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
432
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Dave's Guide Service

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(432 reviews)
Angler's choice
Branson
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $225

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 432 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fishing with David
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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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Wes J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Excellent guide

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 28, 2025
Guide was on time, organized, had back up rods and reels and gave good tips to catch fish. Would use him again, and have the...
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Steve C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun time for me and my grandson.

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip โ€“ mid morning on June 17, 2025
Really enjoyed our time fishing. Dave was a great guide and very accommodating. He made sure we caught fish. We will definitely...
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Rick G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun and Exciting

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip - afternoon on June 12, 2025
My 12 yo son and I fished for three hours and Dave knew exactly where to take us. We caught many fish and we were extremely...
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Mike M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Daveโ€™s guide service

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 17, 2025
Dave is top notch Grandson loved it Highly recommend You wonโ€™t be disappointed Caught all kinds of trout
Mike M. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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James R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Rainbow trout

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip - afternoon on July 8, 2025
Great trout fishing experience with my boys.ย  Great time, fun experience on lake Taneycomo.ย  Highly recommend
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