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
430
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Dave's Guide Service

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(430 reviews)
Angler's choice
Branson
 Last booking: 6 days ago
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Trips from US $225

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 430 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (1290)
August fishing trip
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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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John H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome fishing expedition

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip - afternoon on June 27, 2024
Capt. Dave was a great guide. Very helpful and patient with my granddaughter. Had her reeling in the trout quickly once we...
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Jake C.
Excelsior Springs, Missouri
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

2 hour trout trip.

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip - afternoon on September 17, 2023
I would highly recommend anyone to Captain Dave. Dave was very experienced and easy going. We caught a ton of fish in just...
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Julie G.
Branson, Missouri
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

2 Hour Trip with Dave

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (4pm on August 12, 2023
We had a great fishing trip despite rain and few bites at first - taught the kids a lesson in perseverance.ย  Ended up catching...
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Jon A.
Des Moines, IA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

2 hour trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ mid morning on July 7, 2023
Second trip out with Dave and it was again very enjoyable. He had everything we needed, we caught our limit, he knew where...
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Jeanne F.
Branson, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect day!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ mid morning on May 13, 2023
Dave took us out for a fantastic trip and we caught beautiful trout. Such a fun experience and was so helpful. Weโ€™re not...
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