him again.
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Jacob H.
Rector, AR
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6hr Red Snapper AM

VERIFIED   Red Snapper (AM) 6-People on June 12, 2022
Couldn’t have asked for a better trip. Caught a ton of fish. Will be back.
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Tom V.
Sylvania, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day with Capt Mike

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Walk On Fishing (AM) on April 1, 2022
Great experience today!  We were on fish with the 1st cast.  Plenty of fish to take home for dinner!
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