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River fishing salmon or steelhead

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Nathaniel Wellman

Independent Guide
Quality
Talkative
Intense
Instructional
Adventurous
Beginner Oriented
I've been a charter Captain for 23yrs now on Lake Michigan and the rivers in West Michigan. I am a family man also and truly enjoy getting kids out for big fish. I'm a true fishing addict I'm on the water pretty much daily if I'm guiding or just for fun. I like the best gear made from rods and reels to boats graphs,baits ect. I keep everything updated and keep up with the current trends. I enjoy teaching and instructing people on the ways of the fishing world. I like to have the best gear,boats,tackle,graphs and first mates.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Nathaniel Wellman

Nathaniel Wellman

Independent Guide
I've been a charter Captain for 23yrs now on Lake Michigan and the rivers in West Michigan. I am a family man also and truly enjoy getting kids out for big fish. I'm a true fishing addict I'm on the water pretty much daily if I'm guiding or just for fun. I like the best gear made from rods and reels to boats graphs,baits ect. I keep everything updated and keep up with the current trends. I enjoy teaching and instructing people on the ways of the fishing world. I like to have the best gear,boats,tackle,graphs and first mates.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
We hold the Lake Michigan tournament record at 39.3lbs. I do some traveling to saltwater fish so big sharks sailfish and marlin would top my largest catches.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Anything on a grill or smoker i like meat especially wild game.
What’s your favorite band?
Kid Rock and lots of country
What’s your favorite movie?
I like action or suspence movies something with a good twist. But if I have my choice I'm watching hunting and fishing shows.

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
We hold the Lake Michigan tournament record at 39.3lbs. I do some traveling to saltwater fish so big sharks sailfish and marlin would top my largest catches.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Anything on a grill or smoker i like meat especially wild game.
What’s your favorite band?
Kid Rock and lots of country
What’s your favorite movie?
I like action or suspence movies something with a good twist. But if I have my choice I'm watching hunting and fishing shows.
What’s your favorite sports team?
Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines but I don't take much time to fallow sports since I'm either on the water or in the woods.
What’s your drink of choice?
I like many drinks mostly water some coffee and maybe a glass of whiskey to unwind at the end of the day.
What was your last halloween costume?
We don't do Halloween instead we celebrate the fall season.
What do you want for Christmas this year?
We only celebrate jesus as we are a true Christian family but also very humble and accepting to others beliefs.
How did you get started guiding?
My dad and grandpa got me started at a young age fishing. Then one day I said to my dad I want to fish every day for the rest of my life so here we are. I find true enjoyment out of taking people out to catch fish of a lifetime!!
What makes you different from other guides?
I truly don't like to get out fished, I have a very strong work ethic!!! I'm also a family man and truly love getting kids and woman into big fish. I live on the river and have a fishing addiction. I've fished more days than anyone probably should lol and I work very hard to stay on top of the fish every day. Plus I have a addiction to top notch fishing gear you will have the best rods and reels in your hand for the fishing we do. Also my boats are fully equipped with the latest and greatest technology.
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