Brad is the best captain available on the Big Manistee.  He’s friendly, professional, and anticipated our every need.  The boat included the latest technology and comforts to make our trip productive and enjoyable.  I’d recommend the full day package, including lunch.  We were happy we got the extra time and killer meal.Kyle and I are looking forward to our next trip in the spring of 26 !!

We hire a guide a few times a year and this was our best trip. We caught brown trout and big steelhead with Brad on the Manistee River. Dead of winter is a great time to book. The captain worked so hard in an 8 hour snowstorm, with temps around 8 degrees. Very comfortable in the heated enclosure on quick breaks from fishing. Brad knows these waters like the back of his hand, and put us right on top of the fish at every spot. Very polite, accommodating & professional. Thank you for hosting us on... More

Captain Brad delivered! Snow, wind,  and cold! No problem. Nice heated boat, fish finder and years of experience, he put us on top of the fish and switch up on the bait to get us reeling them Steelies in the net. Top notch guide. Can’t wait until we book another trip with him again.

Brad was awesome- he taught me how to cast and was so incredibly patient. His stories are awesome. He works so hard to make sure we catch fish - I caught an amazing steelhead fresh out of the lake, along with trout and bass. I cannot wait to book again with Brad.

Brad is always on the fish!!  Nice boat with lots of room.  You can warm under the canopy when it’s cold.  You will have a great time. Today we saw two Mink too! One on the bank and one swam across the river right past the boat.