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!

Bud N Mary's Marina Vacation Booked a stay along with fishing excursion for my birthday. Staff great from pre-planning to actual arrival date. Suggested places to eat and other things to do. Lazy Days restaurant next door, highly recommend for dinner. Do an amazing job on catch and cook, everything is fresh and prepped to order. Also, Saylor Ashton's Sunrise Cafe is conveniently located on the premises, great breakfast and lunches prepared for your day out on the boat. The rooms are clean, and have everything needed for a comfortable stay. Close to multiple dining options, and shopping for all of your needs while visiting Islamorada. Highly recommend, will be visiting again in the future. Very relaxing time spent here.

g r

3/31/2023

Great, fun experience. Highly recommend Took my two sons (17 and 21 years) and my brother there. We stayed in the Ocean Front House and went deep sea fishing for one day and backcountry fishing for one day. We had a great time. It was a great experience. It was kind of slow days for fishing but we caught fish and had a fun time. The boat captains did everything they could to put us on the fish
The Ocean Front house we stayed in was simple and clean. And about 20 yards from where we stepped on the boat. That is super convenient so you could sleep longer in the morning without having to drive a ways to get to the boat and you could get to your room for a nap after a long day of fishing.
Despite not getting the catch of a lifetime we hoped for, it was still a great experience and everyone had a great time. All the captains, mates, staff, and anyone else involved in the operations there were friendly and helpful. I will come back again 100%! Even once we catch the fish of a lifetime, we will keep coming back.

Setafavn

1/05/2024

Great stop for food, bait, fishing gear and charters My husband and I visited Bud and Mary's to grab some bait for our 5th anniversary fishing day trip the beginning of the month. Super friendly and happy people, we're very helpful to point out a nice spot to go fishing, and supplied us with great shrimp bait. Food smelled great but it was early so we plan to come back and try it. The property was super clean, including the dock. There were a lot of charters out that morning and a few visitors milling around. They have a small school of tarpon and nurse sharks and some pelicans hanging around wait for scraps, and you can purchase food to feed them. Really want to jump on a charter next time we come down! They also have a dive shop that had a huge selection of gear, but was closed for lunch while we were there. Great place, we will be back.

janettez2014

3/21/2019