Charter Operator
David Bourgeois

Member since May 2014 Barataria, United States
Background
Born and raised on the Bayous of Lafitte (Barataria Basin). There is no greater way of life or joy than to share our heritage with those visiting New Orleans. I love to see the light in people's eyes as they land their catch - whether it is their 1st or 100th fish, it is always a pleasure to share a bit of the Bayou with others. I own and operate Big Dog Fishing Charters and have a team of Captains waiting to show you a great time!
Techniques
Fishing style and technique varies depending on conditions and also client's abilities. From throwing Shrimp to Artificial / Sight Casting to dropping a line we do it all!

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Barataria, United States
Background
Born and raised on the Bayous of Lafitte (Barataria Basin). There is no greater way of life or joy than to share our heritage with those visiting New Orleans. I love to see the light in people's eyes as they land their catch - whether it is their 1st or 100th fish, it is always a pleasure to share a bit of the Bayou with others. I own and operate Big Dog Fishing Charters and have a team of Captains waiting to show you a great time!
Techniques
Fishing style and technique varies depending on conditions and also client's abilities. From throwing Shrimp to Artificial / Sight Casting to dropping a line we do it all!

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(238 reviews)
Barataria
 Last booking: 23 hours ago
trips from US $475
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(28 reviews)
Barataria
 Last booking: 2 days ago
trips from US $475

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 266 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (325)
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Dream come true!
Dream come true!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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Rick B.
Muskegon, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Afternoon with capn Chad

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on March 8, 2022
It was a good trip. We caught some fish, which was pretty good considering the post frontal conditions. He made Xtra sure my...
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Alex B.
New Orleans, Louisiana
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Alden

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise Departure on August 6, 2021
Upon arrival boat and equipment were ready to roll. As soon as enough light was on the water we were rolling. Our trip started...
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BRYAN C.
La Crosse, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with Captain Alden

VERIFIED   Morning Charter on July 15, 2022
Although the fish were not active we still had a blast.ย  Captain Alden knew how and where to put us on some good Redfish.ย ...
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Jeff M.
South Jordan, UT
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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6 hour trip within Chad

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Sunrise Departure on July 14, 2022
Great experience and would recommend Big Dig to anyone. We caught 7 different types of fish and it was steady all day long!...
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Edward S.
Fayetteville, NC
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Experience

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on April 20, 2022
My wife and I had a great trip with Captain Chad. He did all that he could to get us in on some fish. We caught some Sheepshead,...
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