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David Bourgeois

Languages: English
Experience: 15 years

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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!

Hey, we're David Bourgeois

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!

307

Reviews

Fishing Reports

My Charter Listings

Big Dog Fishing Charters – 24' Boat

4.9 / 5

(270 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(270 reviews)

Barataria • 24 ft • 4 persons

Trips from US $500

Big Dog Fishing Charters - 23' Boat

5.0 / 5

(37 reviews)

5.0 / 5

(37 reviews)

Barataria • 23 ft • 4 persons

Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

Redfish were ON Fire!

Jul 10, 2024 Barataria

Awesome Trip yesterday with Trammel’s group from Florida Pulled in a Catch and sent Trammel home with a ton of “groceries” Thanks again for choosing to CATCH with The BIG DOGS!

Kids loving the Bayou Life! Hooking REDS

Jul 9, 2024 Barataria

Living their best life and enjoying summer to the fullest! Your kids will love a Big Dog Charter too … as much (or more) than you do! Book your Big Dog Trip today and make memories

NOW is the time to book your trip!

Oct 25, 2022 Barataria

Fall Fishing ... Happening NOW ! Book your BIG DOG Trip today

FALL Fishing !! ARE YOU READY??

Oct 25, 2022 Barataria

Ready to get in on some Fall Fishing? Book your Big Dog Charter today

Day 1 with this Awesome Crew …

Aug 29, 2022 Barataria

Departed dock just before the sun startedto wake up. We went out in search of some REDS for these guys to lay into and got to work. Mainly got into some Redfish but also hit some Trout.

The Brown’s enjoy Memorial Day

May 31, 2021 Barataria

Thanks Mr. William for booking your family to CATCH with Us today

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 307 reviews

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Boat

4.9 / 5

Crew

4.9 / 5

Experience

4.8 / 5

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5 stars		280
4 stars		21
3 stars		3
2 stars		2
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	95%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	98%
Appropriate for children
	96%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	93%

Appropriate for children
	96%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	93%

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Mike V.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

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November fishing trip

VERIFIED NEW Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on November 8, 2025

Mike V.

5.0 / 5

Nov 8, 2025

Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter

November fishing trip

VERIFIED NEW

Very hospitable, great guide, will use him again.

Mike V. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters – 24' Boat

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David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on November 10, 2025

Thank you again Mr. Mike! We look forward to having Yall back

David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on November 10, 2025

Thank you again Mr. Mike! We look forward to having Yall back

Charter Operator replied

Timothy D.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great Day

VERIFIED Morning Charter on June 25, 2025

Timothy D.

5.0 / 5

Jun 25, 2025

Morning Charter

My Captain for the morning 6 hour trip was Chad. He keep me on fish the whole time and very informative about the area and the different fish that we were fishing for. I had a good day and will book with Big Dog again

My Captain for the morning 6 hour trip was Chad. He keep me on fish the whole time and very informative about the area and...

Timothy D. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters - 23' Boat

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David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on June 26, 2025

Thank you again Mr. Tim, so happy you enjoyed! And we hope to have you back in the future

David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on June 26, 2025

Thank you again Mr. Tim, so happy you enjoyed! And we hope to have you back in the future

Charter Operator replied

Adam C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great time!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 2, 2025

Adam C.

5.0 / 5

Aug 2, 2025

4 Hour Trip (PM)

Great time!

VERIFIED

Captain was amazing and made the trip fun even when we weren’t catching fish! He is quick to change spots if you aren’t getting any action. Definitely worth every penny!

Captain was amazing and made the trip fun even when we weren’t catching fish! He is quick to change spots if you aren’t...

Adam C. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters – 24' Boat

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David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on August 7, 2025

Thank you again Adam for choosing Big Dog Charters!

David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on August 7, 2025

Thank you again Adam for choosing Big Dog Charters!

Charter Operator replied

Joseph P.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

ABOVE AND BEYOND

VERIFIED Morning Charter on May 31, 2025

Joseph P.

5.0 / 5

May 31, 2025

Morning Charter

ABOVE AND BEYOND

VERIFIED

The whole experience from booking with Susan,web site, communications, lodging and, a great “Captain Ron”. Exceeded expectations, made you feel like family. After we left they found my little brothers wallet and shipped it to NM, Therefore must add exceptional integrity.

The whole experience from booking with Susan,web site, communications, lodging and, a great “Captain Ron”. Exceeded expectations,...

Joseph P. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters - 23' Boat

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David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on June 9, 2025

Thank you again Mr. Joe! It was a pleasure to have your group book with Us, so happy yall had such a great time! We look forward to having yall back with Us again.

David Bourgeois (The Charter Operator)

Replied on June 9, 2025

Thank you again Mr. Joe! It was a pleasure to have your group book with Us, so happy yall had such a great time! We look forward to having yall back with Us again.

Charter Operator replied

Jeanine M.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Amazing Experience with Big Dog Fishing!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip (PM) on April 14, 2025

Jeanine M.

5.0 / 5

Apr 14, 2025

4 Hour Trip (PM)

Amazing Experience with Big Dog Fishing!

VERIFIED

We had a great fishing trip with Big Dog Fishing! Barry was incredibly knowledgeable about both the fish and the local area, which made the experience even better. No doubt—this is the best fishing charter in the area. Highly recommend!

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 – 24' Boat

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ABOVE AND BEYOND

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Amazing Experience with Big Dog Fishing!

Amazing Experience with Big Dog Fishing!

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