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Silver Dog Charters offers world-class Salmon and Trout fishing out of Port Washington, Wisconsin. Captain Alex Swartzlander will work hard to put your group on fish. Even when fishing gets tough he will go the extra mile to make your trip enjoyable and a memorable experience!

Aboard “Silver Dog,” you will enjoy a tournament style fishing experience on a boat that is designed and rigged to catch fish. The 25’ Sport-Craft allows for longer and faster runs to the most productive waters. Silver Dog is also equipped with all necessary fishing gear and safety equipment allowing for a safe trip and peace of mind for all on board.

The fishing season starts in April and lasts until November. Depending on the month, you will catch a mix of King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, and Lake Trout. Groups of 3 will have plenty of space to fish for these species in comfort.

Captain Alex will provide rods, reels, and tackle, live bait, and lures, and will also clean and fillet your catch at the end of the trip. Kids are welcome aboard, and if you need snacks, feel free to pack them. The captain will have Gatorade and water on the boat. Please purchase a fishing license before the day.

Silver Dog Fishing Charters is ready to take you for a productive day of fishing, so hop aboard!



FAQs about Silver Dog Fishing Charters

Silver Dog Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (12PM) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (3PM) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $25 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)

When you book a trip with Silver Dog Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Porta potty
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Silver Dog Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Soda & water)

Silver Dog Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Silver Dog Fishing Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Silver Dog Fishing Charters include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet the Captain

Alex Swartzlander
Port Washington, Wisconsin, United States
48 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2018
With Captain Alex at the helm, you don't feel like any other customer, he will always go the extra mile to get you on the fish. He's got a great, comfortable boat, quality fishing gear, and a friendly first mate to help you with everything.

About this listing

Targeted species

Brown Trout Brown Trout
Lake Trout Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

Sport Craft (Sportfishing) originally built in 2000. Powered by a 350HP Mercruiser engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
Porta potty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Soda & water

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 48 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (61)
Half Day AM
Half Day AM
Good attitude and Patient
+58
Angler rating
45
3
0
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Adam T.
Atlanta, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day AM

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 23, 2023
Great day out on the water with Alex and Brad.
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Jack M.
DeWitt, IA
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (3PM) on August 5, 2023
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Travis B.
Platteville, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Early morning trip with Captain Alex

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 18, 2022
What a wonderful experience! Captain Alex was on point with everything. Boat and gear were ready and worked great. We were...
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Cindy D.
Walford, IA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 23, 2021
This fishing charter on Lake Michigan will not disappoint. Capt. Alex of Silver Dog Fishing Charters in Port Washington, Wisc...
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Tyson M.
Alexandria, MN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half a day with captain Alex

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 26, 2022
Captain Alex operates a great looking boat, he maintained a positive attitude while Mother Nature wasn’t cooperating,  ...
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