Bucket List Fishing Charters 

5.0
(122 reviews)
 South Pier Drive 688, Sheboygan, WI 53081, United States–

Bucket List Fishing Charters 

Sheboygan, WI, United States
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37 ft
6
5.0
(122 reviews)

Based out of Sheboygan, Bucket List Fishing Charters is your ticket to a day full of fishing in these rich waters, known to many as the "Malibu of the Midwest."

Capt. Art is happy to create an experience to fit your needs, so let him know what you're after! You're looking at 5 or 10-hour trips, where you'll be trolling for the likes of Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, and Salmon, depending on the weather and time of year. According to the length of the trip, you'll be traveling nearshore, as shallow as 60 feet, or offshore, as deep as 450 feet.

You'll be fishing from a 37' Silverton boat with enough room for up to 6 anglers at any time. This classic vessel also includes an area to relax inside and clean restroom. All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. Kids are welcome aboard.

Tackle is included in the trip price, so make sure to check with the captain what your options are before the trip. You can keep anything you catch as long as it's legal to do so. There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need. Keep in mind that he/she only works for tips, which are always appreciated because even though we love what we do, it's still a full time job.

Book your trip now and hit the water on one of the biggest charter boats in the harbor,
with Bucket List Fishing Charters!

Based out of Sheboygan, Bucket List Fishing Charters is your ticket to a day full of fishing in these rich waters, known to many as the "Malibu of the Midwest."

Capt. Art is happy to create an experience to fit your needs, so let him know what you're after! You're looking at 5 or 10-hour trips, where you'll be trolling for the likes of Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, and Salmon, depending on the weather and time of year. According to the length of the trip, you'll be traveling nearshore, as shallow as 60 feet, or offshore, as deep as 450 feet.

You'll be fishing from a 37' Silverton boat with enough room for up to 6 anglers at any time. This classic vessel also includes an area to relax inside and clean restroom. All the necessary fishing gear is included in the price of your trip. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. Kids are welcome aboard.

Tackle is included in the trip price, so make sure to check with the captain what your options are before the trip. You can keep anything you catch as long as it's legal to do so. There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need. Keep in mind that he/she only works for tips, which are always appreciated because even though we love what we do, it's still a full time job.

Book your trip now and hit the water on one of the biggest charter boats in the harbor,
with Bucket List Fishing Charters!

Art Marquardt
Captain
Art Marquardt
6 years of experience
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5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+2
US $686
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+2
US $791
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 hour trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+2
US $1,002
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour (full day) Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 30
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+2
US $1,213
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

5.0
122 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (144)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

Reviews (122)

  • Neil Grimm
    Neil Grimm
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun trip!

    6 Hour Trip on June 15, 2026 • 5 adults

    I think we got somewhat lucky, but we also had great help from the captain and first mate - caught 19 total fish!!!! Quite a few salmon and some large lake trout. First mate Lily did an awesome job landing the fish and keeping the poles in the water for the maximum fishing experience! Outside the fishing, it was a beautiful morning and was awesome even just seeing the sun come up while out on the Lake. Well worth the money!

  • Brad Paltz
    Brad Paltz
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip you could ever do!

    8 hour trip on September 17, 2026 • 1 adult

    This trip was a trip I took for my mom who wanted to do this. She never got the chance to do so before she passed away last month. Captain Art and his deck hand Max were very incredible to me. We hit our limit in a very short time so I know my mother was helping us. It was a perfect morning with a perfect crew. I am going to rebook with the Bucket List year after year!

  • Ian Junker
    Ian Junker
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip!

    5 Hour Trip on July 6, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 children

    We did the 5 hour trip and caught King Salmon, Coho Salmon and rainbow trout. In total we lost about 3 fish and caught about 16-17 fish, keeping 13. It is worth it to get out an hour early in the morning to get the early bite. Art is a great captain who knows where the fish are.

  • Jason Feyereisen
    Jason Feyereisen
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great Captian and crew!

    5 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM on July 15, 2026 • 4 adults

    Second time with them and even though it was super warm and the wildfire smoke rolled in they did everything they could to find us some fish. We didn't expect much going into it but ended up being a successful evening getting several fish in the boat and unfortunately some to the edge of the boat but not in. Will book again.

  • David Myers
    David Myers
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic!! Gotta go with Captain Art!!

    6 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM on July 7, 2026 • 3 adults

    One of my best fishing experiences ever. We had a great time and even limited out on an afternoon trip. Very nice King Salmon and trout. Captain and crew very professional and friendly. Complete your Bucket list on the BUCKET LIST!!!!

  • Thomas Scharinger
    Thomas Scharinger
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful Experience

    5 Hour Trip on August 16, 2026 • 4 adults

    Fishing was fantastic! We got our 4 person limit in under 3 hours. Captains are extremely knowledgeable, and provided us with a wonderful experience. Can’t wait to book with Bucket List again next year!

  • Mark Nelson
    Mark Nelson
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip

    5 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM on July 30, 2026 • 6 adults

    we caught 16 fish in a 5 hour trip. good mix of rainbow trout, coho and kings. 10 of the fish were huge. Very knowledgeable captain and boat hand. The both did a great job. It waa an outstanding trip!

  • Kimberly Legler
    Kimberly Legler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Book it!

    5 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM on May 16, 2026 • 5 adults

    we had a great experience with Bucket List! although we didn’t catch anything we had a great time. thank you! Art and Krystal were great and we would book woth them again! Family friendly and easy going!

  • Sarah Flores
    Sarah Flores
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fabulous experience and crew

    5 Hour Trip on July 30, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Art and his first mate Lily made for a wonderful first time experience. We had a great time. Brought home a lot of king salmon and a few Coho

  • Geno Goetz
    Geno Goetz
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Fishing Trip

    5 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM on June 20, 2026 • 6 adults

    Our crew had an amazing time. Caught fish and learned about the area. Art and Krystal are awesome! Bucket List II is a beautiful boat. Definitely coming back!

FAQs about Bucket List Fishing Charters

Bucket List Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $686 per group - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $686 per group - 5 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $791 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $791 per group - 6 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,002 per group - 8 hour trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,213 per group - 10 Hour (full day) Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Bucket List Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet The toilet is a clean, flushable toilet in a complete bathroom with sink
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Bucket List Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First mate (First mate works for tips only)
Bucket List Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (As shallow as 60 feet)
  • Offshore fishing (As deep as 450 feet)
  • Wreck fishing
Bucket List Fishing Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Bucket List Fishing Charters include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Your captain

Art Marquardt
Art Marquardt
Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
122 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2022
Captain Art is the owner of Bucket List Fishing Charters, running trips out of Sheboygan, WI, where he was born and raised. These waters are his playground, and he can't wait to take you on the beautiful 37' vessel, equipped with everything you'll need to fish comfortably. He is knowledgeable about the fish and the lake, so join him for a fun day outdoors!
Art Marquardt
Art Marquardt
Fully verified
3
reports
122
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
Captain Art is the owner of Bucket List Fishing Charters, running trips out of Sheboygan, WI, where he was born and raised. These waters are his playground, and he can't wait to take you on the beautiful 37' vessel, equipped with everything you'll need to fish comfortably. He is knowledgeable about the fish and the lake, so join him for a fun day outdoors!

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Pink Salmon
Pink Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large Speckled Trout aboard a fishing charter, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Brown Trout
    Brad P.
    Brad P.
    This trip was a trip I took for my mom who wanted to do this. She never got the chance to do so before she passed away last month. Captain Art and his deck hand Max were very incredible to me. We hit our limit in a very short time so I know my mother was helping us. It was a perfect morning with a perfect crew. I am going to rebook with the Bucket List year after year!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Salmon against a stunning sunset backdrop while fishing on a charter boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Thomas S.
    Thomas S.
    Fishing was fantastic! We got our 4 person limit in under 3 hours. Captains are extremely knowledgeable, and provided us with a wonderful experience. Can’t wait to book with Bucket List again next year!
  • Teen angler proudly holding a large salmon on the deck of a fishing boat in open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Todd J.
    Todd J.
    Cheryl and Art were the best. What a wonderful family experience and many many great memories. We will be back again.!!!
  • Teen angler holding a large salmon at a nighttime marina, with multiple additional fish displayed on the dock and a charter sign in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Mark N.
    Mark N.
    we caught 16 fish in a 5 hour trip. good mix of rainbow trout, coho and kings. 10 of the fish were huge. Very knowledgeable captain and boat hand. The both did a great job. It waa an outstanding trip!
  • Family group posing beside a large display of salmon and other Great Lakes fish on a Sheboygan, Wisconsin fishing charter catch board.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Chinook Salmon
    Sarah F.
    Sarah F.
    Captain Art and his first mate Lily made for a wonderful first time experience. We had a great time. Brought home a lot of king salmon and a few Coho
  • Multiple silver fish arranged on a dock or boat deck, with a Sheboygan sport fishing contact sign visible.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Ty A.
    Ty A.
    I can see why it is called Bucket list charters! It was awesome! Art and Lee were amazing and we all had a great time!!
  • Adult angler proudly holding a large silver fish aboard a sport-fishing boat, with multiple rods and open water in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Chinook Salmon
    Jason F.
    Jason F.
    Second time with them and even though it was super warm and the wildfire smoke rolled in they did everything they could to find us some fish. We didn't expect much going into it but ended up being a successful evening getting several fish in the boat and unfortunately some to the edge of the boat but not in. Will book again.
  • A smiling angler proudly displays a large Salmon while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Coho Salmon
    David M.
    David M.
    One of my best fishing experiences ever. We had a great time and even limited out on an afternoon trip. Very nice King Salmon and trout. Captain and crew very professional and friendly. Complete your Bucket list on the BUCKET LIST!!!!
  • Family group poses beside a large display of salmon and trout catches at South Pier in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Chinook Salmon
    Ian J.
    Ian J.
    We did the 5 hour trip and caught King Salmon, Coho Salmon and rainbow trout. In total we lost about 3 fish and caught about 16-17 fish, keeping 13. It is worth it to get out an hour early in the morning to get the early bite. Art is a great captain who knows where the fish are.
  • Group of anglers posing aboard the Bucket List II charter boat at the Port of Sheboygan, Wisconsin, with extensive rod holders and fishing gear visible.
    Geno G.
    Geno G.
    Our crew had an amazing time. Caught fish and learned about the area. Art and Krystal are awesome! Bucket List II is a beautiful boat. Definitely coming back!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
37 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Silverton
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader 350 hp
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
The toilet is a clean, flushable toilet in a complete bathroom with sink
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First mate
First mate works for tips only

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
Childrens life jackets available.
You keep catch
Cleaning/bagging available for small fee
Catch and release allowed
Your choice

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Sheboygan right now

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

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