Capt James Nelson

03/25/2026

What a whirlwind month March has been. Spring Break has sprung all over my calendar. Sorry I missed the PCS Show again, but I was working. While March may be a done deal, there are still a few dates left in April. Thank you all for your support.
The bite is good, and the weather is great. Get out there and go fishing.
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03/08/2026

Not a lot of dates left in March for my services. Nonetheless, the bite is great, and you should get on the water. If you can find a date I am available, I would love to have you. If you need to fish a date I am not available, and want to go with a guide, contact me. I know people, and will lead you to whom I would go with.

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11/15/2025

Today, I was reminded of an article the great Jim Hendricks wrote about me guiding for Bonefish in San Diego Bay. It was published in Salt Water Sportsman 13 years ago. Hard to believe how much time has past. Then again, I am now into my 19th year of self employment.

The bonefish of San Diego Bay are plentiful and eager to fight.

09/02/2025

Vincent, Emma, Jace, and Megan came from AZ to gather a few supplies for taco night. Some Barracuda were also caught. They saw loads of marine life, enjoyed a playful Mini-Mako, and Vince got to ski behind a photo-shy Bat Ray. Wanna know a secret? September and October are offer some of our best fishing, crowds are down, and mamy hotels offer discounts.

08/31/2025

Jim, Finley, and Tom rocked the Bay Bass and a few other critters. Finley even caught his first Bonefish, and Shark. Together, they not only had several doubles, but two triples.

08/29/2025

Gene and Jake have been fishing with me since the beginning. That was many boats ago. Almost 20 years of creating memories together. Last year, they brought Erick along, and completed the three generational snapshot. I have a cool job. These pics are from our trip this week.

08/23/2025

It was so fun to finally meet fellow fishing guide Mark and his daughter Lucy. Together, the bay fish didn't stand a chance.

08/22/2025

Henry brought his parents, Toby and Amy, out on a fantastic day in the bay. The weather is great. The bite is on. Let's go!

08/20/2025

Steve, Chris, and Erick scored big time on the big bay. Steve got the Bass Trifecta, and all of them got to pull on a California Halibut.
The weather is great. The bite is awesome. Now is time to get out there.

08/16/2025

Cameron, Yasha, Reza, and Richard started the trip as if it were Flag Day. Eventually, the rock pile started producing Treefish, Whitefish, and a variety of other rockfish. In all, they'll have plenty of taco meat to celebrate sending Cameron and Yasha off to college next week.

08/15/2025

Rusty and Jennifer brought Wyatt and Whit out to jam on Bass and Guitars. Now is the time to get your family and friends on an awesome bite.

08/11/2025

For this trip, Adam really wanted a Bonefish. Together with John, and Austin, they caught not only Bonefish, but a total of 9 species.