Captain
Nate Radke

Member since July 2025 Milwaukee, United States
Background
With over 40 years of family fishing experience on Lake Michigan, our legacy runs deep in these waters. Fishing isn't just a pastime—it's a way of life passed down through generations. We've spent decades mastering the art of chasing salmon and trout, and that dedication has led to over 10 tournament victories in Salmon-A-Rama, one of the Midwest’s premier fishing competitions. From early morning lines to hard-fought weigh-ins, every trip is fueled by passion, tradition, and a commitment to excellence on the water.
Techniques
Whether we're trolling the big boards or dropping jigs into a feeding frenzy, it’s all about the thrill of the chase. Trolling is like setting a spread at the all-you-can-eat buffet—covering water and tempting kings, cohos, and steelhead with a smorgasbord of baits. Jigging, on the other hand, is hands-on and high-adrenaline—feeling every thump, every strike, and going toe-to-fin with fish in real time. Two styles, one goal: hook into Lake Michigan giants and make some memories while we’re at it!

Hey, I'm Captain Nate Radke

Milwaukee, United States
Background
With over 40 years of family fishing experience on Lake Michigan, our legacy runs deep in these waters. Fishing isn't just a pastime—it's a way of life passed down through generations. We've spent decades mastering the art of chasing salmon and trout, and that dedication has led to over 10 tournament victories in Salmon-A-Rama, one of the Midwest’s premier fishing competitions. From early morning lines to hard-fought weigh-ins, every trip is fueled by passion, tradition, and a commitment to excellence on the water.
Techniques
Whether we're trolling the big boards or dropping jigs into a feeding frenzy, it’s all about the thrill of the chase. Trolling is like setting a spread at the all-you-can-eat buffet—covering water and tempting kings, cohos, and steelhead with a smorgasbord of baits. Jigging, on the other hand, is hands-on and high-adrenaline—feeling every thump, every strike, and going toe-to-fin with fish in real time. Two styles, one goal: hook into Lake Michigan giants and make some memories while we’re at it!

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(41 reviews)
Milwaukee
Trips from US $175

Fishing Reports

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 41 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (101)
Ice fishing with Captain Nate
Ice fishing with Captain Nate
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Francisco C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Slow day, still a good day.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon (PM) on August 30, 2025
Capt. Nate was very knowledgeable. He gave us a heads up for a slow day of fishing and a chance to reschedule. We were...
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Lyle C.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best fishing day of 2025

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon (AM) on October 20, 2025
Great Fishing! Beautiful catch of three salmon! Captain Nate was an awesome guide and very knowledgeable of the water areas!...
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Ben D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon (AM) on September 12, 2025
Calm, prepared, professional.ย  Showed us how to target fall kings with different techniques and what to use.ย  Also put a...
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Jake S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best salmon trip ever

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon (AM) on August 23, 2025
This is hands down the best charter ive ever been on. Caption nate knows exactly what to do and how to catch fish. Both my...
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James L.
Tabernash, Colorado
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Morning Smackdown with Capt Nate

Half Day Trip โ€“ Salmon (AM) on June 28, 2025
Great sunrise bite, but when the fish disappeared, Nate was able to get us back on them. There were more boats than Iโ€™ve...
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