Captain
Uncle Mike Modica

Uncle Mike served as a Captain the first time in the US Army. He is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, NY. He served in a tank unit after graduating from Airborne and Ranger Schools. Upon his discharge from the US Army, Uncle Mike earned his MBA at Harvard Business School.

Uncle Mike spent most of his business career as a financial executive in small companies and as an investor in venture capital and private equity funds. Never really liking business other than as a means to an end, Mike retired to devote his time to his children…. and fishing.

Mike earned his second title of “Captain” by completing the Long Island Captain’s School in Calverton.

Captain
Christopher Modica

Chris is responsible for igniting our shared passion for fishing.  It all started when Chris (but seven years old at the time) asked, “Dad, would you take me fishing?”

Chris has developed into a passionate, knowledgeable angler…a real “sharpie”. He knows our fishing grounds as well as anyone… at 22 years of age! At age 17, Chris earned the same US Coast Guard Captain’s certification as his dad (aka a  “six pack” license).

Chris recently completed his bachelor’s degree from Boston University. He writes about fishing both here and on his website.
"Nobody better ..."

Praise from the Experts

Captain Mike and his son Chris deliver fishing memories that will last a lifetime. There is nobody better in the Shinnecock Bay fishery.
Capt. John N Raguso
MarCeeJay
If you get a chance to fish with Captain Mike, grab it! Nobody tries harder to show his clients a great time on the water.
Capt. Kevin Falvey
Long Island Fishing Expert

Praise from the Clients

Captain Mike is great with kids! Even my three year old son caught lots of fish! We are looking forward to doing it again next year!
Zach C
Proud Father
I always look forward to going out with Captain Mike. His enthusiasm and quirky sense of humor are bonuses on top of all the fish we catch.
Mike Maneri
Executive Chef
It would not be summer without a fishing trip with Captain Mike. Not only does he put you on the fish, but he prepares the catch with surgical precision as well. Highly recommended!
Mitchell B
Attorney
I visit Long Island twice each year from Florida. I schedule my trips AFTER I have made my reservation with Captain Mike. The size and quantity of the catch are insane.
Colby Conologue
Realtor