Due North Guide Service 

4.7
(27 reviews)
 1500 Dilling Road, Brethren, MI 49619, United States–

Due North Guide Service 

Brethren, MI, United States
–
17 ft
3
4.7
(27 reviews)

Due North Guide Service is located in Brethren and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Come on aboard with Capt. Brian, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like light tackle, fly fishing, and drift fishing, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 8-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, and Salmon, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Your adventure begins on board a 17' Sea Ark boat that can fit a maximum of 3 anglers. The boat is fitted with an ice box.

All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. All that's up to you is to use it as best you can. The price of your trip also includes complimentary snacks and lunch, but you're welcome to bring your own. Please let the captain know if you have any questions or special requests.

You can keep anything you catch, as long as it's legal to do so. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Due North Guide Service.

Due North Guide Service is located in Brethren and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Come on aboard with Capt. Brian, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Expect to use techniques like light tackle, fly fishing, and drift fishing, based on the species you're targeting. Speaking of which, you have the option of 4 to 8-hour trips, where you'll be fishing for the likes of Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, and Salmon, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

Your adventure begins on board a 17' Sea Ark boat that can fit a maximum of 3 anglers. The boat is fitted with an ice box.

All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. All that's up to you is to use it as best you can. The price of your trip also includes complimentary snacks and lunch, but you're welcome to bring your own. Please let the captain know if you have any questions or special requests.

You can keep anything you catch, as long as it's legal to do so. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Due North Guide Service.

Brian Gilbert
Captain
Brian Gilbert
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4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Pike (Northern)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Bass (Smallmouth)
+3
US $325
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Salmon
Bass (Largemouth)
Pike (Northern)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
+4
US $325
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Salmon
Bass (Largemouth)
Pike (Northern)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
+4
US $525
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.7
27 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Reviews (27)

  • Kimberly Streetman
    Kimberly Streetman
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great trip for my son and I

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 12, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Brain was very knowledgeable and willing to share his expertise with both my son and I. The fish unfortunately were not biting that day but it wasn't for lack of trying. Brian went over the time slot to try to catch us one and threw every trick he knew at the fish but they weren't having it that day. Would definitely book with him again, we had a great day on the boat!

  • Tyler Salsbery
    Tyler Salsbery
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Brian is the go-to man

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 12, 2026 • 3 adults

    Brian is so personable, it felt like we’ve known him for years! He taught us tricks and things we didn’t know and we caught a monster in the first hour of being out on the water. Already looking forward to next year, thanks Brian!!

  • Roxanne Adcock
    Roxanne Adcock
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Beautiful scenery and experience

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 30, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Brian was very knowledgeable, helpful and cool!! We had a great time and left with memories that will last a lifetime. we will be back!!

  • Matthew Cusic
    Matthew Cusic
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a Blast!!

    8 Hour Trip on October 7, 2023 • 2 adults

    I had never booked a fishing trip and had never used FishingBooker so I really didn’t know what I was getting into to find a good guide. I decided to take a chance on Due North Guide Service, mainly because it was fairly priced and what reviews he had everyone seemed happy. I went for the salmon run 10-7-2023 with my dad, It was more than either of us had expected. We caught 3 fish by the mouth, which are the legal keepers, that we actually got in to the boat. Caught probably 5 that got off the hook after a good fight. And caught 5 more that were hooked in the tail. Let me tell you, when you hook them by the tail and they’re in that fast current, they are dang near impossible to get back to the boat. Lol but the guide was fun, if you like to joke around and have a good time while fishing, then Brian is your person to book with. I also thought it was cool that there were hundreds of fish swimming around all over in crystal clear water. He even kept untangling my dads pole every 5 minutes, because you use a really long lead and my dad kept getting it wrapped around the pole. Lol Book with Due North and you won’t be disappointed! See you next year buddy! *(the pictures don’t seem like the water is clear, but you can see all the way to the bottom)

  • Tyson Lahti
    Tyson Lahti
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Salmon trip in Manistee River

    8 Hour Trip on October 4, 2025 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Had a great trip with Mark and my 15 and 11 yo sons. We were busy catching fish our entire 8 hour trip. Mark put us on a great spot, he was very patient and a good teacher to my 11 year old son. Mark was pleasant and friendly the entire trip, one of our best trips we have been on.

  • Matthew Quigley
    Matthew Quigley
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent

    4 Hour Trip (PM) on September 23, 2025 • 1 adult

    What a great way to spend an evening, will definitely be back!

  • Andrew Drummond
    Andrew Drummond
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Time

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 6, 2022 • 2 adults

    This guy knows what he’s doing. Landed fish at every spot he took us to. we had to work for them but He knew what to fish, how to fish it and where to find them. Gave us a lot of helpful information from flies, bait casters and open reel lures. He went above and beyond any other guide I’ve had. Will be returning to soon!

  • Scott Mccaslin
    Scott Mccaslin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish on!

    8 Hour Trip on October 6, 2023 • 2 adults

    Brian did a great job coaching my daughter. He put us in front of some big Salmon. It was a great day on the water.

  • Mary Duncan
    Mary Duncan
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    River monster

    4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 21, 2022 • 2 adults

    Had a great time with Brian as our guide. He’s a great guide who has a ton of knowledge of river fishing. Brian made it super easy and fun. matter of fact I had such a good time I’m already booked again for October. 😎

  • Jonathan Patterson
    Jonathan Patterson
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Brian

    8 Hour Trip on September 8, 2022 • 2 adults

    Great day with Brian. He had great knowledge of the river and also great techniques. Highly recommend and will book again with him in future.

Rating

4.7
27 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Kimberly Streetman
Kimberly Streetman
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Great trip for my son and I
4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 12, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

Brain was very knowledgeable and willing to share his expertise with both my son and I. The fish unfortunately were not biting that day but it wasn't for lack of trying. Brian went over the time slot to try to catch us one and threw every trick he knew at the fish but they weren't having it that day. Would definitely book with him again, we had a great day on the boat!

Brian Gilbert
Response from Captain

thanks again for coming out you guys were great to be on the water with

Tyler Salsbery
Tyler Salsbery
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Brian is the go-to man
4 Hour Trip (AM) on September 12, 2026 • 3 adults

Brian is so personable, it felt like we’ve known him for years! He taught us tricks and things we didn’t know and we caught a monster in the first hour of being out on the water. Already looking forward to next year, thanks Brian!!

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Brian Gilbert
Response from Captain

you guys were kick ass, it was like fishing with my buddies!!! not bad for a vegetarian 🤣

Roxanne Adcock
Roxanne Adcock
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Brian
4 Hour Trip (PM) on September 27, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Brian is very knowledgeable and fun!! great night on the river!!

Brian Gilbert
Response from Captain

funions!!!!

Roxanne Adcock
Roxanne Adcock
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Beautiful scenery and experience
4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 30, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Brian was very knowledgeable, helpful and cool!! We had a great time and left with memories that will last a lifetime. we will be back!!

Brian Gilbert
Response from Captain

I’ll bring you a phone charger next time!!!! thank you again

Matthew Gabriel
Matthew Gabriel
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
A great experience
4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 24, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Captain Brian is great and tons of fun!

Brian Gilbert
Response from Captain

you guys were great thanks again!

FAQs about Due North Guide Service

Due North Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $325 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Due North Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Due North Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is used and supplied when and where appropriate )
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish processing is included in)
  • Snacks (I supply bottled water but snacks and other drinks are the responsibility of the client )
  • Lunch (8-hour trips come with optional catch and cook)
  • Fly fishing equipment
Due North Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (Manistee river system and surrounding waters )
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
Due North Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Due North Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brown Trout
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Brian Gilbert
Brian Gilbert
Brethren, Michigan, United States
ID & license verified
31 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2022
Brian has been a passionate outdoorsman from an early age, exploring Northern Michigan and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. In 2019, he started sharing his wealth of knowledge with other anglers and working in the outdoor industry. Brian's extensive experience also includes working as a fly fishing guide in the Central Alaskan backcountry. When he's not with his clients, Brian spends his time on the water and in the woods, looking for shed antlers and picking mushrooms. As a Michigander, he spends the late fall days hunting for white-tailed deer.
Our Team
Brian G.
Brian G.
Captain
Brian Gilbert
Brian Gilbert
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31
reviews
2022
member since
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response
Brian has been a passionate outdoorsman from an early age, exploring Northern Michigan and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. In 2019, he started sharing his wealth of knowledge with other anglers and working in the outdoor industry. Brian's extensive experience also includes working as a fly fishing guide in the Central Alaskan backcountry. When he's not with his clients, Brian spends his time on the water and in the woods, looking for shed antlers and picking mushrooms. As a Michigander, he spends the late fall days hunting for white-tailed deer.
The crew
Brian G.
Brian G.
Captain

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon
Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Northern Pike
Northern Pike
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Real catches by this captain

  • Brian is the go-to man
    Tyler S.
    Tyler S.
  • Salmon trip in Manistee River
    Tyson L.
    Tyson L.
  • Excellent
    Matthew Q.
    Matthew Q.
  • Had a Blast!!
    Matthew C.
    Matthew C.
  • Fish on!
    Scott M.
    Scott M.
  • River monster
    Mary D.
    Mary D.
  • Fishing with Brian
    Jonathan P.
    Jonathan P.
  • Great Time
    Andrew D.
    Andrew D.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2010
Boat manufacturer
Sea Ark
Boat type
Jet boat
Engine model
Johnson
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is used and supplied when and where appropriate
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish processing is included in
Snacks
I supply bottled water but snacks and other drinks are the responsibility of the client
Lunch
8-hour trips come with optional catch and cook
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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
 Visa
 Mastercard
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Brethren right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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