Captain
Nathan Fodness

Member since April 2018 Duluth, United States
Background
Captain Nathan Fodness didn't start out as most captains did, living on the sea. Instead, he grew up inland and only discovered his extreme passion for fishing in his early 20's. As he continued fishing more and more, he discovered he would do this professionally and decided to follow his dream. Capt. Nathan's clients are mostly families with children and he's very excited about teaching kids the joys of angling every time they come on board his charter.

Hey, I'm Captain Nathan Fodness

Duluth, United States
Background
Captain Nathan Fodness didn't start out as most captains did, living on the sea. Instead, he grew up inland and only discovered his extreme passion for fishing in his early 20's. As he continued fishing more and more, he discovered he would do this professionally and decided to follow his dream. Capt. Nathan's clients are mostly families with children and he's very excited about teaching kids the joys of angling every time they come on board his charter.
Anglers Choice
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(100 reviews)
Angler's choice
Duluth
 Last booking: 23 hours ago
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Trips from US $475

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 100 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (115)
Good experience
September fishing trip
September fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Ashlyn D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fun trip, great fish

VERIFIED   NEW  Midweek half day special on May 14, 2025
Captain knew what he was doing, took us to a nice spot and caught some beautiful fish. Had fun, 10/10
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Phillip S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 8, 2024
We had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful lake. Our family of 5 caught our first salmon and trout! Our captain...
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Joe Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Captain and a Successful Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 29, 2024
Nathan made the trip really enjoyable. He talked through every step and technique as soon as we hit the lake, and when there...
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Brandon K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 14, 2024
Rob was a professional, charismatic, energetic, kind guide. He was respectful to the wife and I. We both had a blast and he...
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Ruth W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Grinning like a fool!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 30, 2024
Captain Nate warned us that the fish were not biting well, bur everybody in our party caught at least one! We girls outfitted...
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