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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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(178 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 Last booking: 2 hours ago
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Trips from US $340

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 178 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
90%
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Justin P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on July 16, 2025
We had a great time fishing with Mike! He was kind, knowledgeable and funny, and helped set us up for success on the water!
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Alan B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Morning

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on May 20, 2025
The fish bite was slow, but Captain Mike put in the effort to get us on several different types of fish. Very knowledgeable...
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Ken M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on August 16, 2024
My son and I had an enjoyable fishing trip with Mike. He had everything ready to take off when we got there. Mike put us on...
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Matt M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Trip! Would recommend this Capt!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on May 27, 2025
Capt Mike put us into fish the whole time.ย  He is very knowledgeable of the fishing conditions and what baits to use.ย  It...
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Mark H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip with Capt Mike

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on July 30, 2025
Very patient and kind, helpful tips for young fishers (our 13 yr old daughter). Highly recommend Mike! Mark & Rowan...
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