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About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Guests will fish for trout and salmon in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. We troll set lines using artificial lures from May-early October. There will be a first mate along who works for tips. Typical gratuity for a mate is 15-20%.

About Your Trip

Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	3 Hours	5 Hours	10 Hours
1 Person	$480.00	$620.00	$1,120.00
2 People	$480.00	$620.00	$1,120.00
3 People	$480.00	$620.00	$1,120.00
4 People	$540.00	$680.00	$1,260.00
5 People	$540.00	$680.00	$1,260.00
6 People	$540.00	$680.00	$1,260.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,080.00	$1,360.00	$2,520.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,080.00	$1,360.00	$2,520.00
9 People (Second Boat)	$1,080.00	$1,360.00	$2,520.00
10 People (Second Boat)	$1,080.00	$1,360.00	$2,520.00
11 People (Second Boat)	$1,080.00	$1,360.00	$2,520.00
12 People (Second Boat)	$1,080.00	$1,360.00	$2,520.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

David L.

Independent Guide 19 years of exp.

Talkative

Intense

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

David L.

Independent Guide 19 years of exp.

Hi, my name is Captain Dave. I grew up fishing in Wisconsin, and my first experiences on Lake Michigan were fishing for jumbo perch out of a 12 foot rowboat! Just after I graduated from high school, a friend introduced me to the trout and salmon game. I immediately started looking for work with other reputable charters in the area. In 2010, after three seasons of being a first mate, I decided to get my captain’s license.

The 2025 season will be my 19th in the charter fishing industry! In that time, I have developed relationships with other local recreational and charter fishermen, and have gained an incredible amount of knowledge about targeting Great Lakes salmon and trout. Every trip is an adventure!

I am passionate about the outdoors, and love all types of hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, and other outdoor recreation. During the fall, winter, and spring I can be found teaching in a classroom in a nearby district. It is my pleasure to share my knowledge of Lake Michigan with all my charter fishing guests. If you want to learn how to set equipment on your trip, just let my first mate or me know and we can tailor your experience to fit your needs. After all, it’s your trip, your vacation, your adventure!

Welcome aboard!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

I caught a 180 pound yellowfin tuna in Mexico!

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Wisconsin Fish Fry

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

I caught a 180 pound yellowfin tuna in Mexico!

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Wisconsin Fish Fry

What’s your favorite band?

I like a lot of different music. I flip between the country, pop, and rock stations.

What’s your favorite movie?

Ferris Bueller's Day Off

What’s your favorite sports team?

Packers

What’s your drink of choice?

Bubblr or Diet Cola

What was your last halloween costume?

A hospital patient. It was a gown, socks, undies, and a pee bottle filled with apple juice that I sipped on.

What do you want for Christmas this year?

World Peace

How did you get started guiding?

I called around and was hired on as a mate for a couple different Charter businesses.

What makes you different from other guides?

I want fishing to be fun. Guiding can make a lot of guys pretty uptight because we're at the mercy of nature. I want every trip to be fun whether the fishing is good or not.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Areas Fished

Lake Michigan
Sheboygan River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Chris Craft
Year Built: 1985
Boat Length: 36'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Chris Craft
Year Built: 1985
Boat Length: 36'
Engine Manufacturer: Mercruiser
Total Horsepower: 700
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Ample Seating, Radio, All Fishing Equipment needed for Great Lakes Trolling,

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

The weather can be chilly so I recommend warm clothing like a sweatshirt along just in case!

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

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