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Quinn Knudsen
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Quinn Knudsen

Grand Rapids, United States
25+ reviews
Capt. Quinn grew up in Northern Michigan fishing his entire life. He quickly found a passion for chasing migratory and non-migratory fish throughout Lake Michigan and its' numerous tributaries. Capt. Quinn worked on Lake Michigan charter boats from the age of 15 to 21 and bought his first river boat at age 16. Over the past decade Capt. Quinn has developed a particular skill set for chasing salmon, steelhead, trout and smallmouth throughout Lake Michigan's tributaries. After receiving his degree in Finance from Grand Valley State University he decided this was a skill set that he wanted to share and opened up Ripple Effect Guide Service for business.

Charters

Rating

5.0
38 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (38)

Showing 1 – 5 of 38 reviews
  • Brian Tarble
    Brian Tarble
    Repeat angler
    us
    Wisconsin, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome steelhead trip!

    Half day trip- Steelhead • 1 adult

    Captain Quinn worked hard to make sure we put some steelhead in the boat. I missed a couple early in the day and then the bite slowed down. I had only scheduled a half day trip, but it ended up turning into a full day with 8 nice steelies landed. Caption Quinn did everything he could to make sure I caught fish. He even stopped at the bait store after our trip and helped me get set up to go out on my own! Awesome guide who went above and beyond and I would highly recommend him to anyone.

    Reported catch:
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Greg Cinal
    Greg Cinal
    us
    Indiana, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Captain Quinn Did a Great Job!

    Half day Jigging on the Bays • 2 adults

    Captain Quinn created the perfect trip for us! Right down to the time and place… weather would have cancelled our trip but he suggested an alternate location and even with a delay due to an emergency rescue at our drop in location, we limited out early!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the kind words Greg!

  • Josiah Kwasniewski
    Josiah Kwasniewski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2023
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Quinn for the win!

    Inland Lake Fishing • 3 adults

    Great trip! We had a blast catching Walleye with Captain Quinn. He had impressive knowledge, experience and tech for landing the most fish possible on our half day trip. He helped the three of us with specific techniques for hooking the Walleye and kept us entertained with many interesting stories from his career on the water. Will definitely book another trip in future!

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
  • Clyde Wilson
    Clyde Wilson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
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    Member since 2026
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip!

    Inland Lake Fishing • 2 adults

    We had an absolute blast on this trip! We caught fish, had fun and made a new lifetime friend/family member with the Captain. Can not wait to hit the water with him again in the future!

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
  • Troy Hamilton
    Troy Hamilton
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Had a great time

    Trophey Walleye Fishing • 4 adults

    We had a great trip on Long Lake. Everybody caught fish. Captain Quinn was a great teacher. He helped us improve our technique. If we get back up this way we'll use him again.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the kind words Troy! Was a pleasure having you guys on the boat.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Fun fishing trip
    Chris E.
    Chris E.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Amazing trip!
    Clyde W.
    Clyde W.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Quinn for the win!
    Josiah K.
    Josiah K.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Awesome steelhead trip!
    Brian T.
    Brian T.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Outstanding trip
    William B.
    William B.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Fishing with Quinn
    Jeff B.
    Jeff B.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Amazing time for my guys!
    Jenna L.
    Jenna L.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse CityTraverse City, MI
    Pike..Pike..Pike and more Pike
    Ryan W.
    Ryan W.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service
    Ripple Effect Guide ServiceGrand Rapids, MI
    Muskegon River Brown Trout
    Randy S.
    Randy S.
  • Ripple Effect Guide Service – Muskegon River
    Ripple Effect Guide Service – Muskegon RiverNewaygo, MI
    Awesome trip!!! Steelhead on the Grand!
    Mark B.
    Mark B.

What's biting with Ripple Effect Guide Service – Traverse City in Traverse City

Coho and Chinook Salmon (Brownies and Steelies as well) fishing remains hot during September, and you'll be able to target Trout varieties too. 

Top catches for September