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.
Anglers Choice
187
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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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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Awesome day in Nags Head Fishing
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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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Jeff D.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip/ 4 Hours/Party of 2 on August 2, 2024
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Jodi C.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on June 11, 2024
Jodi C. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
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Travis P.
Powhatan, VA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on October 8, 2022
Despite the not so perfect conditions we had a great day catching some nice redfish. Captain Mike knew where to go and what...
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Tom W.
Richmond, VA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 6 Crew on July 6, 2023
Tom W. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
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Chris L.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on June 30, 2023
Chris L. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
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