Big Bobber Charters – Manistee

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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    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
    US $650
    Spend the day trolling for Chinook and Coho Salmon! Your captain will take care of all fishing equipment you'll need and he'll also clean and fillet your catch. Bring your fishing licenses and some snacks.
    Targeted fish
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    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)

Meet the Captain

Robert Dunning
Manistee, Michigan, United States
ID & license verified
23 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
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

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Wellcraft (Cuddy cabin) originally built in 1993. Powered by 2 200HP 1993 Yamahas 2-200 horse engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Refrigerator

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch

Payment

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Nice trip and good catch
Nice trip and good catch
Nice trip and good catch
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Eric S.
Canton, MI
Excellent
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Overall

Half Day With Big Bobber

VERIFIED   5 and a Half Hour Trip – Salmon on August 20, 2023
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....
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Aaron S.
Rochester Hills, MI
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Nice trip and good catch

VERIFIED   5 and a Half Hour Trip – Salmon on August 13, 2023
My Father, son and I caught 6 large salmon. The crew was very accommodating. Helped us get the fish cleaned afterwards.
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