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
(110 reviews)
Angler's choice
Duluth
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Trips from US $475

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 110 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (127)
Awesome Trip
Excellent fishing
Excellent fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Roger H.
Millstadt, IL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall
Went out for a five hour trip this afternoon with Captain Nate and Jake first mate. First rate treatment by Captain and crew....
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Lucas N.
Grand Forks, ND
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 13, 2023
We had an amazing experience with Captain Nathan and First Mate Jack. The trip was very family oriented as my wife and two...
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Charles G.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in August

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on August 3, 2023
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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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