If you’re up for a freshwater adventure in Georgia, visit Cumming and join Chase In Fins! Captain Bruno Mingione has been fishing on Lake Lanier for 19 years, and he’ll be happy to show you all the best spots and techniques when it comes to lake fishing.

His 23’ Carolina Skiff center console boat is perfect for exploring these productive waters. The boat can accommodate up to 4 people who can all fish at the same time. It features a wireless trolling motor, so you can target those fearful fish without spooking them. There’s up-to-date navigational equipment on board, as well as an icebox and a cooler.

Capt. Bruno will have Shimano, Okuma, and Daiwa rods and reels for you to use, and you’ll be fishing with live bait prepared in advance. Be sure to bring your fishing license, which you can get online before the trip.

Lake Lanier is home to different species of Bass, so you’ll target Striped, Spotted, and Hybrid Striped Bass on all trips. If you want to take your catch home and have it for dinner, you are free to do so. Keep in mind that there are no cleaning stations in the area, so you’ll have to take care of cleaning and filleting the fish.

Spend some quality time with your family in nature, and make some lifelong memories with your kids. Capt. Bruno loves fishing with kids and seeing the excitement on their faces after they reel in their first fish! Life jackets will be provided for them, so you can relax and enjoy your day.

Make sure to dress weather-appropriately, and bring some food and drinks to stay refreshed throughout the trip.

Pack your things, book Chase In Fins, and get ready for a freshwater fishing adventure like no other!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $400
    Start your day in the early morning by exploring the waters of Lake Lanier. You'll spend 5 hours targeting the prized species of Bass – Spotted, Striped, and Hybrid Striped. All the equipment will be provided for you, just make sure to dress accordingly, bring something to eat and drink. Pack some sun protection as well, and get ready for your lake adventure!

FAQs about Chase In Fins

Chase In Fins offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)

When you book a trip with Chase In Fins, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder 3 Hummingbirds
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Chase In Fins include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Okuma, Shimano, and Daiwa.)
  • Live Bait (Bought before the trip.)
  • Lures

Chase In Fins offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Lanier.)

Chase In Fins offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping

Top targeted fish species with Chase In Fins include:
  • Bass (Spotted)
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Hybrid Striped Bass

Meet the Captain

Bruno Mingione
Cumming, Georgia, United States
8 Customer reviews
Response time 24 hours
Member since October 2019
Captain Bruno started as a First Mate in NJ a long time ago and moved to Georgia in 2000. He started guiding in 2003. He's got a wealth of experience in both salt and freshwater fishing, and fishing is his biggest passion. He gets the most enjoyment out of fishing with families and children, witnessing their excitement when they reel in the fish. He always makes sure that his customers are having fun, and he loves spending time with them sharing experiences.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Spotted) Spotted Bass
Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass Hybrid Striped Bass

Boat specs

Carolina Skiff Sea Chaser (Center console) originally built in 2016. Powered by a 250HP Suzuki 250 engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Lake Lanier.

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
3 Hummingbirds
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Okuma, Shimano, and Daiwa.
Live Bait
Bought before the trip.
Lures

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Ages 7 and up.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (8)
Half day trip with Captain Bruno
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Angler rating
6
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
75%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Steve G.
Cumming, GA
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain Bruno

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on April 7, 2021
Fun trip despite only catching a couple of fish. Guess that’s why they call it fishing instead of catching! The lack of fish...
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Melissa G.
Dahlonega, Georgia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Bruno

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 8, 2020
Cole catching his first fish with Butch.  We really enjoyed our trip on the lake and would definitely fdo it again!
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Louis S.
Alpharetta, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 20, 2020
Captain worked hard to get us on fish; beautiful day on the water!
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Jarvey B.
Boca Raton, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on August 5, 2020
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Brandon T.
Jonesboro, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Bruno

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 18, 2020
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