Explore some of Michigan's great Rivers with Dan Nealy’s Fishing Buddies! Captain Dan takes extreme pride in providing his guests with an experience that they won’t soon forget. Captain Dan's experiences, positive energy, love, and passion for the water and fishing will extend to his guests. Dan loves teaching, coaching, and watching others learn new techniques, improve skills, and experience success fishing all the great waters Michigan has to offer.

Your boat will be a 16-foot Hyde Drifter that can comfortably sit 2 fishermen. Dan will oar while you take in the sights of the river or while fishing from the boat. There are two leg locks for those who would also like to fish while enjoying the drift. Wading or fishing from the boat, the float trip allows you to cover a lot of the river at a slow pace and chase more fish!

While many tackle options are available, our preferred technique is fly fishing gear. However, using spin gear (TFO Rods, Pfleuger President reels) is also a favorite and preferred by most clients. Top-notch gear will be provided, and, in most cases, flies tied by Dan himself. Dan is a willing and patient teacher; there is no wrong technique that helps us catch fish. We will be on the prowl, depending on the season, for Steelhead, Salmon, Trout, and Bass!

Capt. Dan also provides grilled lunch (depending on weather), water, and snacks for full day trips (7 hours) and snacks and water for half day trips (5 & 6 hours). Don’t forget to bring your fishing license!

River options include the Muskegon River in Newaygo, Tittabawassee and Chippewa River in Midland and The Pine River in Gratiot County.

Join Dan Nealy's Fishing Buddies for a day of bliss and relaxation.