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.

Hey, I'm Captain David Welch

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
Verified

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(429 reviews)
Angler's choice
Branson
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $225

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 429 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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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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Gene S.
Springfield, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Captain Dave

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 12, 2022
A very cold morning but the fishing and hospitality made the trip worth while. My daughter wanted to fish Taneycomo to celebrate...
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Michael K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the Lake

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip - Noon on April 1, 2024
Dave was fantastic. Caught six rainbow and a big brown that we released. Dave is a super guy and helped us rookies.ย  What...
Michael K. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Tyler J.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

We got what was expected

VERIFIED   Late trip on March 27, 2024
5 people.ย  3 kids under 12.ย  Everyone caught at least 2 fish within our allotted time.ย  Kids would have common snags and...
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Roger H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great guide!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 15, 2024
Great guide! 4 hour trip. The 15 yr old boy said he could have fished all day. Caught some nice browns and lots of rainbow....
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Tracie H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 10, 2024
Family of 5 caught our limit and had great experience! David was attentive to messages, personable and informative. We would...
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