Captain
Bruce Curtis

Member since February 2019 Branson, United States
Background
Captain Bruce Curtis has been fishing the Great Lakes an Mid-Western rivers and lakes for almost half a century, which makes him a seasoned professional on these bountiful waters. He holds a US Coast Guard Mariners License and is a respected member of the fishing society. Capt. Bruce knows how to get his customers on the fish, whether they're beginners or experienced anglers.
Techniques
Table Rock/ Bull Shoals Lake Trips are trolling trips. I run multiple lines off very large planner boards. There is no casting required. When the fish hits you get up and land the fish across the boats transom. These trips are great for families with children because they do not have to cast and every one catches fish. On these trips you may catch Crappie, Large Mouth Bass, Spotted Bass, White Bass, Walleye, Small Mouth Bass, catfish and possibly a Stripper. Lake Taneycomo is a River/Lake and starts with the tail waters of Table Rock Dam. It holds some of the largest Rainbow and Brown Trout in the world. Rods, Reels and baits are furnished. You may also bring your fly rod if you prefer. The fishing style is drift fishing when the dam is running water or still fishing with trolling motor when no water is running.

Hey, I'm Captain Bruce Curtis

Branson, United States
Background
Captain Bruce Curtis has been fishing the Great Lakes an Mid-Western rivers and lakes for almost half a century, which makes him a seasoned professional on these bountiful waters. He holds a US Coast Guard Mariners License and is a respected member of the fishing society. Capt. Bruce knows how to get his customers on the fish, whether they're beginners or experienced anglers.
Techniques
Table Rock/ Bull Shoals Lake Trips are trolling trips. I run multiple lines off very large planner boards. There is no casting required. When the fish hits you get up and land the fish across the boats transom. These trips are great for families with children because they do not have to cast and every one catches fish. On these trips you may catch Crappie, Large Mouth Bass, Spotted Bass, White Bass, Walleye, Small Mouth Bass, catfish and possibly a Stripper. Lake Taneycomo is a River/Lake and starts with the tail waters of Table Rock Dam. It holds some of the largest Rainbow and Brown Trout in the world. Rods, Reels and baits are furnished. You may also bring your fly rod if you prefer. The fishing style is drift fishing when the dam is running water or still fishing with trolling motor when no water is running.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(162 reviews)
Branson
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Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 162 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
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Billy M.
Excellent
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Captain Bruce was great!

VERIFIED   NEW  Table Rock Lake Trolling Summer on October 16, 2025
This was our familyโ€™s first time fishing for trout and we had a blast! Captain Bruce was fantastic with our kids too!
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Adam P.
Excellent
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Made My Sonโ€™s Birthday Special

VERIFIED   Table Rock Lake Trolling Summer on August 1, 2025
We booked a trip with Bruce for my sonโ€™s birthday. Bruce was easy to get in touch with, directions in and out were great,...
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Patrick O.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   Table Rock Lake Trolling Summer on September 19, 2025
Captain Bruce was great to be around and was very engaged and gave lots of facts of the lake and fish in the area which was...
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Raymond P.
Excellent
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Great Time

VERIFIED   Table Rock Lake Trolling Summer on August 7, 2025
Had a great time w Captain Bruce. Set up was perfect for us and our 4 kids. Caught the perfect amount for our needs, when it...
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Eric C.
Excellent
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Excellent
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Finishing trip

VERIFIED   Spring Crappie/White Bass Trip on May 14, 2025
Captain Bruce did an amazing job helping us catch enough fish to feed us 3 times and was great company making the trip fun...
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