Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’ 

5.0/5 (147 reviews)
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 Shady Shore Road, Bay City, MI 48706, United States

Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’ 

Bay City, MI, United States
28 ft
6
5.0/5 (147 reviews)

If you've never fished Saginaw Bay before and you're ready to go on Walleye-Perch hunt, book a trip with Dietrich Sportfishing Charters. Captain Shane Dietrich works very hard to put you on the fish and fill your cooler with a delicious catch.

Your transport and fishing platform for the day is Gypsea – a sturdy and spacious 28' Cherokee that accommodates as many as 6 anglers. She's powered by twin 270 HP Crusader engines, which means you'll be on the fish within 30 minutes after leaving the shore. Another great perk of the vessel is that she has an 11' beam, that allows your group to fully enjoy casting their lines and wrestling their catch. The boat's got a toilet and fish finding electronics that will help you locate those spooky fish even faster.

Capt. Shane provides all bait and tackle for your fishing expedition, so you're covered in that aspect. He will also do fish cleaning and bagging at the dock when you return so you can take those tasty fish home to eat. If you're in the mood to eat, but not so much to cook, you can take your cleaned catch to a local restaurant and they will transform into something delicious.

The waters of Saginaw Bay are abundant in Walleye and Yellow Perch, and they will be your main suspect as you head out to the best fishing spots. Walleye fishing is at full swing since April, and Perch takes the spotlight starting August. The season is open until the end of October, so be sure to book a trip up until that point.

Capt. Shane loves having kids aboard, teaching them how to bait their hook and learn more about fish. Captain has an expression that on His boat is very much family friendly and he enjoys taking out parents with children out for a fun memorable outing.

Book a trip with Dietrich Sportfishing Charters and let the Walleye-Perch adventures begin!

If you've never fished Saginaw Bay before and you're ready to go on Walleye-Perch hunt, book a trip with Dietrich Sportfishing Charters. Captain Shane Dietrich works very hard to put you on the fish and fill your cooler with a delicious catch.

Your transport and fishing platform for the day is Gypsea – a sturdy and spacious 28' Cherokee that accommodates as many as 6 anglers. She's powered by twin 270 HP Crusader engines, which means you'll be on the fish within 30 minutes after leaving the shore. Another great perk of the vessel is that she has an 11' beam, that allows your group to fully enjoy casting their lines and wrestling their catch. The boat's got a toilet and fish finding electronics that will help you locate those spooky fish even faster.

Capt. Shane provides all bait and tackle for your fishing expedition, so you're covered in that aspect. He will also do fish cleaning and bagging at the dock when you return so you can take those tasty fish home to eat. If you're in the mood to eat, but not so much to cook, you can take your cleaned catch to a local restaurant and they will transform into something delicious.

The waters of Saginaw Bay are abundant in Walleye and Yellow Perch, and they will be your main suspect as you head out to the best fishing spots. Walleye fishing is at full swing since April, and Perch takes the spotlight starting August. The season is open until the end of October, so be sure to book a trip up until that point.

Capt. Shane loves having kids aboard, teaching them how to bait their hook and learn more about fish. Captain has an expression that on His boat is very much family friendly and he enjoys taking out parents with children out for a fun memorable outing.

Book a trip with Dietrich Sportfishing Charters and let the Walleye-Perch adventures begin!

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Rating

5.0
147 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (189)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

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Amanda Long
Amanda Long
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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New
9th birthday trip for our son!
5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (PM) on June 20, 20262 adults1 child

We had a fabulous experience with Captain Shane! We would absolutely recommend this to families with kids! Captain and his first mate were amazing to our son. We have very little experience fishing and they made this so much fun for all of us. To top it off Captain Shane recommended an amazing restaurant right down the street that would cook the fish we just caught! It was incredible.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain

Thank You!!!! we had a great time watching him haul them fish in the boat!!! Cannot wait to see his excitement and joy behind that fishing rod again. Happy Birthday Young man see you next year!!

Sean Nagy
Sean Nagy
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Captain Shane was great!
Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM) on June 3, 20264 adults

Great trip. Captain put us on the fish. Boat was exceptionally clean and spacious. Reports of little to no fish from other fishermen this particular day, yet Captain Shane worked hard and we were able to come back with a cooler full of Walleye. Great time highly recommend

Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain

Thanks Sean great fishing with you today enjoy your fish fry!

Niki Gulick
Niki Gulick
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
We ‘Limited’ Easy !
Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM) on May 26, 20262 adults

Captain Shane was awesome ! We hit our limit with time to spare & had a great time ! Icing on the cake was taking our walleye filets down the road to Castaways for ‘Catch & Cook’ ! Highly recommend and want to bring the family back to do it again !

Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain

Thank You Niki, was great to spend the Morning with you!! I look forward to fishing with you again.

Craig Artist
Craig Artist
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Grandson Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on June 26, 20251 adult1 child

Our 10 year old grandson had a great time reeling in walleyes. He caught the majority of our fish plus the biggest one in the 4 to 41/2 pound range. The lake was rough but Shane worked hard helping us to get close to our limit. This is the second time we had Shane as our guide and he has done a fantastic job both times. This was our youngest grandson’s first time catching walleye. He had a blast. His favorite part of the trip was riding in the boat at full throttle and of course reeling in the walleye. Thanks Shane for a great trip!

Jami OBryant
Jami OBryant
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip!!
5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (AM) on June 29, 20252 adults

We had so much fun! My hubby fishes a lot, but this was my first time on a charter and first time fishing for walleye. Captain Steve, First Mate Bailey and their crew member (I'm so sorry I didn't catch his name) were so attentive and good at what they do -- and hilarious! Laughed a lot, caught our limit, had amazing weather.. and I totally dropped the very first fish back into the water I attempted to hold in my hands.. sorry Bailey 😬😂 Would definitely go again 10/10!

Reported catch:
Walleye

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5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (AM)
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $400
Shared tour: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (PM)
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
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US $400
Shared tour: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM)
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM)
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
147 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (189)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (147)

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Showing 15 of 147 reviews
Amanda Long
Amanda Long
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
9th birthday trip for our son!
5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (PM) on June 20, 20262 adults1 child

We had a fabulous experience with Captain Shane! We would absolutely recommend this to families with kids! Captain and his first mate were amazing to our son. We have very little experience fishing and they made this so much fun for all of us. To top it off Captain Shane recommended an amazing restaurant right down the street that would cook the fish we just caught! It was incredible.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain

Thank You!!!! we had a great time watching him haul them fish in the boat!!! Cannot wait to see his excitement and joy behind that fishing rod again. Happy Birthday Young man see you next year!!

Sean Nagy
Sean Nagy
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Captain Shane was great!
Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM) on June 3, 20264 adults

Great trip. Captain put us on the fish. Boat was exceptionally clean and spacious. Reports of little to no fish from other fishermen this particular day, yet Captain Shane worked hard and we were able to come back with a cooler full of Walleye. Great time highly recommend

Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain

Thanks Sean great fishing with you today enjoy your fish fry!

Niki Gulick
Niki Gulick
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
We ‘Limited’ Easy !
Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM) on May 26, 20262 adults

Captain Shane was awesome ! We hit our limit with time to spare & had a great time ! Icing on the cake was taking our walleye filets down the road to Castaways for ‘Catch & Cook’ ! Highly recommend and want to bring the family back to do it again !

Reported catch:
Walleye
Response from Captain

Thank You Niki, was great to spend the Morning with you!! I look forward to fishing with you again.

Craig Artist
Craig Artist
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Grandson Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on June 26, 20251 adult1 child

Our 10 year old grandson had a great time reeling in walleyes. He caught the majority of our fish plus the biggest one in the 4 to 41/2 pound range. The lake was rough but Shane worked hard helping us to get close to our limit. This is the second time we had Shane as our guide and he has done a fantastic job both times. This was our youngest grandson’s first time catching walleye. He had a blast. His favorite part of the trip was riding in the boat at full throttle and of course reeling in the walleye. Thanks Shane for a great trip!

Jami OBryant
Jami OBryant
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip!!
5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (AM) on June 29, 20252 adults

We had so much fun! My hubby fishes a lot, but this was my first time on a charter and first time fishing for walleye. Captain Steve, First Mate Bailey and their crew member (I'm so sorry I didn't catch his name) were so attentive and good at what they do -- and hilarious! Laughed a lot, caught our limit, had amazing weather.. and I totally dropped the very first fish back into the water I attempted to hold in my hands.. sorry Bailey 😬😂 Would definitely go again 10/10!

Reported catch:
Walleye

FAQs about Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1987
Boat manufacturer
Cherokee
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 270HP
Max cruising speed
34 knots
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