Fishin Da Net 

4.9
(28 reviews)
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 106 Lake Street, Port Washington, WI 53074, United States

Fishin Da Net 

Port Washington, WI, United States
28 ft
5
4.9
(28 reviews)

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Looking for a memorable experience fishing Salmon and Trout on beautiful Lake Michigan? Look no further because there's a fish with your name on it in Port Washington and Fishin Da Net will help you catch it! With Captain Dave at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and more can be found in these waters if you come at the right time of year. Capt. Dave and his first mate do all the hard work setting lines and locating the fish. You catch the fish and we clean them for you to take home to enjoy!

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Capt. Dave operates a 28' Sea Ray boat that holds up to 4 adult passengers. They can accommodate up to 6 passengers total if 2 or more are younger children. They have all the safety and fishing equipment, including rods, reels, lures, and electronics. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

There usually will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work for tips and it's customary to offer them about a 15-20% tip.

Before coming aboard, you will need a Wisconsin fishing license and Great Lakes Trout and Salmon stamp for everyone in your group 16 years of age or older. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are drinks, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks, and appropriate clothing, such as sweatshirts and rain gear. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with Fishin Da Net? Book your trip today!

Looking for a memorable experience fishing Salmon and Trout on beautiful Lake Michigan? Look no further because there's a fish with your name on it in Port Washington and Fishin Da Net will help you catch it! With Captain Dave at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and more can be found in these waters if you come at the right time of year. Capt. Dave and his first mate do all the hard work setting lines and locating the fish. You catch the fish and we clean them for you to take home to enjoy!

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Capt. Dave operates a 28' Sea Ray boat that holds up to 4 adult passengers. They can accommodate up to 6 passengers total if 2 or more are younger children. They have all the safety and fishing equipment, including rods, reels, lures, and electronics. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.

There usually will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates work for tips and it's customary to offer them about a 15-20% tip.

Before coming aboard, you will need a Wisconsin fishing license and Great Lakes Trout and Salmon stamp for everyone in your group 16 years of age or older. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are drinks, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks, and appropriate clothing, such as sweatshirts and rain gear. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn't you rather be fishing with Fishin Da Net? Book your trip today!

David Protzmann
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4 Hour Trip Weekday
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 22 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $475
Entire boat: up to 5 people
5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (5:00 AM, 3:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 22
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $575
Entire boat: up to 5 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 22
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $775
Entire boat: up to 5 people
12 Hour Trip – Full Moon Night
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Oct 22
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $1,075
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.9
28 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Andy Metten
Andy Metten
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fantastic trip, great fishing
4 Hour Trip Weekday - 3:00 PM on July 3, 20262 adults2 children

Our family booked with Captain Dave after looking at many charters from Port Washington to Sheybogan. Captain Dave and First Mate Glen were great hosts and made our family feel welcomed. We had a 5&9 year old on born and Glen was excellent at keeping the kids engaged. Dave worked the whole trip to ensure lines had all the different lures needed for a good trip. Dave kept the lines in the water all the way to the end with 3 of our fish coming on the way back into the harbor. We ended up with 8 nice fish and we all had a great time. Would absolutely book with Dave again!

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
David Protzmann
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review, Andy. It was our pleasure to have you and your family on board for a fun fishing adventure. We would love to have you back for another trip in the future!

Brian Borchert
Brian Borchert
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great half day charter!
5 Hour Trip on August 16, 20262 adults1 child

Captain Dave and First Mate Brad were fantastic hosts for our half day charter. They had a great boat setup, clearly communicated what they needed from us to reel in big fish, and answered a lot of questions from my 10yo son. Overall, experience was one I would highly recommend and we walked away with 12 salmon and one nice brown trout neatly filleted for quite a bounty.

Reported catch:
Brown Trout
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
David Protzmann
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review and for booking the trip, Brian. We enjoyed having your crew fishing with us. I hope to have you back again!

Perry Robinson
Perry Robinson
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Excellent service
5 Hour Trip on August 10, 20263 adults

Captain Dave and mate Todd are a terific team! They’re personable, engaging and knowledgeable about their craft. We’re repeat customers and each time we’ve gone out with them we’ve had great outcomes - today we were one fish shy of limit! Highly recommend if you’re heading out from Port Washington, WI to do some salmon fishing on the “Big Lake.”

David Protzmann
Response from Captain

Thank you, Perry! Todd and I enjoy fishing with you and is our pleasure to have you on board with us. We appreciate the excellent company. Thanks again for the repeat booking. Smooth sailing till next time!

Craig Mayer
Craig Mayer
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2021
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Grandkids
4 Hour Trip Weekday on August 11, 20262 adults2 children

We had a great morning fishing with Captain Dave and First Mate Todd. Our grandsons are 5 and 6 and this was their first Lane Michigan trip. The team did a wonderful job keeping the kids involved and we successfully brought back a nice haul of fish.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
David Protzmann
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review, Craig. We enjoyed having you and your crew with the grandsons on board for an excellent fishing adventure! Hope to have you back again.

Regina Conway
Regina Conway
Repeat angler
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Another great day of fishing with Captain Dave!
5 Hour Trip on July 1, 20264 adults

This was our second outing with Captain Dave. Our trip was originally planned for Monday, but small craft advisory prevented us going out. Dave reached out early Sunday evening to let us know and he so kindly rescheduled us to Wednesday morning. The trip was so educational, exciting for our 14 yr old grandson and friend not to mention Gma/Gpa. We can't wait to go again! Thanks Dave and Todd!!

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Coho Salmon
David Protzmann
Response from Captain

Thanks again for the review, Regina. Day 2 was another great day indeed. Todd, Glenn, and I sure enjoyed having you all aboard for the two day trip. I hope to have you back in the future! Thanks for booking!

FAQs about Fishin Da Net

Fishin Da Net offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $475 per group - 4 Hour Trip Weekday (4 hours)
  • US $475 per group - 4 Hour Trip Weekday - 3:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 5 Hour Trip - 3:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $775 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,075 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Full Moon Night (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Fishin Da Net, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet The toilet is enclosed with a door in the cabin of the boat.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar
Trips booked with Fishin Da Net include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning with the filets bagged is included at no additional charge.)
  • First mate (First mate works for tips)
Fishin Da Net offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Fishin Da Net offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Fishin Da Net include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

David Protzmann
David Protzmann

Port Washington, Wisconsin, United States

9 Fishing Reports
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28 Customer reviews
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Member since September 2024
Angler's Choice

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Capt. David Protzmann is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Port Washington, Wisconsin. Keep your eyes peeled for Coho Salmon, Brown Trout and Chinook Salmon as you try your hand at trolling, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

David Protzmann
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Capt. David Protzmann is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Port Washington, Wisconsin. Keep your eyes peeled for Coho Salmon, Brown Trout and Chinook Salmon as you try your hand at trolling, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

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
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

  • Another great fishing trip with Dave and Jeff!!
    Trevor S.
    Trevor S.
  • Great half day charter!
    Brian B.
    Brian B.
  • FIRST RATE OUTFIT
    Bryan B.
    Bryan B.
  • Fantastic trip, great fishing
    Andy M.
    Andy M.
  • Another great day of fishing with Captain Dave!
    Regina C.
    Regina C.
  • Great trip!!
    Regina C.
    Regina C.
  • Quick trip
    Jan P.
    Jan P.
  • 4 Hour Morning Trip
    Trevor S.
    Trevor S.
  •  Salmon Charter
    Steve V.
    Steve V.
  • Great Trip!
    Gary W.
    Gary W.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1987
Boat manufacturer
Sea Ray
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Mercruiser
Powered by
2 x 205HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
The toilet is enclosed with a door in the cabin of the boat.
GPS
Fishfinder
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning with the filets bagged is included at no additional charge.
First mate
First mate works for tips

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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 not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
We love having kids aboard Fishin Da Net. We recommend bringing kids who are old enough to remember and enjoy the experience. Charter fishing may not be the best experience for infants and the very young.
You keep catch

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 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

 Checks

What’s biting in Port Washington 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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