Captain
Mark Kruger

Member since March 2023 Lake City, United States
Background
Like many fishing guides, I started early in life with the passion of catching various species of fish. In my case, it was spending a lot of time learning different techniques on the Mississippi River and the larger Walleye lakes of Minnesota. For the past 8 years, I've been fishing competitively on the Minnesota Tournament Trail. I dedicate the majority of my time to fishing Walleye and Saugers. I'm a member of the Walleye Searchers of Minnesota and contribute annually to Take-a-Vet Fishing.
Techniques
I like to change my styles of fishing going by the season / water temperature and water flow / Wind direction. Spring fishing is jig fishing and live bait rigging, Early Summer is live bait, casting and trolling crankbaits. Summer is crawler harness and trolling crankbaits. Fall is a mix of things.

Hey, I'm Captain Mark Kruger

Lake City, United States
Background
Like many fishing guides, I started early in life with the passion of catching various species of fish. In my case, it was spending a lot of time learning different techniques on the Mississippi River and the larger Walleye lakes of Minnesota. For the past 8 years, I've been fishing competitively on the Minnesota Tournament Trail. I dedicate the majority of my time to fishing Walleye and Saugers. I'm a member of the Walleye Searchers of Minnesota and contribute annually to Take-a-Vet Fishing.
Techniques
I like to change my styles of fishing going by the season / water temperature and water flow / Wind direction. Spring fishing is jig fishing and live bait rigging, Early Summer is live bait, casting and trolling crankbaits. Summer is crawler harness and trolling crankbaits. Fall is a mix of things.
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Dutch's Fishing Guide Service โ€“ Lake City

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(19 reviews)
Lake City
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great fishing guide
Lots of fish with Mark
Lots of fish with Mark
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Marc F.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on July 30, 2025
Marc F. recommends Dutch's Fishing Guide Service โ€“ Lake City
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William B.
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Fishing trip in September

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on September 2, 2023
William B. recommends Dutch's Fishing Guide Service โ€“ Lake City
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Mark J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing day with an amazing captain and guide

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on June 28, 2024
We had an incredible day on the river with Captain Mark.ย  We caught fish and learned so much.ย  We enjoyed the experience...
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Matthew Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on May 25, 2024
Had a great time on the water with Captain Mark. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to.ย  He was also great with my...
Matthew Y. recommends Dutch's Fishing Guide Service โ€“ Lake City
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Todd R.
Excellent
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Good times on the big muddy

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on April 30, 2024
Had a great morning, caught my biggest sauger ever, biggest striped bass and biggest Buffalo. Mark is a great guide and fun...
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