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.

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Rosso

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
182
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Old School Fishing Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(182 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 Last booking: 7 hours ago
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Trips from US $340

Fishing Reports

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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Red Drum Bite Getting Hot
Red Drum Bite Getting Hot
Jun 24, 2025 Wanchese
Some recent trips have produced some real nice red fish!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 182 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great charter!
Great charter!
Capt. Mike - friendly fish finder
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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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Hellena M.
Carrollton, VA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Half Day trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on June 19, 2023
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Ronald M.
Knoxville, TN
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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Half day with captain Mike, Sept 2022

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (11:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on September 21, 2022
Great trip with Captain Mike.ย  The bite was slow but we had a great time.
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Brian P.
Reidsville, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day fishing trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 6 Crew on June 17, 2022
My whole family enjoyed the time on the water, fishing
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Kurt W.
Middletown, DE
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Old School Fishing Charters

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on October 14, 2021
Great morning fishing trip. Caught keeper trout and sheepshead.ย  Used one of the rigging tips that Captain Mike showed me...
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Dave M.
Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip/ 4 Hours/Party of 2 on April 29, 2022
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