Brookdog Fishing Company 

5.0/5 (4 reviews)
 1111 Fuhrmann Boulevard, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States

As a rule – the bigger the water the bigger the fish.  Charter fishing in Buffalo Niagara is the only way you can experience the “big water” of our region, which includes Lake Erie, the Niagara River, and Lake Ontario. We offer a premium guided fishing service here in the Buffalo Niagara Region.

Except for the occasional vacation (most of which are spent fishing somewhere else), we’re on the water every week of the year – staying in touch with conditions, learning, improving our skills, and taking feedback from our clients.

We constantly work toward mastery of every technique/tackle type and prioritize passing this knowledge to our clients above all else.

We regularly upgrade our tackle to ensure our clients have the opportunity to use the latest and greatest tools of the trade.

Our boats are the best the industry has to offer – perfect for hardcore, multi-species anglers as well as families looking to make lasting memories on the water. Hundreds of 5-star reviews say it all – a day with us is an experience you’ll cherish forever.

Ryan Shea

Captain

Ryan Shea

10 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks & Lunch)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
Almost there...
Half Day (morning)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $450 
Half Day (late afternoon/evening)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for 2 people
US $450 
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $600 

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photo by reviewers (1)

August fishing trip

Angler rating

4
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

75%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

80%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews
Andrei G.
Andrei G.

East Aurora, NY

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on August 25, 2021

 

 Andrei G. recommends Brookdog Fishing Company
1 person finds this review helpful
Ryan Shea
Ryan Shea (The Captain)
Replied on September 7, 2021
Great meeting you and Dimitri! It was a pleasure spending time on the water with you my friend. Take care and I hope to see you again.

Scott W.
Scott W.

Buffalo, New York

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Full day on the lower niagra.

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on February 1, 2020

Great day, we caught many fish and Ryan was outstanding!

Great day, we caught many fish and Ryan was outstanding!  

 Scott W. recommends Brookdog Fishing Company
1 person finds this review helpful
Ryan Shea
Ryan Shea (The Captain)
Replied on February 2, 2020
It was a pleasure meeting you and Chris! Safe travels - see you in the fall

Chris B.
Chris B.

Buffalo, NY

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Morning Bass Run with Capt. Ryan

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on June 29, 2019

Great time - super prepared, got us on the fish. Explained everything we needed, took the hassles out of fishing. Will definitely go again.

Great time - super prepared, got us on the fish. Explained everything we needed, took the hassles out of fishing. Will definitely go again.  

 Chris B. recommends Brookdog Fishing Company
Ryan Shea
Ryan Shea (The Captain)
Replied on July 2, 2019
Thanks for the review, Chris. You guys took the hassle out of guiding! Felt like I was out with the bros. Thanks for the business - looking forward to seeing you again!

Chan C.
Chan C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED

Trip was supposed to happen on May 10, 2025

The charter operator canceled 299 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

1 person finds this review helpful
Ryan Shea
Ryan Shea (The Captain)

Sharon W.
Sharon W.

Annandale, VA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on August 15, 2018

 

 Sharon W. recommends Brookdog Fishing Company
1 person finds this review helpful
Ryan Shea
Ryan Shea (The Captain)
Replied on September 11, 2018
Such a good time! Glad to have met you guys!
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FAQs about Brookdog Fishing Company

What are the trip rates for Brookdog Fishing Company?

Brookdog Fishing Company offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day (late afternoon/evening) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day (morning) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Brookdog Fishing Company?

When you book a trip with Brookdog Fishing Company, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Brookdog Fishing Company?

Trips booked with Brookdog Fishing Company include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Fishing with live bait is always an option - especially on challenging days. There is no added cost if we have to go that route. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I don’t charge for cleaning and filleting service)
  • Snacks (I do t provide snacks - but I have plenty of storage available if you want to bring g your own)
  • Drinks (I provide water to all my guests. Feel free to bring anything else that keeps you happy throughout a day of fishing )
  • Lunch (I provide breakfast - bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches.)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
What types of fishing does Brookdog Fishing Company offer?

Brookdog Fishing Company offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing (Niagara River - Upper and Lower Niagara)
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Erie, Lake Ontario)
What fishing techniques does Brookdog Fishing Company offer?

Brookdog Fishing Company offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Brookdog Fishing Company?

Top targeted fish species with Brookdog Fishing Company include:

  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brown Trout
  • Carp
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Lake Trout
  • Muskellunge (Musky)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Ryan Shea

Buffalo, New York, United States

11 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
5 Customer reviews
Member since October 2017

After spending more than half his life on the move as an officer in the United States Marine Corps, the idea of “home waters” started to sound appealing. With a desire to grow roots, provide stability for his family, connect with community, and teach others the joys of fishing and importance of preserving our natural resources, Ryan started Brookdog Fishing Company back where his addiction to fishing began – Western New York. With knowledge gained from numerous trips with leading guides from across the U.S. and Canada as well as the leadership and organizational skills developed over nearly 2 decades of service, Ryan challenges paradigms every time he wets a line. Passion, intensity, organization, professionalism – all subdued by a laid-back demeanor and a need to play outside.

Our Team
Ryan S.

Ryan S.

Captain

The fish you can target

Smallmouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Carp
Carp
Freshwater Drum
Freshwater Drum
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Muskellunge (Musky)
Muskellunge (Musky)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Warrior
Boat type
Dual console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Niagara River - Upper and Lower Niagara

Lake Fishing

Lake Erie, Lake Ontario

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Fly Fishing

Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Multimedia System

Wireless Trolling Motor

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Fishing with live bait is always an option - especially on challenging days. There is no added cost if we have to go that route.

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

I don’t charge for cleaning and filleting service

Snacks

I do t provide snacks - but I have plenty of storage available if you want to bring g your own

Drinks

I provide water to all my guests. Feel free to bring anything else that keeps you happy throughout a day of fishing

Lunch

I provide breakfast - bacon, egg, and cheese sandwiches.

Fly Fishing Equipment

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.

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

Kids, or short anglers as I like to call them, are always welcome on my charters. I pride myself on the ability to teach all ages how to fish - and to keep even the most impatient anglers engaged.

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

 Checks

What’s biting in Buffalo right now

Bass (Smallmouth)Bass (Smallmouth)
Brown TroutBrown Trout
Lake TroutLake Trout
Muskellunge (Musky)Muskellunge (Musky)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)