Captain

Matt Bowman

Nationality: Canadian
Languages: English
Experience: 20 years

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Captain
Matt Bowman

Member since February 2020 Hamilton, Canada

Background: I began fishing when I was 3 and haven’t stopped since. I have always dreamed of fishing for a living because it’s my greatest passion and I love getting other people involved. Seeing my guests smile when they catch their first fish is priceless. But it's not just about catching fish – we're also creating memories together!
Techniques: We always troll for salmon and trout. We use downriggers, dipsey divers, and various weighted long lines

Hey, I'm Captain Matt Bowman

Hamilton, Canada

Background: I began fishing when I was 3 and haven’t stopped since. I have always dreamed of fishing for a living because it’s my greatest passion and I love getting other people involved. Seeing my guests smile when they catch their first fish is priceless. But it's not just about catching fish – we're also creating memories together!
Techniques: We always troll for salmon and trout. We use downriggers, dipsey divers, and various weighted long lines

Reviews

Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Reel Knockoffs Guide Service

4.9 / 5

(57 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(57 reviews)

Angler's choice

Hamilton • 23 ft • 3 persons

Last booking: 1 day ago

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Trips from US $332

Fishing Reports

Bigger fish are ahowing up

Jul 2, 2022 Hamilton

Had a great 4 hour trip today. Biggest fish of the eeason so fwr hit the deck. 25lb 2oz.

Coho crazy

May 29, 2022 Hamilton

The last few trips have been great for smaller coho salmon. 10-20 fish days easily.

Awesome fishing!!

Apr 30, 2022 Hamilton

Fishing was great off the niagara river this weekend. We were able to place 3rd in a small tournament.

Bumpy but productive evening

Jul 29, 2021 Hamilton

4 hour trip and 9 fish on. The lake was bumpy but we were able to get some salmon to hit the baits! 25lb 6oz was the biggest tonight.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 57 reviews

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Boat

4.9 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

4.9 / 5

Photos & videos by reviewers (106)

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Angler rating

5 stars		55
4 stars		2
3 stars		0
2 stars		0
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	97%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	100%
Appropriate for children
	92%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	93%

Appropriate for children
	92%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	93%

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Jim T.

Waterloo, ON

4.7 / 5

Experience:

4.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Half Day Trip with Captain Matt

VERIFIED Evening Trip on August 7, 2021

Jim T.

Waterloo, ON

4.7 / 5

Aug 7, 2021

Evening Trip

Half Day Trip with Captain Matt

VERIFIED

We booked this trip as a birthday gift for our grandson. It was fabulous! Captain Matt and his first mate Jeff were very patient with the two boys and took the time to explain the very complex process of Great Lake fishing. It was a great day and we heartily recommend Captain Matt and Jeff.

We booked this trip as a birthday gift for our grandson. It was fabulous! Captain Matt and his first mate Jeff were very patient...

Jim T. recommends Reel Knockoffs Guide Service

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Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on August 8, 2021

Thanks for coming out Jim. Smiles on faces is the name of the game. Glad the kids had fun

Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on August 8, 2021

Thanks for coming out Jim. Smiles on faces is the name of the game. Glad the kids had fun

Captain replied

Heather T.

Pomeroy, OH

3.7 / 5

Experience:

4.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

2.0 / 5

Overall

6 hour charter

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 23, 2023

Heather T.

Pomeroy, OH

3.7 / 5

Aug 23, 2023

5 Hour Trip (AM)

6 hour charter

VERIFIED

The experience was bad because of bad weather. But we did like crew. They were very nice. We didn’t catch anything. We ended the trip early due to being soaking wet and cold. It rained the whole time. We might book again if we visit Canada again.

The experience was bad because of bad weather. But we did like crew. They were very nice. We didn’t catch anything. We ended...

Heather T. recommends Reel Knockoffs Guide Service

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Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on August 23, 2023

Thanks for coming out guys! Unfortunately we can’t control Mother Nature. Hope to see you guys again on your next visit.

Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on August 23, 2023

Thanks for coming out guys! Unfortunately we can’t control Mother Nature. Hope to see you guys again on your next visit.

Captain replied

Tatiana G.

Hamilton, ON

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Awesome time

VERIFIED Evening Trip on September 4, 2021

Tatiana G.

Hamilton, ON

5.0 / 5

Sep 4, 2021

Evening Trip

Awesome time

VERIFIED

We had an amazing time with Matt and his dad! It was our first experience and we would definitely recommend it!!

Tatiana G. recommends Reel Knockoffs Guide Service

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Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on September 6, 2021

Thanks for coming out! It was a pleasure having you and your dad onboard!

Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on September 6, 2021

Thanks for coming out! It was a pleasure having you and your dad onboard!

Captain replied

Adrian M.

Brampton, ON

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 7, 2021

Adrian M.

Brampton, ON

5.0 / 5

Aug 7, 2021

5 Hour Trip (AM)

Great trip

VERIFIED

A great day out. Fun had by all. Capt Matt did his best to bring fish on board.

Adrian M. recommends Reel Knockoffs Guide Service

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Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on August 9, 2021

Had a great time on the water with you guys. Lots of stories and lots of fun! Can’t wait to do it again

Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on August 9, 2021

Had a great time on the water with you guys. Lots of stories and lots of fun! Can’t wait to do it again

Captain replied

Andrew L.

Mississauga, ON

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great morning!

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip (AM) on July 10, 2021

Andrew L.

Mississauga, ON

5.0 / 5

Jul 10, 2021

5 Hour Trip (AM)

Great morning!

VERIFIED

Really enjoyed my morning with Captain Matt. The man can put fish on the deck!

Andrew L. recommends Reel Knockoffs Guide Service

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Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on July 12, 2021

Thanks for coming out, Andrew! It was a pleasure to have you on board. Congrats on catching some beautiful fish.

Matt Bowman (The Captain)

Replied on July 12, 2021

Thanks for coming out, Andrew! It was a pleasure to have you on board. Congrats on catching some beautiful fish.

Captain replied

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