Captain
Michael Rosso

Member since September 2021 Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain Michael started Old School Fishing Charters in 2004, a year after he earned his USCG Certified Captain's License. He got it so he could earn money during the summers off from his teaching position in Currituck County Schools. Captain Michael has retired from teaching and has now combined his two passions – teaching and fishing, by running a fishing charter boat.

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Wanchese, United States
Background
Captain Michael started Old School Fishing Charters in 2004, a year after he earned his USCG Certified Captain's License. He got it so he could earn money during the summers off from his teaching position in Currituck County Schools. Captain Michael has retired from teaching and has now combined his two passions – teaching and fishing, by running a fishing charter boat.
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Old School Fishing Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(187 reviews)
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Wanchese
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Trips from US $340

Fishing Reports

Fall Fishing is Outstanding
Fall Fishing is Outstanding
Oct 25, 2025 Wanchese
As the temperature is cool the fishing bite is heating up! If it changes in temperature are triggering fish, migrations, and feeding. We have been catching a wide variety of fish, including trout, sheepshead, flounder, striped bass, redfish, and more. Last year, we caught fish well into the winter time. This year, we hope to do the same! Letโ€™s go fishing!
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Super Summer Season of Fishing
Super Summer Season of Fishing
Aug 15, 2025 Wanchese
The summer is flying by and weโ€™ve had a great season thus far! The speckled sea trout fishing has been exceptional and steady. Weโ€™re also catching flounder, red fish, blue fish, sheepโ€™s head, and an assortment of other species. Book a trip to get in on the action!
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Peak Season for Trout Is Here
Peak Season for Trout Is Here
Jul 12, 2025 Wanchese
The Speckled Trout are here in vast numbers. We have been catching limits on daily basis and it appears this bite is endless. Once the limit has been put on ice we have been having some success with Reds and Sheepshead when the conditions allow. Book a trip and plan for a fish fry now!
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Peak Season for Trout Is Here
Peak Season for Trout Is Here
Jul 12, 2025 Wanchese
The Speckled Trout are here in vast numbers. We have been catching limits on daily basis and it appears this bite is endless. Once the limit has been put on ice we have been having some success with Reds and Sheepshead when the conditions allow. Book a trip and plan for a fish fry now!
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Speckled Sea Trout Season Is Here!
Speckled Sea Trout Season Is Here!
Jun 29, 2025 Wanchese
I have lots of openings in July and speckled trout season opens on July 1! We have already been catching a a great deal of them each trip and now we can feast on them as well! Book a trip now and put your grub on!
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Speckled Sea Trout Season Is Here!
Speckled Sea Trout Season Is Here!
Jun 29, 2025 Wanchese
I have lots of openings in July and speckled trout season opens on July 1! We have already been catching a a great deal of them each trip and now we can feast on them as well! Book a trip now and put your grub on!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 187 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
90%
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John 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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Citation sheepshead

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on August 24, 2025
Fishing with Captain Mike on an overcast day, caught so some bait fish and headed out to the old bridge for trout fishing.ย ...
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Perry M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Capt. Mike - friendly fish finder

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip 7 AM 4 MAX (copy) on August 13, 2025
Great trip with Capt. Mike who know is extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the local waters in OBX. He came prepared...
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Edric S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on July 17, 2025
This was a nice fishing trip for my son and I. Capt Mike was very engaged and helpful with some extra tips. Easy to find and...
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Ryan C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Mike was a ton of fun!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on June 22, 2025
We of course chose the deathly of hot days to go which did impact our catches, but Mike kept us moving around and trying different...
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Kyle H.
Excellent
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Great charter!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on August 13, 2025
Captain Mike is so knowledgeable and fun to fish with! We had a great trip learning about the area and fishing in general....
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