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Captain Scott Housel, owner & operator of Sudden Strike Offshore Adventures LLC, is a USCG licensed 100 Ton Master Captain who has been fishing & diving the waters out of Ponce Inlet since 1990. He has competed in numerous offshore fishing tournaments, winning the Inaugural Fish Stock Tournament in 2003 (formally the Striker).


The Sudden Strike is a 31’ Contender powered by twin 300 HP Suzuki’s. The boat has the speed to get to the fishing grounds quickly and provides spacious room for all of your offshore fishing adventures. Rest assured, even larger groups of 6 can all bottom fish at the same time without getting tangled up.


Captain Scott’s favorite fishing style is bottom fishing because anglers stay engaged and the action is non-stop on most days. During April & May when the Mahi are offshore trolling can provide some consistent action, but sometimes it takes a great deal of patience and perseverance to land a fish like the solid bull Mahi that qualified him for his win this month. (Pictured below)


More From the Captain:

“My father and grandfather first took me fishing when I was 5 years old, and I’ve been hooked ever since. Over the years I have developed a passion and appreciation for the ocean and all the wonders it has to offer. I have caught monster fish, swam with wild dolphins, turtles, sharks and majestic Manta Rays, but most importantly I have experiences and memories that will never be forgotten. Allow me to share my passion with you, your family and friends and help you create the memories that will last a life time.”


Trips Aboard the Sudden Strike include: 4HR Nearshore/Inshore, 5 HR Half Day, 6 HR Half Day (Deepwater), 8 HR Full Day, & a 10 HR Extended Full Day for more experienced anglers!




  • Mar 1, 2022
  • 2 min read

Our next Boat of the Month Winner, Lucky Strike Sportfishing Charters, has been an area favorite for a long time and their reputation surely precedes them. One of Ponce Inlet’s longest running sport fishing charters, the Lucky Strike has been racking in the fish for well over 15 years- and its Captain has been doing so for a whole lot longer. One of their qualifying catches last month (featured below) , a 63.7 pound Mahi-Mahi, is just one of the many stunning catches that make up the highlight reels of Captain Damien’s sport fishing memories.


The Lucky Strike is a 38 foot Henriques Express Sport fisherman powered by twin 500 HP Yanmar diesel engines giving you a cruising speed of 22 knots, ensuring that you have plenty of time to fish. Loaded with all the perks from her outriggers down to her bait wells and electronics, she’s sure to give you the experience of a lifetime no matter what kind of fish you are targeting.


Captain Damien Lawler has over 25 years of experience in charter fishing, and has been at the helm of the Lucky Strike for almost 20 years. A United States Coast Guard licensed Captain, New Smyrna Beach local, and King Of the Inlet winner; he has a definite pride in his fishing and cherishes everyday he gets to spend on the water making dreams come true. After recently battling lung cancer and beating the odds he said that all of his catches mean a little bit more to him these days.


While his favorite fishing is blue water trolling for billfish and pelagic’s, he’s always ready to bottom fish and has boxed countless mount worthy grouper for his clients over the years. Despite landing an absolute stud Mahi this month, Captain Damien stays humble and insists the great catch of his life is being able to wake up and spend another day out on the water.


Available Trips Aboard the Lucky Strike Include: 4/6/8 HR Offshore Trips & 10/12 HR Sportfishing Trips.



  • Feb 1, 2022
  • 2 min read

If inshore fishing is the game- Captain Marshall Wallot of New Legacy Fishing Charters is your man. Whether your looking to catch your first slot snook in the intracoastal, or perhaps have fun playing with triple tail at the bell buoys, their set up is specifically designed to fit your fishing needs.


Armed with a 22 foot Tidewater powered by a 225 horsepower Suzuki his vessel choice was hand picked for both his fishing needs and yours! This boat allows him to expertly navigate all of the shallower and skinnier backwaters Ponce Inlet and the surrounding area has to offer. It is also sturdy and well equipped enough to confidently fish up to 3 miles offshore for all of your nearshore fishing experiences.


A life long fisherman and Port Orange native, Captain Marshall has spent his years fishing in the Halifax and the backwaters around it. Constantly adjusting his techniques to improve traditional tactics by modernizing them when needed, he relies heavily on the wealth of local knowledge he has accumulated over the years to guide him on all his journeys. Being a family man Captain Marshall’s favorite adventures are with families— he loves knowing that landing one killer fish will not only put a smile on everyone’s face but ignite the same love for fishing in the next generation of fisherfolk.


New Legacy Fishing Charters specializes in a variety of inshore fishing styles but Captain Marshall’s true passion is artificial bait fishing for snook and redfish in the Halifax. Once you head off to nearshore fish with him, his favorite is definitely targeting the prehistoric tripletail. A fish that is sure to put the biggest smile on your child’s face once they realize they’ve had the opportunity to catch a real life dinosaur!


Available Trips Aboard New Legacy Fishing Charters Include: 4/5/6/8 Inshore Trips, 4/5/6/8 Nearshore Trips, 4/5/6 Night Trips





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