Tanner's Midwest Guiding 

4.9/5 (35 reviews)
 Grays Bay, Minneapolis, MN 55391, United States

Tanner's Midwest Guiding 

4.9/5 (35)
 Angler's Choice
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Grays Bay
Minneapolis, MN, United States

Tanner's Midwest Guiding – Expert Guided Fishing Trips with Tanner Jacklitch

I am a current college tournament angler with years of high school tournament fishing experience, and a multiple-year Champion's Tournament qualifier. Whether you're an experienced fisherman or a beginner, my guided trips offer an exciting, hands-on experience tailored to all skill levels.

I have spent a lifetime on the water. I have seen almost every scenario on the lake and can show new techniques all over the lake. My extensive time on the water ensures an exciting and productive trip!

Choose from a half-day trip or go all-in with a full-day adventure. I specialize in Bass and Crappie trips, I am also proficient in Northern Pike, Muskie, and more while fishing from a 22-foot multi-species boat that comfortably accommodates up to five passengers.

What’s Included?
✔️ Top-quality rods, reels, and lures
✔️ Personalized instruction for all levels
✔️ Cooler with drinks
✔️ Life vests for children

What to Bring?
🕶️ Sunglasses & hat
🧴 Non-spray sunscreen
🥤 Bottled water & snacks

Families are welcome, and kids will love the adventure! Book your trip today. Don't miss your chance to reel in the catch of a lifetime and spend time with the family!

The boat is a new Vexus DVX multi-species boat with 4 sonar screens and 5 different types of transducers, including a forward view unit, which has changed the game. On the back, there are two shallow water anchors to help with dock fishing and staying on top of fish. One of the seats in the boat is an air ride seat and provides additional comfort to those who are sensitive to rough waves.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (35)

A great trip for our family!
A great trip for our family!
Great fishing outing for a 12 year birthday gift
+32

Angler rating

34
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 35 reviews
Showing: 5 of 35 reviews
Donnie M.
Donnie M.
5.0/5

Jun 24, 2025

Half Day Trip (Evening)

Tanner Is Highly Recommended

VERIFIED

Our fishing trip with Tanner's Midwest Guide Service was an absolute blast from start to finish! Tanner was incredibly patient with myself and my wife. He answered all of our questions with genuine enthusiasm, making sure we understood every step of the process. Beyond his expertise, Tanner created a really relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. And let me tell you, his equipment was top-notch – everything was meticulously maintained and clearly designed for a successful fishing adventure. And best of all, we caught fish! We thoroughly recommend Tanner's Midwest Guide Service for your next fishing excursion. Peace out!

Our fishing trip with Tanner's Midwest Guide Service was an absolute blast from start to finish! Tanner was incredibly patient...  

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 Donnie M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding
1 person finds this review helpful
 Donnie M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding
1 person finds this review helpful

Nancy H.
Nancy H.
5.0/5

Jul 27, 2025

3 Hour Trip (Evening)

Great fishing outing for a 12 year birthday gift

VERIFIED

Tanner was incredible guiding, encouraging, and lending an hand when needed for all three boys, ages 8,12, and 13. Each kid caught decent sized bass making everybody very happy with their afternoon on the lake. Great communication and very responsive to questions when setting up the adventure. Tanner was also safety conscious, watching the weather and having the youngest in a life jacket when the boat was moving. We will definitely use Tanner for future expeditions!

Tanner was incredible guiding, encouraging, and lending an hand when needed for all three boys, ages 8,12, and 13. Each kid caught...  

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 Nancy H. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding
 Nancy H. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

Troy M.
Troy M.
5.0/5

May 24, 2025

3 Hour Trip (AM)

Son caught his 1st bass.

VERIFIED

Tanner made our fishing trip unforgettable! It was my son's first time out on the water, and he had an absolute blast, he's already eager to go again. Tanner was incredibly patient and dedicated, spending so much time teaching my son how to cast, reel, and most importantly, land the fish. His guidance made all the difference, turning a first time experience into a lifelong love for fishing.

Tanner made our fishing trip unforgettable! It was my son's first time out on the water, and he had an absolute blast, he's already...  

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 Troy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding
 Troy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

Andy M.
Andy M.
5.0/5

Aug 15, 2025

3 Hour Trip (AM)

A great trip for our family!

VERIFIED

Catching a big northern and some bass really made my son's birthday so awesome! Tanner was very helpful, friendly, and patient, and knew where to go to catch some fish! It was great fun!

Catching a big northern and some bass really made my son's birthday so awesome! Tanner was very helpful, friendly, and patient,...  

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 Andy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding
 Andy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

Troy M.
Troy M.
5.0/5

Jul 10, 2025

3 Hour Trip (Evening)

Great Trip

VERIFIED

Tanner was awesome. Our boys had a blast and caught a bunch of fish. We landed multiple bass, pike, bluegill, and 1 perch. I would highly recommend Tanner and we look forward to coming back.

Tanner was awesome. Our boys had a blast and caught a bunch of fish. We landed multiple bass, pike, bluegill, and 1 perch. I would...  

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 Troy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding
 Troy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 20 - Sep 5
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US $299 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3 Hour Trip (Evening)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 5:45 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 20 - Sep 5
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US $299 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Morning Trip – Muskie
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 4 - Sep 10 (Sat, Sun)
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US $374 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Night Trip – Muskie
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 5:45 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 3 - Sep 1
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US $377 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 20 - Sep 5
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US $399 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Half Day Trip (Evening)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:35 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 20 - Sep 5
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US $399 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Sep 2
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US $629 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Sep 2
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US $950 
Entire boat: up to 5 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 35 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (35)

A great trip for our family!
A great trip for our family!
Great fishing outing for a 12 year birthday gift
+32

Angler rating

34
0
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

90%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

97%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 35 reviews
Showing: 5 of 35 reviews
Donnie M.
Donnie M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Tanner Is Highly Recommended

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (Evening) on June 24, 2025

Our fishing trip with Tanner's Midwest Guide Service was an absolute blast from start to finish! Tanner was incredibly patient with myself and my wife. He answered all of our questions with genuine enthusiasm, making sure we understood every step of the process. Beyond his expertise, Tanner created a really relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. And let me tell you, his equipment was top-notch – everything was meticulously maintained and clearly designed for a successful fishing adventure. And best of all, we caught fish! We thoroughly recommend Tanner's Midwest Guide Service for your next fishing excursion. Peace out!

Our fishing trip with Tanner's Midwest Guide Service was an absolute blast from start to finish! Tanner was incredibly patient with myself and my wife. He answered all of our questions with genuine enthusiasm, making sure we understood every step of the process. Beyond his expertise, Tanner created a really relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. And let me tell you, his equipment was top-notch – everything was meticulously maintained and clearly designed for a successful fishing adventure....  

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 Donnie M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding
1 person finds this review helpful

Nancy H.
Nancy H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing outing for a 12 year birthday gift

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip (Evening) on July 27, 2025

Tanner was incredible guiding, encouraging, and lending an hand when needed for all three boys, ages 8,12, and 13. Each kid caught decent sized bass making everybody very happy with their afternoon on the lake. Great communication and very responsive to questions when setting up the adventure. Tanner was also safety conscious, watching the weather and having the youngest in a life jacket when the boat was moving. We will definitely use Tanner for future expeditions!

Tanner was incredible guiding, encouraging, and lending an hand when needed for all three boys, ages 8,12, and 13. Each kid caught decent sized bass making everybody very happy with their afternoon on the lake. Great communication and very responsive to questions when setting up the adventure. Tanner was also safety conscious, watching the weather and having the youngest in a life jacket when the boat was moving. We will definitely use Tanner for future expeditions!  

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 Nancy H. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

Troy M.
Troy M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Son caught his 1st bass.

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip (AM) on May 24, 2025

Tanner made our fishing trip unforgettable! It was my son's first time out on the water, and he had an absolute blast, he's already eager to go again. Tanner was incredibly patient and dedicated, spending so much time teaching my son how to cast, reel, and most importantly, land the fish. His guidance made all the difference, turning a first time experience into a lifelong love for fishing.

Tanner made our fishing trip unforgettable! It was my son's first time out on the water, and he had an absolute blast, he's already eager to go again. Tanner was incredibly patient and dedicated, spending so much time teaching my son how to cast, reel, and most importantly, land the fish. His guidance made all the difference, turning a first time experience into a lifelong love for fishing.  

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 Troy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

Andy M.
Andy M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A great trip for our family!

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip (AM) on August 15, 2025

Catching a big northern and some bass really made my son's birthday so awesome! Tanner was very helpful, friendly, and patient, and knew where to go to catch some fish! It was great fun!

Catching a big northern and some bass really made my son's birthday so awesome! Tanner was very helpful, friendly, and patient, and knew where to go to catch some fish! It was great fun!  

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 Andy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

Troy M.
Troy M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip (Evening) on July 10, 2025

Tanner was awesome. Our boys had a blast and caught a bunch of fish. We landed multiple bass, pike, bluegill, and 1 perch. I would highly recommend Tanner and we look forward to coming back.

Tanner was awesome. Our boys had a blast and caught a bunch of fish. We landed multiple bass, pike, bluegill, and 1 perch. I would highly recommend Tanner and we look forward to coming back.  

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 Troy M. recommends Tanner's Midwest Guiding

FAQs about Tanner's Midwest Guiding

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Vexus
Boat type
Dual console

Engine model
Mercury Motors
Powered by
1 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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