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
434
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
Verified

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Dave's Guide Service

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(434 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 434 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great Trout Trip
Right gear, right Captain, right time
Right gear, right Captain, right time
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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
Overall

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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Darwin E.
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 June 22, 2025
Darwin E. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Vince G.
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   2 Hour Trip - afternoon on March 26, 2025
Vince G. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Charles R.
Very good
3.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Rough day on the water

VERIFIED   Late trip on August 15, 2025
The trip started out with a 17 inches but they shut water flow off and the fishing died as well.ย  We stayed out trying to...
Charles R. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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Tasha M. W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

VERIFIED   Late trip on June 11, 2024
My family had a wonderful fishing experience with Captain Dave. Captain Dave was knowledgeable on everything including bait,...
Tasha M. W. recommends Dave's Guide Service
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