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Robert Dunning
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Robert Dunning

Manistee, United States
Veteran owned
50+ reviews
I've been fishing my whole life! I grew up working on commercial fishing boats as a kid and I'm turning 66 this year - as you can see, there are several decades of fishing experience. I'll gladly share my knowledge and skills with you

Charters

Rating

5.0
58 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (58)

Showing 1 – 5 of 58 reviews
  • Michael Haag
    Michael Haag
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a great time

    5 and a Half Hour Trip Summer • 2 adults

    Captain Bob and 1st Mate Bret were great. They really knew what they were doing and worked hard to find just the right fishing spots to make sure we were able to catch our limit of fish, which we did in only about three and a half hours. Their skill at cleaning our catch was not only impressive but instructive. My wife now knows how to clean fish and they taught us a trick to make the meat whiter. We will definitely do this charter again.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    thank you guys. We appreciate it. 

  • Wes Asher
    Wes Asher
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a blast, didn’t listen to the weatherman.

    5 and a Half Hour Trip Summer • 4 adults

    Bob and Brett took very good care of the three of us. We caught a lot of fish and had a great time. Bob and Brett have been doing this a long it showed their experience on the water where to go and why to go to different spots. l

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    thank you you guys appreciate you coming out 

  • Amy Bashore
    Amy Bashore
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing day out on the Bay

    5 and a Half Hour Trip Summer • 3 adults

    captain Bob was absolutely amazing! very knowledgeable about the area and where the perfect spots are for fishing! im looking forward to our next trip out. i think we caught our limit within the first three ours out.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    thank you guys. It was my pleasure.

  • Mike Janisse
    Mike Janisse
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    What a great experience, highly recommend them!

    5 and a Half Hour Trip Summer • 4 adults
    Response from Captain

    thank you guys for coming out. We appreciate it. 

  • Tara Nelson
    Tara Nelson
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Robert

    5 and a Half Hour Trip Summer • 2 adults • 1 child

    We took a mother-and-son trip and had the absolute best time walleye fishing! From the start, we were set up in a great spot and were catching fish right away. The crew was incredibly kind and patient—especially with my 5-year-old, who had a blast reeling in some big ones. Captain and first mate Bret were experienced and ready to ensure our success. My kiddo even got to take home a perch to have mounted, which was such a special moment for him. They cleaned all our fish and made everything so easy from start to finish. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a family friendly and memorable fishing experience!

    Reported catch:
    Walleye

Real catches shared by our community

  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    July fishing trip
    Maria F.
    Maria F.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Had a blast, didn’t listen to the weatherman.
    Wes A.
    Wes A.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Had a great time
    Michael H.
    Michael H.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    What a great experience, highly recommend them!
    Mike J.
    Mike J.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Amazing day out on the Bay
    Amy B.
    Amy B.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Perfect Birthday!
    Lorna C.
    Lorna C.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Fishing trip July 27
    Michael H.
    Michael H.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Fishing with Robert
    Tara N.
    Tara N.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Great trip, wonderful captain and first mate!
    Sarah H.
    Sarah H.
  • Captain Big Bobber Charters
    Captain Big Bobber ChartersLinwood, MI
    Friendly and Thoughtful
    Nader H.
    Nader H.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Big Bobber Charters – Manistee in Manistee

If you head north of the port, you can explore the waters up to 150-foot deep for Chinook Salmon and Coho Salmon. The Manistee River and Lake Michigan are also bustling with plenty of fishing action. 

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

Group of anglers proudly posing in front of a catch board displaying Walleye at Linwood Beach Marina after a successful fishing trip.

Fishing has been on fire charter did not

Jun 26, 2026 • Linwood
A few dates left in July check out my calendar
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a board at Linwood Beach Marina after a successful fishing trip.

Had a couple of great people come out to

Jun 5, 2026 • Linwood
Fishing was hot today. We had to make one move and we were on them.
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A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a board at Linwood Beach, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Four man limit by 10:30 it was on fire

Jun 3, 2026 • Linwood
Had a great group of guys today thank you guys for coming out. We appreciate it.
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A family poses proudly in front of a catch board displaying numerous Walleye after a successful fishing trip with Big Bobber Charters at Linwood Beach.

Fishing was on fire today

Jul 15, 2025 • Linwood
The kids did an awesome job keeping a rod tip up. We only lost a few.
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A group of four anglers proudly posing in front of a catch board displaying a successful haul of Walleye at Linwood Beach Marina in Michigan.

Fishing is on fire

Jun 1, 2025 • Linwood
Weather permitting Fishing is on fire
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An angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.

The big girls are starting to come back

Oct 16, 2024 • Linwood
Weather‘s been a little crappy the past couple of weeks, but we’ve been managing to get some decent fish when we can get out
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