Casting Nets Guide Service

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.



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  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $500
    A typical trip will spend 6 hours on the waters of Lake Superior in the Apostle Islands area, pursuing the Trout and Salmon that call Lake Superior home. All tackle is provided, just bring appropriate clothing for the day (it can be cooler on the lake!), food and drink for yourselves, and a fishing license (Wisconsin license with Great Lakes Trout stamp).
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Whitefish (Lake)
    Lake Whitefish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
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31” Lake Trout - Catch (and release!) of the day

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on August 19, 2024
Great guide with a passion for fishing!  Dave worked hard jiggering all the lines while we enjoyed the suspense of reeling...
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Perfect trip for the 4 of us!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on July 14, 2024
Our fishing trip was fantastic. We caught our limit of lake trout and Dave cut them up for us to take home. We were amazed...
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Great day!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on August 7, 2024
Captain Dave was great, knowledgeable, friendly and we caught more fish then we expected. The sun was shining, we laughed and...
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VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on August 3, 2024
Had a great day on the water.  Limited out on lake trout, then moved for other species.  Caught a few and my wife caught...
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Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Lake Superior on September 4, 2024
Captain Dave was great. We caught our limit of Lake Trout and learned a lot about the area too. Can’t wait to do it again!
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FAQs about Casting Nets Guide Service

Casting Nets Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $500 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:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

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)

Meet the Captain

Dave Schulz
Bayfield, Wisconsin, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
23 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2023
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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!

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Lund
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Jigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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
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