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 addiction and I am honored now to become a captain and share 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 addiction and I am honored now to become a captain and share 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
(58 reviews)
St. Joseph
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $800
Port Clinton
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 58 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
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Friendly captain
100%
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Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Myra R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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WHAT A TRIP!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon/Trout (AM) on July 8, 2026
We left port at 6am at the lake by 6:15am, rods set by 6:30am and reeling our first fish by 6:50am. Captain Bryce took care...
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Jack C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing fishing experience

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon/Trout (PM) on August 7, 2026
Bryce is knowledgeable, friendly, and worked hard to ensure everyone had an awesome time. He was very patient with all of the...
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Deb S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing day!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon/Trout (AM) on April 24, 2026
We had a great trip on Lake Michigan with Bryce Watson on Fishful Thinking Charters. We ended the day with 14 cohos and one...
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Christopher R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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You gotta go out with Captain Bryce for a Lake Michigan fishing experience! Just BADA$$ from start to finish literally! Action...
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Tom W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Big Fish

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon/Trout (AM) on August 7, 2026
Our captain knew right where to go, which takle to use and we found fish right away. He was friendly and knowledgeable. Great...
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