Sometimes the fishing gods smile down on you, and on Sunday June 9th, they were practically
beaming. Our My Fishing Cape Cod group trip with Captain Mike Fowler and first mate Tyler aboard
Bad Dog Sportfishing was one of those magical days that reminded me of why I fell in love with fishing
in the first place.
Why Flounder Fishing Gets Everyone Hooked
There's something special about flounder fishing that gets people absolutely fired up.
Maybe it's the nostalgia factor – for many of our members, it brings back memories of fishing with grandpa or dad, creating those priceless moments that shaped their love for the sport. Or perhaps it's the fact that while great flounder fishing has dried up in traditional hotspots like Quincy, New Jersey, and New York, Cape Cod Bay remains a thriving flounder paradise.
Whatever the reason, these trips book up faster than you can say "keeper flounder." And after experiencing this particular outing, it's easy to see why.
Setting Sail from Sesuit Harbor
Meeting Captain Mike at Sesuit Harbor in Dennis, we were greeted by his gorgeous 31-foot lobster boat – a vessel that's as practical as it is comfortable. With plenty of deck space and a functioning marine toilet, this boat is perfect for a relaxed day on the water. No cramped quarters or uncomfortable rides here.
The northeast wind kicked up a little chop on Cape Cod Bay, but Mike's sturdy vessel handled it like a champion. There's something therapeutic about the slow, steady ride out to the fishing grounds. No rush, no stress – just the anticipation building as you watch the shoreline fade behind you.
Captain Mike’s 31-foot lobster boat leads the way as our crew sets out from Sesuit Harbor — high spirits and a full day of flounder fishing ahead.
Technology Meets Tradition
Captain Mike's setup is impressive without being overwhelming. His spot-lock trolling motor on the bow allows him to position perfect drifts through the flounder grounds with surgical precision. It's fishing technology at its finest – using modern tools to enhance the traditional experience rather than replace it.
Speaking of the grounds, the underwater camera footage revealed something amazing: the bottom was absolutely littered with shells. For winter flounder, this is like discovering a seafood buffet. Unlike their summer cousins (fluke), winter flounder have small mouths perfectly designed for munching clams, snails, sea worms, and mussels. Those shells tell the whole story – this area is flounder heaven.
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