Rambling Rose Guide Service 

4.9
(16 reviews)
 148 South Shores, Sullivan, IL 61951, United States–

Rambling Rose Guide Service 

Sullivan, IL, United States
–
20 ft
2
4.9
(16 reviews)

Rambling Rose Guide Service is a veteran-owned and operated company that specializes in family fishing adventures in Central Illinois. Join Captain Nicholas Rose in Sullivan and embark on a wonderful trip to Lake Shelbyville or a nearby river where you'll meet various prized species as well as enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

You'll fish from a 20' SeaArk aluminum fishing boat, one of the best-equipped, if not the best-equipped boat in the area. It only uses the finest tackle and equipment, all of which will be provided to you at no cost. The boat can sit up to 2 guests and is powered by a 150 HP Suzuki engine. It uses modern navigation technology, a wireless trolling motor, and has got a livewell to supply you with live bait.

Trolling on light tackle, you and the captain will target Crappie, White Bass, and Walleye. You get to keep all your catch and you're free to bring children on your trip so you can have a great time in nature together.

Captain Nicholas provides you with all the rods, reels, and tackle, as well as live bait and lures. You'll also get catch cleaning for free. What you should bring on your trip is fishing licenses, food, and drinks.

Visit Rambling Rose Guide Service and have a great time fishing!

Rambling Rose Guide Service is a veteran-owned and operated company that specializes in family fishing adventures in Central Illinois. Join Captain Nicholas Rose in Sullivan and embark on a wonderful trip to Lake Shelbyville or a nearby river where you'll meet various prized species as well as enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

You'll fish from a 20' SeaArk aluminum fishing boat, one of the best-equipped, if not the best-equipped boat in the area. It only uses the finest tackle and equipment, all of which will be provided to you at no cost. The boat can sit up to 2 guests and is powered by a 150 HP Suzuki engine. It uses modern navigation technology, a wireless trolling motor, and has got a livewell to supply you with live bait.

Trolling on light tackle, you and the captain will target Crappie, White Bass, and Walleye. You get to keep all your catch and you're free to bring children on your trip so you can have a great time in nature together.

Captain Nicholas provides you with all the rods, reels, and tackle, as well as live bait and lures. You'll also get catch cleaning for free. What you should bring on your trip is fishing licenses, food, and drinks.

Visit Rambling Rose Guide Service and have a great time fishing!

Nicholas Rose
Captain
Nicholas Rose
9 years of experience
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5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing
Non-refundable
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $425
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.9
16 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Reviews (16)

  • Lorenzo Price
    Lorenzo Price
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    First and hopefully many more trip was fantastic

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on May 18, 2024 • 2 adults

    My grandson and I had a great time.The trip was educational,fun and relaxing.Nike was very professional and patient did all he could to make our trip memorable.

  • Christopher Morris
    Christopher Morris
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2024
    4.3
    Verified

    The captain and crew Was Adjustable

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on August 1, 2024 • 2 adults

    The captain was patient of to wait an hour for the weather to pass after that. It was on fish galore. No time for texting just catch catch catch. They ended up being beautiful and the crappies were hungry. Highly recommend

  • Joshua Hrnciar
    Joshua Hrnciar
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    What an amazing time!

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on May 28, 2022 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Nick Rose is the man! He is great with kids. My son and I were shown some great fishing. Everything was taken care of. We will definitely be booking more trips in the near future. Can't thank nick enough for the experience.

  • Alfredo Rosario
    Alfredo Rosario
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2017
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Nicholas

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on June 11, 2023 • 2 adults
  • Brad Woods
    Brad Woods
    Member since 2022
    5.0

    Fishing with Nicholas

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on December 31, 2021
  • Brian Edwards
    Brian Edwards
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2025
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    It's crappie season!

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on April 14, 2026 • 1 adult

    On a windy afternoon, Captain Nick found the quiet spots to fish leisurely and we caught a total of about 30 crappie and a few drum, with all but a couple over the legal limit. It was a great afternoon of fishing and conversation, more typical of a less chaotic time. Hope to repeat the experience soon!

  • John Peeler
    John Peeler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0

    GREAT FAMILY TIME

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on May 8, 2022

    First good choice was booking with Nick! Second good choice was inviting my brother and my nephew. The locals told me I would be very happy with Nick and that truly was an understatement! Nick is both professional and just a fun guy to hang out with. He was there ready to go with boat in the water gear ready and bait fresh. His knowledge of the lake and just crappie was awesome. His boat and equipment was fantastic. What we really enjoyed about Nick is how he interacted with us all day. It was like fishing with an old friend more than with a guide. He truly has a servants heart and cares both about his clients and nature as a whole. We have already booked again for the fall of this year. We have booked with guides from anything from hunting to fishing to sailing and cliff climbing and Nick by far is at the top of that list of top notch guides. Being a veteran myself I always look to support other veterans and in this case it was everything I hoped for. Time is so valuable today more than ever and the need to relax and enjoy your time is also at a premium today. So if you’re looking to do both they fishing look no further than Nick Rose! Thanks again Nick for a wonderful family day !

  • Christopher Winling
    Christopher Winling
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Crappie Fishing With Captain Nick

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on April 1, 2022 • 2 adults

    With Rambling Rose Guide Service no details are missed. From booking to follow up calls to cleaning our hefty limit of crappies Captain Nick ensured we had an experience to remember. My son and I had a great time and will be back for future trips guaranteed! All we can say is “Thank You” for taking the time to not only assist us with techniques for catching crappie but to teach us how to be better fisherman as well. - Chris and Andrew

  • Shay Wagner
    Shay Wagner
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on May 29, 2022 • 2 adults

    Started off the trip quickly catching crappies, followed by more crappies. We had an amazing time on the water with good company. Captain Nick is very personable and professional. Already looking to set another date to fish with him again. Fish on!

  • Del Vanwinkle
    Del Vanwinkle
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Nicholas

    5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on September 3, 2023 • 2 adults

Rating

4.9
16 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Brian Edwards
Brian Edwards
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
It's crappie season!
5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on April 14, 2026 • 1 adult

On a windy afternoon, Captain Nick found the quiet spots to fish leisurely and we caught a total of about 30 crappie and a few drum, with all but a couple over the legal limit. It was a great afternoon of fishing and conversation, more typical of a less chaotic time. Hope to repeat the experience soon!

Reported catch:
Crappie
Nicholas Rose
Response from Captain

Thank you for the kind words Brian!

FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
5.0
GREAT FAMILY TIME
5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on May 8, 2022

First good choice was booking with Nick! Second good choice was inviting my brother and my nephew. The locals told me I would be very happy with Nick and that truly was an understatement! Nick is both professional and just a fun guy to hang out with. He was there ready to go with boat in the water gear ready and bait fresh. His knowledge of the lake and just crappie was awesome. His boat and equipment was fantastic. What we really enjoyed about Nick is how he interacted with us all day. It was like fishing with an old friend more than with a guide. He truly has a servants heart and cares both about his clients and nature as a whole. We have already booked again for the fall of this year. We have booked with guides from anything from hunting to fishing to sailing and cliff climbing and Nick by far is at the top of that list of top notch guides. Being a veteran myself I always look to support other veterans and in this case it was everything I hoped for. Time is so valuable today more than ever and the need to relax and enjoy your time is also at a premium today. So if you’re looking to do both they fishing look no further than Nick Rose! Thanks again Nick for a wonderful family day !

Reported catch:
Crappie
Nicholas Rose
Response from Captain

Wow! Thanks for the kind words!!! Can’t wait to chase them this fall!!!

Lorenzo Price
Lorenzo Price
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
First and hopefully many more trip was fantastic
5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on May 18, 2024 • 2 adults

My grandson and I had a great time.The trip was educational,fun and relaxing.Nike was very professional and patient did all he could to make our trip memorable.

Christopher Winling
Christopher Winling
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Crappie Fishing With Captain Nick
5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on April 1, 2022 • 2 adults

With Rambling Rose Guide Service no details are missed. From booking to follow up calls to cleaning our hefty limit of crappies Captain Nick ensured we had an experience to remember. My son and I had a great time and will be back for future trips guaranteed! All we can say is “Thank You” for taking the time to not only assist us with techniques for catching crappie but to teach us how to be better fisherman as well. - Chris and Andrew

Reported catch:
Crappie
Christopher Morris
Christopher Morris
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
4.3
Verified
The captain and crew Was Adjustable
5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing on August 1, 2024 • 2 adults

The captain was patient of to wait an hour for the weather to pass after that. It was on fish galore. No time for texting just catch catch catch. They ended up being beautiful and the crappies were hungry. Highly recommend

FAQs about Rambling Rose Guide Service

Rambling Rose Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $425 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Crappie Fishing (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Rambling Rose Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Rambling Rose Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Rambling Rose Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Lake fishing (Lake Shelbyville)
Rambling Rose Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Rambling Rose Guide Service include:
  • Bass (White)
  • Crappie
  • Walleye

Your captain

Nicholas Rose
Nicholas Rose
Sullivan, Illinois, United States
17 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2021
Captain Nicholas Rose is a fully licensed OUPV Coast Guard Captain and fishing guide. He's been on the water since his childhood and has chased fish all over the world.
Nicholas Rose
Nicholas Rose
17
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
Captain Nicholas Rose is a fully licensed OUPV Coast Guard Captain and fishing guide. He's been on the water since his childhood and has chased fish all over the world.

The fish you can target

White Bass
White Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Walleye
Walleye
White Bass
White Bass
Crappie
Crappie
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Fishing with Nicholas
    Del V.
    Del V.
  • Fishing with Nicholas
    Alfredo R.
    Alfredo R.
  • Fishing with Nicholas
    John S.
    John S.
  • Great Trip
    Shay W.
    Shay W.
  • What an amazing time!
    Joshua H.
    Joshua H.
  • Crappie Trip with Nick Rose
    Anthony G.
    Anthony G.
  • April fishing trip
    Charles S.
    Charles S.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
SeaArk
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

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

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch

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