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
183
Reviews
26
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Old School Fishing Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(183 reviews)
Angler's choice
Wanchese
 Last booking: 6 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
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 we’ve had a great season thus far! The speckled sea trout fishing has been exceptional and steady. We’re also catching flounder, red fish, blue fish, sheep’s head, and an assortment of other species. Book a trip to get in on the action!
Continue reading
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!
Continue reading
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!
Continue reading
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!
Continue reading
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!
Continue reading
Red Drum Bite Getting Hot
Red Drum Bite Getting Hot
Jun 24, 2025 Wanchese
Some recent trips have produced some real nice red fish!
Continue reading

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 183 reviews
See details
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (473)
August fishing trip
Great charter!
Great charter!
+470
Angler rating
167
12
1
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
90%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 183 reviews
Elizabeth M.
East Bend, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The tugs the drug!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on November 13, 2021
Captain Mike showed us a good time.  We would recommend him to anyone! The McKnight’s
Elizabeth M. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Elizabeth M. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Rebecca S.
Annapolis, Maryland
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

4 hour trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (3:00 PM) MAX 6 Crew on November 12, 2021
We had a good time, caught plenty of fish and Captain Mike was a fun captain.
Rebecca S. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Rebecca S. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Michael B.
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   Half Day Winter 2 person max 8 AM on December 26, 2023
Michael B. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Michael Rosso Captain replied
Read more
Nathan H.
United States
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip/ 4 Hours/Party of 2 on June 8, 2023
Nathan H. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  Michael Rosso Captain replied
Read more
Chris G.
Richmond, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (7:00 AM) MAX 2 Crew on October 19, 2021
Chris G. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Chris G. recommends Old School Fishing Charters
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  • Settings