Captain
Brian Gilbert

Member since April 2022 Brethren, United States
Background
Brian has been a passionate outdoorsman from an early age, exploring Northern Michigan and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. In 2019, he started sharing his wealth of knowledge with other anglers and working in the outdoor industry. Brian's extensive experience also includes working as a fly fishing guide in the Central Alaskan backcountry. When he's not with his clients, Brian spends his time on the water and in the woods, looking for shed antlers and picking mushrooms. As a Michigander, he spends the late fall days hunting for white-tailed deer.

Hey, I'm Captain Brian Gilbert

Brethren, United States
Background
Brian has been a passionate outdoorsman from an early age, exploring Northern Michigan and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. In 2019, he started sharing his wealth of knowledge with other anglers and working in the outdoor industry. Brian's extensive experience also includes working as a fly fishing guide in the Central Alaskan backcountry. When he's not with his clients, Brian spends his time on the water and in the woods, looking for shed antlers and picking mushrooms. As a Michigander, he spends the late fall days hunting for white-tailed deer.
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Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 28 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (23)
Beautiful scenery and experience
Good time!
Pike on the fly
+20
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
92%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
85%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish
80%
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Kimberly S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip for my son and I

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 12, 2026
Brain was very knowledgeable and willing to share his expertise with both my son and I. The fish unfortunately were not biting...
Kimberly S. recommends Due North Guide Service
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Kyle S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Good time!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Afternoon (PM) on August 22, 2026
had a great time with Brian we didnt get on many fish but my 4 year old came along and Brian did great putting up with him...
Kyle S. recommends Due North Guide Service
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Kevin A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Pike on the fly

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip – Afternoon (PM) on August 16, 2026
Great experience with Capt. Brian fly fishing for Pike in the river. Brian was patient with my beginner fly skills and helped...
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Roxanne A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Beautiful scenery and experience

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 30, 2026
Brian was very knowledgeable, helpful and cool!! We had a great time and left with memories that will last a lifetime.  we...
Roxanne A. recommends Due North Guide Service
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Matthew G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A great experience

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) on August 24, 2026
Captain Brian is great and tons of fun!
Matthew G. recommends Due North Guide Service
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