John Hierseman
Captain

John Hierseman

Solon, United States
6 reviews
Hersh Fishing guides in Eastern Iowa, with a concentration on Lake Macbride, Coralville Lake and Pleasant Creek. Trips in Northern Minnesota are also availabe during limited scheduling. We'll fish from a Crestliner 1850 Fish Hawk with modern electronics. Rods, lures, bait, life jackets are provided. You just have to show up and catch fish! We could target Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Hybrid Striped Bass ('Wipers'), Crappie, or Muskellunge (Musky). Come join me on the water!

Charter

Rating

5.0
6 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (6)

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  • Robert Miecznikowski
    Robert Miecznikowski
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great day

    4 Hour Half – Day Trip2 adults
    Reported catch:
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Robert! It was a fun day with you guys!

  • Jarred Hutchison
    Jarred Hutchison
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught targeted species and had a great time

    3+ Hour Evening Trip (Weekdays)2 adults

    Captain was great, got us on fish, and helped us target some monster hybrid stripped bass.

    Reported catch:
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jarred and Mike! Was a fun evening for me too netting those big fish!

  • Michael Schmitz
    Michael Schmitz
    Repeat angler
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great with Kids and Very Knowledgeable

    3+ Hour Evening Trip (Weekdays)3 adults2 children

    John was great with the kids and made the trip enjoyable for the whole family. We wanted to learn more about fishing, and he was very helpful and patient in teaching us. Periodically John gave us options for what we could do next. We also got a great feel for the lake. I highly recommend John!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks for fishing with me Michael! You and the kids were a lot of fun to share the boat with.

  • Adam Mcgilligan
    Adam Mcgilligan
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    great experience

    7-8 Hour Full Day Trip2 adults

    John was a great guide, easy to talk to and very personable He was willing to share his knowledge to make sure we caught fish. I would highly reccomend him for anyone looking for a guide. 5 stars.

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Adam! It was a lot of fun fishing with you and AJ. I'm glad the big fish cooperated so well that day too!

  • David Anderson
    David Anderson
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great evening on the water

    3+ Hour Evening Trip (Weekdays)3 adults

    We had a great time with John on Lake MacBride last night. It was a fun trip. John was easy to work with and very knowledgeable. My daughter caught her biggest fish!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks David! It was a lot of fun fishing with you, your daughter and your mom. It's pretty special having 3 generations all in the boat together!