Captain
Bryce Watson

Member since June 2025 St. Joseph, United States
Background
I started fishing on the st.joe river as soon as i could pick up a rod, my passion grew from there as I ventured out on the big lake. The first time i experienced screaming drag from a king salmon I was hooked for life. My passion became an addicton and i am honored now to becoming a captain and sharing this addiction with the next angler.
Techniques
I enjoy a big rod spread trolling. 3 down riggers, 4 dipsys divers and 8 long lines. that many rods out you are bound to stay busy.

Hey, I'm Captain Bryce Watson

St. Joseph, United States
Background
I started fishing on the st.joe river as soon as i could pick up a rod, my passion grew from there as I ventured out on the big lake. The first time i experienced screaming drag from a king salmon I was hooked for life. My passion became an addicton and i am honored now to becoming a captain and sharing this addiction with the next angler.
Techniques
I enjoy a big rod spread trolling. 3 down riggers, 4 dipsys divers and 8 long lines. that many rods out you are bound to stay busy.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(13 reviews)
St. Joseph
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $500
Just added to our fleet
Port Clinton
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (23)
Fishing with Bryce
Great buddies and kids trip
Wonderful memories
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Teresa L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Knowledgeable and accomodating

VERIFIED   NEW  Half day Evening Salmon/Trout on July 15, 2025
My husband and I did the โ€œLake Trout Charter Half Day $700โ€ on Capt Bryce Watsonโ€™s Fishful Thinking in St. Joseph, MI.ย ...
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Chris H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Passionate about fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day morning Salmon/Trout on July 10, 2025
Captain Bryce and his first mate are passionate about fishing.ย  They know their stuff and have patience with rookie anglers.ย ...
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Craig S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day morning Salmon/Trout on July 4, 2025
I highly recommend Captain Bryce. We caught a ton of King Salmon, Steel Heads and a trout. While other charters caught 3 or...
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Paul R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Evening Lake MI Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half day Evening Salmon/Trout on July 8, 2025
We had a party of four with varying fishing experience and had a really wonderful experience catching trout and salmon.ย  The...
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Eric R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

HIGHLY Recommend Fishful Thinking

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day morning Salmon/Trout on July 20, 2025
Bryce is top notch and you should book Fishful Thinking if youโ€™re considering a St. Joe charter. He is knowledgeable about...
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