Captain
Casey Richarson

Member since May 2021 Traverse City, United States
Background
I have been fishing my whole life. In 2016 I made it my career. I take pride and creating an unforgettable experience every time I'm on the water. I started Fishing as a young boy on my grandfather's dock on derby lake in Stanton, Michigan. I fished throughout my whole adult life. In 2013 I was in a Vehicle fire that nearly killed me. With all the newfound time on my hands healing, I found fly tying and immersed myself in the world of flyfishing. With countless hours on the water and time on the vice. I decided to make this my career as I got back on my feet. After nine years of guiding I absolutely love what I do! There's no better therapy than the water. I'm passionate about sharing my story and the healing powers of nature that surround us.
Techniques
Fly fishing and spin gear

Hey, I'm Captain Casey Richarson

Traverse City, United States
Background
I have been fishing my whole life. In 2016 I made it my career. I take pride and creating an unforgettable experience every time I'm on the water. I started Fishing as a young boy on my grandfather's dock on derby lake in Stanton, Michigan. I fished throughout my whole adult life. In 2013 I was in a Vehicle fire that nearly killed me. With all the newfound time on my hands healing, I found fly tying and immersed myself in the world of flyfishing. With countless hours on the water and time on the vice. I decided to make this my career as I got back on my feet. After nine years of guiding I absolutely love what I do! There's no better therapy than the water. I'm passionate about sharing my story and the healing powers of nature that surround us.
Techniques
Fly fishing and spin gear
Anglers Choice
46
Reviews
11
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Northern Michigan Guided Fishing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(46 reviews)
Angler's choice
Traverse City
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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Trips from US $179

Fishing Reports

Great pan fishing in TC
Great pan fishing in TC
Jun 1, 2026 Traverse City
And fishing on the local inland lakes has been going great. Plenty of opportunity for big bass and lots of bluegill. If you're interested in getting a massive pan fish for dinner or just casting for bass book a trip and come experienced Northern Michigan -Casey
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Salmon fishing has been holding strong!
Salmon fishing has been holding strong!
Oct 13, 2025 Traverse City
Salmon have Been dropping bobbers all week. If you're interested in capitalizing on one of the last weekends of salmon fishing I have availability Saturday morning 10/18
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Fall salmon and steelhead
Fall salmon and steelhead
Oct 8, 2025 Traverse City
Lots of hard fighting fish to be had. Witb so many fish in the lake last week I expect there to be a good bite through the end of the month. Steelhead are in the system as well in targetable numbers.
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Salmon fishing going strong
Salmon fishing going strong
Sep 30, 2025 Traverse City
With so many fish still staging in the lake salmon fishyin the rivers should hold strong through October. Lots of nice fish still being caught!
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Fall perch fishing on torch lake
Fall perch fishing on torch lake
Sep 25, 2025 Traverse City
Fall is here! And so are the perch! Perch fishing on torch has been really good in the last week. We are starting to see some Atlantic salmon come into shallow or water to eat perch. This allows us to catch a few salmon along with our perch. Atlantic salmon or some of the best table fair in Michigan. If you're looking to get out and enjoy all that Michigan has to offer this fall please feel free to reach out! -Casey
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Phenomenal perch Fishing!
Phenomenal perch Fishing!
Sep 25, 2025 Traverse City
Pre-spawn perch Fishing has been at it It's best in the last few days. I have been catching limits the last week out on torch Lake. Most fish ranging from 8 to 12 inches with the occasional fish over 14.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 46 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (22)
great guide, awesome gear, fun time
great guide, awesome gear, fun time
knew the lake and got us on the fish!
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Angler rating
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Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
78%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
80%
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Sarah H.
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Casey is a great guide!

VERIFIED   Trout Fishing Fly/Gear-Full Day on June 17, 2026
Casey was a great guide on our Manistee River trip for trout.  He has a lot of knowledge to share, he was courteous, helpful,...
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Michaela D.
Excellent
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Casey is great and we highly recommend!

VERIFIED   NEW  Pan Fishing-Half Day on August 9, 2026
Casey is great and we highly recommend! We caught many fish! He asked ahead of time what our expectations were for the day...
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Christine A.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Great guide, awesome gear, fun time

VERIFIED   NEW  Pan Fishing-Half Day on August 7, 2026
panfish, small mouth bass.  captain had nice tackle for everyone to use, maximized our opportunities to find fish, and was...
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Barry K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Beautiful river. Very knowledgeable guide

VERIFIED   Trout Fishing Fly/Gear-Half Day on July 8, 2026
Casey is a top notch guide and fisherman.  The conditions were unfortunate and we did not catch trout.  Interestingly enough,...
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Keith J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip out on long lake with captain casey. my son and i caught all kinds of fish and i highly reccomend

VERIFIED   Pan Fishing-Half Day on July 15, 2026
awesome captain that knows how to find all kinds of fish. my son and i had an absolute blast. captain casey was very polite...
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