Captain
Shawn Keulen

Member since October 2018 Winthrop Harbor, United States
Background
My experience on these waters dates back to when I was 7 years old and I began fishing with my father. I began working as a first mate on charter boats when I was 13 years old. With over 30 years of experience in the charter industry and multiple generations, fishing is not only in our blood, it's also our passion.

Hey, I'm Captain Shawn Keulen

Winthrop Harbor, United States
Background
My experience on these waters dates back to when I was 7 years old and I began fishing with my father. I began working as a first mate on charter boats when I was 13 years old. With over 30 years of experience in the charter industry and multiple generations, fishing is not only in our blood, it's also our passion.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(65 reviews)
Winthrop Harbor
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Trips from US $770

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 65 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (91)
Great day!
Great day!
Great Time
+88
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
91%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
88%
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Alex F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great birthday outing

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Weekday (AM) 1-6 PAX on September 1, 2025
Took my family on a charter with Shawn for my birthday. Easy instructions and good communication beforehand, and a productive...
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Joseph C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day!

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Weekend (PM) on August 15, 2025
Captain Shawn and Boomer were great!ย  We had a group of 6 with mixed levels of fishing experience and everyone had a blast...
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Harold K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Shawn

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Weekend (AM) on August 15, 2025
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Cara T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Successful day out on the Lake!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Weekend (PM) on July 20, 2024
Shawn and crew were so great! Very communicative to answer all our questions before the trip, and helpful in figuring out which...
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Todd S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Shawn

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip โ€“ Weekend (PM) on July 30, 2023
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