Captain James Nelson – Fishing Guide

Specialties

Hi, I am Captain James Nelson. I am a full time, fully licensed, fishing guide. My specialties are families, and especially kids. As a father of four myself, I know what it is like to find a fulfilling adventure for the kids, where they have fun, and mom and dad don’t have to work hard at it. With me, you don’t. That’s my job.

With more than 20 species of fish to catch, San Diego Bay is the best fishery in the south west US. In the San Diego area, we also have easy access to some big largemouth bass, plenty of ocean fish from top (tuna and yellowtail) to bottom (lingcod and halibut).

I include everything you need for a full step-​on-​step-​off fishing adventure on the waters of San Diego.

History

Established in 2008.

Captain James Nelson has been fishing San Diego waters for more than 35 years. He started guiding part time in the late nineties, and has since qualified for a Captain’s License (Masters) with the US Coast Guard. He became a full time fully licensed fishing guide in 2008. Since then, The Fish Icon (aka Fishing Guide San Diego) has become the busiest professional guide service in San Diego.

Meet the Business Owner

James N.

Business Owner

Captain James Nelson:

Holder of USCG Masters License.

San Diego native, born in La Mesa in 1969.

Married high school sweetheart.

Father of four beautiful children.

Has fished professional bass tournaments in and out of California.

Freelance writer, often found in Bass Angler Magazine.

Been seen on TV; Outdoor Channel, ESPN, and Fox Sports.

Been heard on radio; has weekly call-​in spot on Rod and Reel Radio.

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