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
Verified

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
Fishing with David
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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Trevor J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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River Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 23, 2025
We had a great time and landed plenty of fish!
Trevor J. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Douglas P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip - afternoon on March 9, 2025
It was great!!! He had us on fish immediately and for the whole time! The captain was knowledgeable and a great guy. Couldnโ€™t...
Douglas P. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Jason B.
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 September 13, 2025
Jason B. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Adam B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 9, 2025
Adam B. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Mike W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 1, 2025
Mike W. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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