Captain Thorny's Fishing Charters
Captain Thorny's Fishing Charters
Make an adventure out of your next trip in Burlington and go fishing with Captain Thorny's Fishing Charters. Captain Robert will be your guide, giving you access to their sportfishing experience.
These waters hold game fish like Lake Trout, Atlantic Salmon, Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Walleye, and more, depending on when you go.
You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Your adventure begins aboard a 22' Downeast with room for 4 passengers. It has downriggers, all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.
Rods, reels, and tackle are included, as well as lures.
You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.
You might need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
You can't go wrong when you bring sunscreen (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Captain Thorny's Fishing Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing in Burlington So, how about booking that trip?
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Appropriate for children
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Friendly captain
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Satisfied with the boat
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Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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Sep 2, 2025
Salmon and Lake Trout
No Post-Labor Day Rest for Capt. Thorny & Mate Sean or the LC Fish!
Captain Thorny and Mate Sean worked their tails off to provide a great, successful Salmon and Lake Trout trip for this Lake Champlain rookie from NJ. They explained the fishery, hydrogeography, and local lure. I was Impressed to find out that Capt gives back: participates in fisheries research programs (I got to fill out my own Salmon catch data form), takes out Wounded Warriors, challenged fishermen, and had a Make a Wish youngster. A genuine good guy. Oh and he knows his LC fishing: my personal first/best 26”, 8# Salmon! Airborne 4x and the fight had us all shaking after the netting. Caught and released her and multiple other salmon and also many nice Lakers to live and fight another day. Also loved his good-day-on-the-water celebration ritual! Thanks Capt Thorny and Sean for a memorable day.
Captain Thorny and Mate Sean worked their tails off to provide a great, successful Salmon and Lake Trout trip for this Lake Champlain...
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Aug 31, 2025
Salmon and Lake Trout
Great Experience
I took my two sons and I fishing with Capt. Ron and his first mate David. Rob has spent 40 years on Champlain so he knew the spots to go for salmon, walleye, and lakers and the tackle to use. We managed to catch some salmon in slow conditions but caught many lake trout. Not only did Ron and David put us on the fish but taught us about the history of the lake and its fishery and also tips and tricks we could use if we went after these fish ourselves. We have done other guided trips but this was by far the best. Money and time well spent for this experience!
I took my two sons and I fishing with Capt. Ron and his first mate David. Rob has spent 40 years on Champlain so he knew the...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (5)
+2Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
No Post-Labor Day Rest for Capt. Thorny & Mate Sean or the LC Fish!
Salmon and Lake Trout on September 2, 2025
Captain Thorny and Mate Sean worked their tails off to provide a great, successful Salmon and Lake Trout trip for this Lake Champlain rookie from NJ. They explained the fishery, hydrogeography, and local lure. I was Impressed to find out that Capt gives back: participates in fisheries research programs (I got to fill out my own Salmon catch data form), takes out Wounded Warriors, challenged fishermen, and had a Make a Wish youngster. A genuine good guy. Oh and he knows his LC fishing: my personal first/best 26”, 8# Salmon! Airborne 4x and the fight had us all shaking after the netting. Caught and released her and multiple other salmon and also many nice Lakers to live and fight another day. Also loved his good-day-on-the-water celebration ritual! Thanks Capt Thorny and Sean for a memorable day.
Captain Thorny and Mate Sean worked their tails off to provide a great, successful Salmon and Lake Trout trip for this Lake Champlain rookie from NJ. They explained the fishery, hydrogeography, and local lure. I was Impressed to find out that Capt gives back: participates in fisheries research programs (I got to fill out my own Salmon catch data form), takes out Wounded Warriors, challenged fishermen, and had a Make a Wish youngster. A genuine good guy. Oh and he knows his LC fishing: my personal...
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Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Experience
Salmon and Lake Trout on August 31, 2025
I took my two sons and I fishing with Capt. Ron and his first mate David. Rob has spent 40 years on Champlain so he knew the spots to go for salmon, walleye, and lakers and the tackle to use. We managed to catch some salmon in slow conditions but caught many lake trout. Not only did Ron and David put us on the fish but taught us about the history of the lake and its fishery and also tips and tricks we could use if we went after these fish ourselves. We have done other guided trips but this was by far the best. Money and time well spent for this experience!
I took my two sons and I fishing with Capt. Ron and his first mate David. Rob has spent 40 years on Champlain so he knew the spots to go for salmon, walleye, and lakers and the tackle to use. We managed to catch some salmon in slow conditions but caught many lake trout. Not only did Ron and David put us on the fish but taught us about the history of the lake and its fishery and also tips and tricks we could use if we went after these fish ourselves. We have done other guided trips but this...
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