Incredible experience!

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What anglers say

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  Lindsay Steele

  

  Arizona, US

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  Member since 2026

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  Bucket list - My son’s best day ever!

  4 Hour Trip – Bay (AM) - 6:30 AM on July 28, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

  Our 12-year-old fisherman from Iowa had always dreamed of catching a shark, and Captain Nelson made that dream come true! He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and great with my son. During our trip, we caught eight different species, including two sharks, which made for an unforgettable adventure. My daughter and I aren't big fishing enthusiasts, but we joined the trip to support him—and we ended up having the best time. We even reeled in a few fish ourselves! The entire experience was fun, exciting, and something our family will cherish for years to come. If you're looking for a memorable family fishing adventure, we highly recommend Captain Nelson. He made our son's dream a reality and gave us memories that will last a lifetime. Five stars all the way! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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  Response from Captain

  July 29, 2026

  I am so glad you guys all had a great time. It seems only the fish did not appreciate it too much. I can't wait until next time. Safe travels.

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  Ashley Showalter

  

  Kansas, US

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  Member since 2026

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  Incredible experience!

  5 Hour Trip – Bay - 6:30 AM on July 8, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

  We are on vacation and booked with Captain James to hopefully be able to catch some fish we hadn't ever before and boy did we!! We are a family of 4, 2 kids (age 15 & 9) and both our girls had such a great time. The time flew by because we were having so much fun. We caught several fish, including a Leopard Shark, Guitar fish & a Giant Black Sea Bass, which is protected, to name a few!! It was even better than anticipated. Captain James was amazing from start to finish. Very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful to us, especially being first time salt water anglers. Book with him and you won't be disappointed. Thank you Captain James for giving us and our girls an experience we won't ever forget!

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  Response from Captain

  July 9, 2026

  You guys are wonderful. Thank you for sharing your time with me, and your review for all to see.

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  Nicholas Roberts

  

  California, US

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  Member since 2026

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  Amazing trip overall Captain out did himself!

  5 Hour Trip – Inshore - 6:30 AM on July 18, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

   captain James outdid himself! first stop to the last stop just outside the point of point Loma we were on Fish. We had calico bass, barracuda, lingcod, and white seabass. My daughter couldn’t keep bait on her hook. We couldn’t even put hooks on the lines for live bait. We ended up starting with some artificial jigs and started catching immediately. I would recommend James and his boat for anyone looking to catch fish and enjoy the times.

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  Response from Captain

  July 31, 2026

  You guys were great! I am looking forward to the next time.

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  Jason Booker

  

  Texas, US

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  Member since 2026

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  Easygoing fun!

  4 Hour Trip – Bay (AM) - 7:30 AM on July 7, 2026 • 2 adults

  My son and I had a great morning bay fishing outing with Captain Nelson. Beautiful day, calm water. He was fully prepared and had us fishing within minutes of leaving the marina. Caught bass, then mackeral which turned into bait, then a large leopard shark and a guitarfish. He kept me chuckling with an unending supply of “dad jokes” only a seasoned boat captain could assemble. 100% recommended!

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  Response from Captain

  July 8, 2026

  Absolutely my pleasure, Jason. You guys were awesome! Until next time, safe travels.

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  Amy Ahrens

  

  Pennsylvania, US

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  Member since 2023

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  Holy Mackerel, Captain James is reel-y funny!

  4 Hour Trip – Bay (PM) on July 22, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

  Our family of 4, (13 year old son and 10 year old daughter) had a great time with Captain James on our 4 hour pm fishing charter. His dad jokes kept us all motivated while we waited for the fish the bite. He even got me, the family photographer, to fish and I got 3 mackerel :) We caught sharks, bass and a guitar fish. All around a fin-tastic time on the water!

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  Response from Captain

  July 25, 2026

  You guys are awesome. I am so very honored that you shared your family time with me. It was a pleasure showing your our wonderful fishery. Many blessings