Captain
David Welch

Member since November 2018 Branson, United States
Background
Captain David Welch has been fishing these waters for over 30 years. He runs the family business, after fishing the ozarks As a local, he knows these waters intimately and will make sure you have the best possible time out there. He takes great pride in this, and will even help with any lodging questions you have. Capt. David looks forward to welcoming you on board for a great day of fishing.
Techniques
Spin cast and fly rod.

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Branson, United States
Background
Captain David Welch has been fishing these waters for over 30 years. He runs the family business, after fishing the ozarks As a local, he knows these waters intimately and will make sure you have the best possible time out there. He takes great pride in this, and will even help with any lodging questions you have. Capt. David looks forward to welcoming you on board for a great day of fishing.
Techniques
Spin cast and fly rod.
Anglers Choice
431
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
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Dave's Guide Service

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(431 reviews)
Angler's choice
Branson
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Trips from US $225

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 431 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
97%
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Chelsea M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience on a beautiful lake!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 16, 2023
Highly recommend Capt Dave! We saw an abundance of trout; both rainbow and brown. Landed dozens and took home our limit. Gorgeous...
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Thomas K.
Waverly, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trout fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 25, 2023
Excellent experience - Dave is very knowledgeable and goes out of his way to make it worthwhile! I would recommend him for...
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Kelly B.
La Crosse, KS
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with David

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 18, 2023
Dave was great the guys had a great time and put with with all their shenanigans! If he would have been available again we...
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Susan Z.
Colorado Springs, CO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 29, 2023
4 hours of fishing and catching approximately 36 trout made this a very relaxing experience. Highly recommend to anyone looking...
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Jesse L.
Claremore, OK
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 2, 2023
We had a great trip with Captain Dave. He is a fun and knowledgeable guide and did everything possible to make sure everyone...
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