Captain
Shane Dietrich

Member since July 2018 Bay City, United States
Background
I grew up fishing the Saginaw Bay and its tributaries. I remember my dad taking me fishing for Perch, Walleye, Salmon, and many other species that Michigan has to offer on inland lakes, rivers, and the Great Lakes. I lived in very close proximity to the Tittabawassee River as a kid and remember my mom dropping me off on her way to work so I could fish. The Walleye runs were good back then but not near how great they are these days. I was passionate about fishing then and as I grew older, my passion turned into an obsession. Now the Walleye fishing is world class and as a grown man, I am still obsessed with catching and eating these tasty fish. I look forward to every trip I have on the Saginaw Bay. From the sunrises to the sunsets and all the great people I get to meet and fish with, I am truly blessed to have been introduced to fishing by my father at a young age.
Techniques
I love trolling small spoons and crank baits at very fast speeds for walleye up to 4 mph. this allows me to cover lots of water in a short period of time while looking for active fish that are willing to bite.

Hey, I'm Captain Shane Dietrich

Bay City, United States
Background
I grew up fishing the Saginaw Bay and its tributaries. I remember my dad taking me fishing for Perch, Walleye, Salmon, and many other species that Michigan has to offer on inland lakes, rivers, and the Great Lakes. I lived in very close proximity to the Tittabawassee River as a kid and remember my mom dropping me off on her way to work so I could fish. The Walleye runs were good back then but not near how great they are these days. I was passionate about fishing then and as I grew older, my passion turned into an obsession. Now the Walleye fishing is world class and as a grown man, I am still obsessed with catching and eating these tasty fish. I look forward to every trip I have on the Saginaw Bay. From the sunrises to the sunsets and all the great people I get to meet and fish with, I am truly blessed to have been introduced to fishing by my father at a young age.
Techniques
I love trolling small spoons and crank baits at very fast speeds for walleye up to 4 mph. this allows me to cover lots of water in a short period of time while looking for active fish that are willing to bite.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 138 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Ted P.
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Great trip to Saginaw Bay

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Shared Walleye (PM) on June 30, 2023
Captain Shane did a tremendous job with our trip. He made us feel welcome and comfortable. We did not have to throw any fish...
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Tim L.
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Greatest trip ever

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Shared Walleye (PM) on August 3, 2024
Captain Shane is the best charter I have ever been on.ย  Organized, professional and knowledgeable!ย  Enjoyed the entire trio...
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James B.
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Threepete 2025

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Walleye (AM) on June 21, 2024
The charter was fun, relaxing, and we caught some fish.ย  The captain and crew were awesome.ย  We are already looking forward...
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Becky M.
Caro, Michigan
Excellent
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Fishing with Capt. Shane

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Shared Walleye (AM) on May 2, 2022
I gave this fishing trip for Christmas to my husband,ย  son-in-laws and brother-in-law. This is their 2nd time fishing with...
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BIANCA L.
Clare, MI
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Two Half Day Fishong Trips with Captain Shane Dietrich

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Walleye (PM) on August 25, 2021
My son and daughter visited us this week.ย  They each have 2 boys between 10 and 13.ย  Three years ago, each family visited...
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