Big Bobber Charters – Manistee 

4.8/5 (2 reviews)
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Veteran Owned
 Manistee, Manistee, MI 49660, United States

Big Bobber Charters – Manistee 

Manistee, MI, United States
26 ft
5
4.8/5 (2 reviews)

Spend a beautiful day of fishing in Saginaw Bay and have a fun and enjoyable trip together with Big Bobber Charters! You and Captain Robert Dunning will meet in Manistee, Michigan, and head out to the bay to search for some prized fish to catch. The grounds are fish-rich and the nature is breathtaking, so come aboard and have a memorable fishing experience with Captain Big Bobber Charters!

Your trip starts on a 26' Wellcraft Coastal cuddy cabin that can sit up to 5 guests. It runs on twin 200 HP Yamaha engines, is equipped with downriggers, spearfishing gear, a fighting chair, and a livewell, and also uses modern navigation technology for a safe and quick trip to the fish. The boat's got a portable toilet and features a refrigerator.

You and Captain Robert will be searching nearby waters for various Salmon. To attract them, you'll be trolling. You get to keep all the fish you catch and you're free to bring kids with you aboard.

Captain Robert will cover you for all the rods, reels, tackle, and lures. He'll also provide snacks and drinks and will clean and fillet your catch, at no extra charge. You should just bring your fishing licenses before you arrive at the dock.

Captain Robert Dunning is a Marine Corps veteran that has a passion for fishing, and he looks forward to sharing a fantastic fishing experience with you! Join Big Bobber Charters for an amazing day on the water!

Spend a beautiful day of fishing in Saginaw Bay and have a fun and enjoyable trip together with Big Bobber Charters! You and Captain Robert Dunning will meet in Manistee, Michigan, and head out to the bay to search for some prized fish to catch. The grounds are fish-rich and the nature is breathtaking, so come aboard and have a memorable fishing experience with Captain Big Bobber Charters!

Your trip starts on a 26' Wellcraft Coastal cuddy cabin that can sit up to 5 guests. It runs on twin 200 HP Yamaha engines, is equipped with downriggers, spearfishing gear, a fighting chair, and a livewell, and also uses modern navigation technology for a safe and quick trip to the fish. The boat's got a portable toilet and features a refrigerator.

You and Captain Robert will be searching nearby waters for various Salmon. To attract them, you'll be trolling. You get to keep all the fish you catch and you're free to bring kids with you aboard.

Captain Robert will cover you for all the rods, reels, tackle, and lures. He'll also provide snacks and drinks and will clean and fillet your catch, at no extra charge. You should just bring your fishing licenses before you arrive at the dock.

Captain Robert Dunning is a Marine Corps veteran that has a passion for fishing, and he looks forward to sharing a fantastic fishing experience with you! Join Big Bobber Charters for an amazing day on the water!

Robert Dunning
Captain
Robert Dunning
6 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Number of days
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5 and a Half Hour Trip – Salmon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - Aug 31
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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4.8
2 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Eric Schongalla
Eric Schongalla
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Michigan, US
Member since 2023
5.0
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Half Day With Big Bobber
5 and a Half Hour Trip – Salmon on August 20, 20232 adults

We had a great time with Captain Bob and First Mate Jeff. Morning seas were rough, but we made it out and got our lines in. Bob was great at communication leading up to, and during the trip. Would definitely recommend!

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Robert Dunning
Response from Captain

Thank you guys I appreciate the hospitality. It was a pleasure meeting you two thank you

Aaron Samson
Aaron Samson
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
4.7
Verified
Nice trip and good catch
5 and a Half Hour Trip – Salmon on August 13, 20232 adults

My Father, son and I caught 6 large salmon. The crew was very accommodating. Helped us get the fish cleaned afterwards.

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon

FAQs about Big Bobber Charters – Manistee

Big Bobber Charters – Manistee offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 5 and a Half Hour Trip – Salmon (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Big Bobber Charters – Manistee, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Big Bobber Charters – Manistee include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)
  • Fly fishing equipment
Big Bobber Charters – Manistee offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Big Bobber Charters – Manistee offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Big Bobber Charters – Manistee include:
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Robert Dunning
Robert Dunning
Robert Dunning

Manistee, Michigan, United States

6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
57 Customer reviews
Member since June 2021

I've been fishing my whole life! I grew up working on commercial fishing boats as a kid and I'm turning 66 this year - as you can see, there are several decades of fishing experience. I'll gladly share my knowledge and skills with you

6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
57 Customer reviews
Member since June 2021

I've been fishing my whole life! I grew up working on commercial fishing boats as a kid and I'm turning 66 this year - as you can see, there are several decades of fishing experience. I'll gladly share my knowledge and skills with you

The fish you can target

Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1993
Boat manufacturer
Wellcraft
Boat type
Cuddy cabin
Engine model
1993 Yamahas 2-200 horse
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Refrigerator
Ice box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water
Fly fishing equipment

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.

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 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

What’s biting in Manistee right now

Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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