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Casting Nets Guide Service 

4.9
(52 reviews)
 Red Cliff Community Road, Bayfield, WI 54814, United States–
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Casting Nets Guide Service 

Bayfield, WI, United States
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24 ft
4
4.9
(52 reviews)
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If fishing in Lake Superior is on your bucket list, look no further than Casting Nets Guide Service. Captain Dave Schulz has had a passion for fishing for as long as he can remember, and it shows by the smile on his face every time someone is reeling in a fish.

These waters are known for Brown Trout, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Walleye, Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!' You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Now that's dinner!

Capt. Dave welcomes you aboard a 21' Aluminum fishing with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a Wisconsin fishing license with the Great Lakes Trout stamp. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. A few items to bring include snacks, drinks, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Casting Nets Guide Service, send Capt. Dave a message down below.

If fishing in Lake Superior is on your bucket list, look no further than Casting Nets Guide Service. Captain Dave Schulz has had a passion for fishing for as long as he can remember, and it shows by the smile on his face every time someone is reeling in a fish.

These waters are known for Brown Trout, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Walleye, Coho Salmon, Chinook Salmon, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before 'Fish on!' You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Now that's dinner!

Capt. Dave welcomes you aboard a 21' Aluminum fishing with a capacity for 4 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a Wisconsin fishing license with the Great Lakes Trout stamp. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. A few items to bring include snacks, drinks, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

If you have any questions about fishing with Casting Nets Guide Service, send Capt. Dave a message down below.

Dave Schulz
Captain
Dave Schulz
8 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
What this charter offers
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle
What this charter offers
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Toilet
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle

Select date to see availability

Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Walleye
Lake Trout
Whitefish (Lake)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
+3
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.9
52 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (56)

What anglers say

96%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (52)

  • Derek Kellogg
    Derek Kellogg
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful day!

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on July 9, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    My group had a great day with Captain Dave! Fishing was slow to start for all anglers around the lake and Captain Dave worked very hard to find aome fish and was successful! we caught plenty of fish and he was a great guide! Extremely nice guy! Included in my group was my 7 yesr old niece and Captain Dave was phenominal with her! great trip, great guide, highly recommended!

  • Rebecca Woodbury
    Rebecca Woodbury
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Time!

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on July 1, 2026 • 4 adults

    My family of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids 14,15) had a wonder time on our trip! Captain Dave was not only very experienced and knowledgeable about fishing, but was also a tour guide. He gave us a lot of history of the islands and surrounding area. He also was very eager to get us involved as much or as little as each of us preferes. We had a great time!

  • Teresa Schroeder
    Teresa Schroeder
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    All around great experience!

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on June 2, 2026 • 2 adults

    Beautiful day, caught a lot of fish including lake trout, brown trout, coho salmon, and one big king salmon. Captain Dave was very friendly, knowledgable, and patient and taught my 15 yo son and I so much about Lake Superior fishing. So worth it!!

  • Tony Robinson
    Tony Robinson
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captin

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on September 27, 2026 • 3 adults

    Thr cap explained all the equipment on the boat the downriggers planer boards and such and how to fish for salmon with that gear ww were using had alot of fun and would Def do it again

  • Kevin Mell
    Kevin Mell
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    highly recommend

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on August 11, 2026 • 2 adults

    Dave was great, fishing was great, weather was great, islands were beautiful. We have an abundance of fresh fish filets to bring home to remind us of a perfect day.

  • Nathan Hurst
    Nathan Hurst
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2018
    5.0
    Verified

    Good Trip Out

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on May 23, 2026 • 2 adults

    Both the captain and deck hand worked hard to get us on fish. Weather was not good either. Very knowledgeable and capable of giving you a great experience on Lake Superior.

  • Michael Hanson
    Michael Hanson
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing experience

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on July 11, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Dave not only put us on fish but was very friendly and taught us how and why he was doing things the way he was and answered any questions we had

  • Christopher Linder
    Christopher Linder
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    really fun trip!

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on September 5, 2026 • 2 adults

    highly recommend! we spent over 6 hours with captain dave and greg. both knowledgeable and friendly, willing to teach and share!

  • Randy Heimann
    Randy Heimann
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great trip!

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on July 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    Captain was very knowledgeable. We caught 8 fish. We highly recommend Captain Dave.

  • Diana Doherty
    Diana Doherty
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Dave is

    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on July 31, 2025 • 4 adults • 3 children

    I took 2 of my boys and their cousin on a birthday trip and booked with Casting Nets and Captain Dave. What a great guy! This adventure felt more like a trip with a family member than a stranger. He was friendly, funny and very knowledgeable. We had a lot of fun and would absolutely do it again. Thank you, Dave!!

FAQs about Casting Nets Guide Service

Casting Nets Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Casting Nets Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Get ready
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Radar
Trips booked with Casting Nets Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Casting Nets Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
Casting Nets Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Casting Nets Guide Service include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Walleye
  • Whitefish (Lake)

Your captain

Dave Schulz
Dave Schulz
Bayfield, Wisconsin, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
52 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I've been a lifelong avid fisherman and love to share the experience with others. I had a successful 30-year career as a Forester but decided to shift my focus to sharing my love and knowledge for fishing with others. My services include Lake Superior fishing charter, Apostle Islands, and South Shore, as well as sightseeing. I hope to see you soon!
Dave Schulz
Dave Schulz
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
1
reports
52
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
I've been a lifelong avid fisherman and love to share the experience with others. I had a successful 30-year career as a Forester but decided to shift my focus to sharing my love and knowledge for fishing with others. My services include Lake Superior fishing charter, Apostle Islands, and South Shore, as well as sightseeing. I hope to see you soon!

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
Walleye
Walleye
Lake Whitefish
Lake Whitefish
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

  • An angler proudly displaying a large Brown Trout while fishing on a serene lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Brown Trout
    Tony R.
    Tony R.
    Thr cap explained all the equipment on the boat the downriggers planer boards and such and how to fish for salmon with that gear ww were using had alot of fun and would Def do it again
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a catch of speckled trout on a catch board while out on the water.
    Christopher L.
    Christopher L.
    highly recommend! we spent over 6 hours with captain dave and greg. both knowledgeable and friendly, willing to teach and share!
  • A couple proudly displaying a large Northern Pike on a fishing charter, enjoying a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Kevin M.
    Kevin M.
    Dave was great, fishing was great, weather was great, islands were beautiful. We have an abundance of fresh fish filets to bring home to remind us of a perfect day.
  • A happy couple showcasing their catch of the day, including several Lake Trout, on a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Randy H.
    Randy H.
    Captain was very knowledgeable. We caught 8 fish. We highly recommend Captain Dave.
  • Group of anglers displaying multiple lake trout aboard a fishing boat on a bright inland lake.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Michael H.
    Michael H.
    Captain Dave not only put us on fish but was very friendly and taught us how and why he was doing things the way he was and answered any questions we had
  • Family fishing group displaying multiple lake trout aboard a boat on a sunny open-water trip, including a young angler.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Derek K.
    Derek K.
    My group had a great day with Captain Dave! Fishing was slow to start for all anglers around the lake and Captain Dave worked very hard to find aome fish and was successful! we caught plenty of fish and he was a great guide! Extremely nice guy! Included in my group was my 7 yesr old niece and Captain Dave was phenominal with her! great trip, great guide, highly recommended!
  • Two young anglers proudly displaying their catch of Lake Trout while fishing on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Brown Trout
    Rebecca W.
    Rebecca W.
    My family of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids 14,15) had a wonder time on our trip! Captain Dave was not only very experienced and knowledgeable about fishing, but was also a tour guide. He gave us a lot of history of the islands and surrounding area. He also was very eager to get us involved as much or as little as each of us preferes. We had a great time!
  • Teen angler and family member proudly display a large salmon on a fishing boat during a scenic lake trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Chinook Salmon
    Teresa S.
    Teresa S.
    Beautiful day, caught a lot of fish including lake trout, brown trout, coho salmon, and one big king salmon. Captain Dave was very friendly, knowledgable, and patient and taught my 15 yo son and I so much about Lake Superior fishing. So worth it!!
  • Two adult anglers proudly holding a large silver trout aboard a fishing boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Nathan H.
    Nathan H.
    Both the captain and deck hand worked hard to get us on fish. Weather was not good either. Very knowledgeable and capable of giving you a great experience on Lake Superior.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Brown Trout while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Brown Trout
    David K.
    David K.
    My son and I went fishing with Casting nets guide service. The Capt and his mate Greg were very friendly and we enjoyed a lot of conversation talking about New Hampshire (our home ) and Wisconsin fishing and hunting. They worked hard trying to put us on fish, switching spoon colors, moving to different locations and depths. We did catch fish multiple small lake Trout, a nice Brown trout, and a Coho Salmon.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
1989
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Lund
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Get ready
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

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.
More details

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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 PayPal

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