Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’

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!



Trip availability and prices

  • Shared trip
    5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    This trip is designed at the customer's request to do a shared trip with other fishermen that do not have a full group.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Freshwater Drum
    Freshwater Drum
  • Shared trip
    5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    This trip is designed at the customer's request to do a shared trip with other fishermen that do not have a group.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Freshwater Drum
    Freshwater Drum
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $600
    Join Captain Shane for 5 hours of fishing for Walleye and spend your morning in the best way possible. Saginaw Bay is one of the best places in the country to go after this amazing game fish, so don't hold back.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Freshwater Drum
    Freshwater Drum
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 30
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $600
    Trolling for Walleye as the sun is setting – it doesn't sound too shabby, does it? You get the whole afternoon on the waters of Saginaw Bay to wrestle with Walleye and earn your bragging rights.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Freshwater Drum
    Freshwater Drum
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Customer reviews

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out of 5 stars from 128 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
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Experience
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Trista J.
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Great way to celebrate a birthday!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on May 18, 2024
I have wanted to try a fishing charter for a long time.  So for my 40th I decided that’s what I wanted to do!  My wife...
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Craig A.
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Grandson Graduation Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on May 13, 2024
Shane was great.  He made the trip really enjoyable and special.  During the trip, which started off with the sun shining,...
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Marla B.
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Fun Charter

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on September 22, 2024
We had a great day catching fish on the Bay.  My elderly father was excited to get back on the water after being sidelined...
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Jeff W.
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First Fish!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (PM) on August 8, 2024
We used Dietrich’s Sportfishing Charter to take our German exchange student fishing for the very first ever. Captain Shane...
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Dan R.
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What a day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on July 13, 2024
Weather was just about perfect. After a few texts making sure we knew where to go,we were on our way. After a ride out, rods...
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FAQs about Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’

Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’ offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $200 per person - 5 Hour Trip – Shared Walleye (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) (5 hours)

When you book a trip with Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet There is a private head available for your use!
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Radar

Trips booked with Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’ include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We do not use live bait)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning and bagging is available at no charge)
  • First Mate (First Mate is available certain times of year. First Mate works for tips. 15 to 20 percent of trip cost is customary)

Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’ offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (We fish The Saginaw bay of Lake Huron.)
  • Lake Fishing

Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’ offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Dietrich's Sportfishing Charters – 28’ include:
  • Walleye

Your captain

Shane Dietrich
Bay City, Michigan, United States
3 Fishing Reports
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131 Customer reviews
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Member since July 2018
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I grew up fishing the Saginaw Bay and its tributaries. I remember my dad taking me fishing for Perch, Walleye, Salmon, and many other species that Michigan has to offer on inland lakes, rivers, and the Great Lakes. I lived in very close proximity to the Tittabawassee River as a kid and remember my mom dropping me off on her way to work so I could fish. The Walleye runs were good back then but not near how great they are these days. I was passionate about fishing then and as I grew older, my passion turned into an obsession. Now the Walleye fishing is world class and as a grown man, I am still obsessed with catching and eating these tasty fish. I look forward to every trip I have on the Saginaw Bay. From the sunrises to the sunsets and all the great people I get to meet and fish with, I am truly blessed to have been introduced to fishing by my father at a young age.

The fish you can target

Walleye Walleye

What the boat is like

Boat Image
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

Which types of fishing are offered

River Fishing
We fish The Saginaw bay of Lake Huron.
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
There is a private head available for your use!
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We do not use live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning and bagging is available at no charge
First Mate
First Mate is available certain times of year. First Mate works for tips. 15 to 20 percent of trip cost is customary

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Kids are welcome Adults are tolerated!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
Checks

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