Nick Ewald (Bay Boat)

Guide: Nick Ewald (Bay Boat)
Max Anglers: 4
Make: Pathfinder
Motor: 300 HP
Pricing: Inshore full day - $1200
Half day - $800

Your backcountry fishing guide Captain Nick Ewald can draw on his 25 plus years as a professional charter/tournament fisherman, to deliver you a first class fishing experience.

As a long time resident of Islamorada, you can rely on his knowledge gained through extensive time spent on the water. Navigate the waters of Florida Bay, Everglades National Park, as well as Reef and Gulf waters. The abundance of wildlife to be observed along the way complements the vast varieties of species to target throughout the year. Snook, Tarpon, Redfish, Snapper, Grouper, Triple Tail, Trout, Permit and Bonefish are only part of the availability the area is known for.

Enjoy a comfortable day on the water in a relaxed atmosphere, utilizing top of the line equipped Hells Bay Marquesa skiff or Pathfinder 24 Bay Boat.

Fishing Reports

October 24, 2024

End of October Fishing Report!

Captain Trent’s fishing excursion in the Florida Keys Our fishing excursion with Captain Trent was all that I hoped for and more! He was so knowledgeable and helpful. My husband and I are both elementary school teachers, and we were both very impressed with how good he was with our kids! He was patient, and extremely encouraging! He made small talk with us and even acted as a tour guide by going to places that he knew we would be able to see crocodiles and other Florida wildlife while we fished. Both my husband and son were able to catch lots of fish, and my son was over the moon about catching his dream fish, a tarpon, even though it isn’t tarpon season! We had such a great time, and I would definitely recommend him to anyone!

Heidi B

1/22/2025

Awesome Fishing Trips Our family enjoyed two half day fishing trips in March 2019, while on vacation in The Keys. Both our Captains were exceptional and we highly recommended them! The trips were out of Bud n’ Mary’s Marina. One trip booked through the captain ahead of time and one booked through the marina the day before. The first trip was with Captain Mike Walter, in search of a big tarpon to fulfill our daughter Chelsea’s Bucket List. Captain Mike immediately put us on the tarpon and Chelsea was thrilled with the fight of her 80 pounder. The second trip with Captain Dave Peck was for a variety of different species and we caught a lot of fish, which we enjoyed. But the last fish of the day was the highlight and we will remember it as “The Fish of a Lifetime” a 250 lb Goliath Grouper! It truly was an Amazing Experience! More

Janet M

4/07/2019

I looked at most of the websites prior to booking wirh Capt Rick. TOPSHELF; I got there plenty early and had breakfast at their store. Great call, biscuits and gravy large portion and very good!
It was still 30 minutes before our scheduled time to leave so I asked around the bait shop if Ricky was there yet. I was told that he had left to go get bait, usually this is done on the way to the fishing grounds taking up your fish time. I was aready pleased when Capt Ricky showed up and was ready to leave. His boat was outfitted with the latest in gear and electrionics. I really liked his trolling motor, it was tied to the GPS so when we got to site the motor kept us in perfect position for the bait to drift over the reef. I caught too many fish! Grouper types, snapper types LOTS of great eats!
Capt Ricky is a very good Skipper, he knows the waters and follows the tides very well. I am already planning next years trip and plan to book with Capt Rick @ Bud & Mary's.....

Ed B.

12/17/2013