Captain
Joe Pappas

Member since February 2018 Wyandotte, United States
Background
Captain Joe Pappas grew up in Wyandotte, MI, and has spent most of his life fishing the Detroit River, Lake Erie, and Lake St. Clair. He began his fishing career right after getting a bachelors degree in HVAC Engineering Technology, fishing several local Walleye and Bass Tournaments. After winning a major tournament on Lake Erie in Buffalo, NY, he decided to completely devote himself to becoming a charter captain.
Techniques
Boat and Equipment.We will be fishing out of a 2020 Lund 2175 Pro V walleye boat, very stable and can handle any type of situation that arises. Safety is my number one priority! This boat is is rigged perfectly for jigging in the river or making those long runs out into the lake.In the Detroit river boat control is the single most important thing. That’s why I have a MotorGuide Xi5 105 pound thrust, 36 volt trolling motor, this enables me to maneuver the boat in high winds and be able to keep us on the fish all day long. Of course electronics plays a very important tool as well GPS/Fish finder. Detailed maps, contour lines, and fish finder are very important for locating fish, being able to stay on them and adjust to the fishing conditions.My rods/reels are very well maintained, so your not fighting with your equipment only the fish on the end of your line. " Lets Go Fishing" Capt. Joe Pappas

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Wyandotte, United States
Background
Captain Joe Pappas grew up in Wyandotte, MI, and has spent most of his life fishing the Detroit River, Lake Erie, and Lake St. Clair. He began his fishing career right after getting a bachelors degree in HVAC Engineering Technology, fishing several local Walleye and Bass Tournaments. After winning a major tournament on Lake Erie in Buffalo, NY, he decided to completely devote himself to becoming a charter captain.
Techniques
Boat and Equipment.We will be fishing out of a 2020 Lund 2175 Pro V walleye boat, very stable and can handle any type of situation that arises. Safety is my number one priority! This boat is is rigged perfectly for jigging in the river or making those long runs out into the lake.In the Detroit river boat control is the single most important thing. That’s why I have a MotorGuide Xi5 105 pound thrust, 36 volt trolling motor, this enables me to maneuver the boat in high winds and be able to keep us on the fish all day long. Of course electronics plays a very important tool as well GPS/Fish finder. Detailed maps, contour lines, and fish finder are very important for locating fish, being able to stay on them and adjust to the fishing conditions.My rods/reels are very well maintained, so your not fighting with your equipment only the fish on the end of your line. " Lets Go Fishing" Capt. Joe Pappas
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(38 reviews)
Wyandotte
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (41)
Excellent trip
Excellent trip
Catching walleye on the Detroit River
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
97%
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Jerry C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent trip

VERIFIED   Morning Trip on April 4, 2025
Joe is the best guide Iโ€™ve ever fished with. He always knows where and how to put you on fish. This trip was cold and rainy...
Jerry C. recommends Pappy's Charter Service
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Michael R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Catching walleye on the Detroit River

VERIFIED   Morning Trip on March 22, 2025
Captain Joe was great fun day hooking some really nice fish. High recommend captain Joe for a charter.
Michael R. recommends Pappy's Charter Service
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Danielle B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time

VERIFIED   Morning Trip on July 6, 2024
Me and my family had such a great time celebrating my dadโ€™s birthday. We caught alot of fish and fun doing it. Thank you!
Danielle B. recommends Pappy's Charter Service
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Olin C.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   Morning Trip on July 8, 2024
Joe is experienced, friendly and professional. He put us on the fish and was a pleasure to fish with.
Olin C. recommends Pappy's Charter Service
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Nghia G.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Joe

VERIFIED   Afternoon Trip on May 20, 2024
Nghia G. recommends Pappy's Charter Service
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