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
(264 reviews)
Barataria
 3 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(36 reviews)
Barataria
 Last booking: 4 days ago
Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 300 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (393)
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Memory of a lifetime!
Memory of a lifetime!
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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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ABOVE AND BEYOND

VERIFIED   Morning Charter on May 31, 2025
The whole experience from booking with Susan,web site, communications, lodging and, a great โ€œCaptain Ronโ€. Exceeded expectations,...
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Jeanine M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing Experience with Big Dog Fishing!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on April 14, 2025
We had a great fishing trip with Big Dog Fishing! Barry was incredibly knowledgeable about both the fish and the local area,...
Jeanine M. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters โ€“ย 24' Boat
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Chris B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time.

VERIFIED   NEW  Morning Charter on July 17, 2025
Weather was turning bad but they managed to get us out and on some fish.
Chris B. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters - 23' Boat
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John M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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FANTASTIC trip; magical experience on the bayou

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on May 10, 2025
Captain Chad was amazing, very personable and knowledgeableโ€ฆ provided everything we needed to have a great time. Caught a...
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Matt G.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great last minute fishing trip!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on September 28, 2024
We booked our fishing trip the night before and they were very quick to confirm our trip. The weather was beautiful, kind of...
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