At The Fish Guyd Guide Service, we cater your trip to exactly what you are looking for. We have many styles of fishing and different bodies of water to have the best experience possible. Whether you're chasing the next trophy fish or just looking to fill the cooler with fresh eaters, we've got you covered.
We specialize in fun, laid-back fishing trips across the Brainerd Lakes Area, including legendary waters like Gull Lake, Pelican Lake, and Whitefish Lake. Our mission? To put you on fish and give you a great time doing it. Families, first-timers, seasoned anglers – all are welcome.
We don’t just park you somewhere and hope for the best. We move regularly to stay on the fish and tailor every trip to your goals – whether it's walleyes for dinner, bass and pike for action, or that once-in-a-lifetime trophy musky. With top-notch equipment, local know-how, and a no-pressure vibe, it’s no wonder our clients keep coming back.
✅ Relaxed and professional guide
✅ Great for families, kids, and serious anglers
✅ Catch eaters and trophies
✅ Ice and open water trips available
✅ Local lakes, local knowledge, BIG results
Your fishing machine for the day is a 24' Bay boat that holds up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials.
Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is also included.
Before coming aboard buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.
It's recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed.
If you have any questions about fishing with The Fish Guyd Guide Service, feel free to send Capt. Nick a message down below.
Captain
Nick Retka
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip Morning on July 6, 2025
Nick was a fantastic guide with plenty of knowledge of where the fish are and how to catch them. We were catching fish from start to finish. Our party was 2 adults and 2 kids. Nick was great with the kids, answering questions and showing them what to do. We got done and the kids kept saying can we come back and go with Captain Nick again. We will book again in the future!
Nick was a fantastic guide with plenty of knowledge of where the fish are and how to catch them. We were catching fish from start to finish. Our party was 2 adults and 2 kids. Nick was great with the kids, answering questions and showing them what to do. We got done and the kids kept saying can we come back and go with Captain Nick again. We will book again in the future!
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Aitkin, Minnesota, United States
Capt. Nick is experienced in navigating the waters of Breezy Point, Minnesota and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. Join them on a thrilling fishing trip where you might reel in Sunfish, Smallmouth Bass and Northern Pike. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Light Tackle
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
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.
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
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
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The Fish Guyd Guide Service - Updated 2025 Prices