Brookdog Fishing Company
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Brookdog Fishing Company

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(4 reviews)
53 Elmwood Park West
Tonawanda, NY, 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.

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

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $570
    No matter the time of the year, there’s always a “hot bite” here in the Buffalo Niagara Region. Our focus is to fish the prime zones of the region for the most active fish. These trips are all about maximizing time on the water – from teaching you the program (getting you oriented to the terrain / why we’re fishing in that spot, proper employment of the tackle, how to present baits, etc.) to covering water, giving you a huge dose of the region is the name of the game to ensure you have a great experience.
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FAQs about Brookdog Fishing Company

Brookdog Fishing Company offers the following trip to customers:
  • $570 per group - 7 Hour Trip (7 hours)
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
Trips booked with Brookdog Fishing Company include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • Lunch
  • Fly Fishing Equipment
Brookdog Fishing Company offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing
Brookdog Fishing Company offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
Top targeted fish species with Brookdog Fishing Company include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brown Trout
  • Carp
  • Freshwater Drum
  • Lake Trout
  • Muskellunge (Musky)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

About the Captain

Ryan Shea
Tonawanda, New York, United States
9 Fishing Reports
ID & License verified
4 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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout Brown Trout
Carp Carp
Freshwater Drum Freshwater Drum

Boat specs

Warrior (Angler) originally built in 2021. Powered by a 225HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Wireless Trolling Motor
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Lunch
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

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.

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 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
Visa
Mastercard
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 4 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photo by reviewers (1)
August fishing trip
Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
75%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
100%
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Andrei G.
East Aurora, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on August 25, 2021
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Scott W.
Buffalo, New York
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day on the lower niagra.

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on February 1, 2020
Great day, we caught many fish and Ryan was outstanding!
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Chris B.
Buffalo, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Morning Bass Run with Capt. Ryan

VERIFIED   7 Hour 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...
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Sharon W.
Annandale, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on August 15, 2018
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