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Ethan Fackler
Ethan Fackler
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
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Member since 2020
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2 trips
5.0
Verified

Fun with the Family

Half Day Trip (7AM)6 adults

Captain Brad was the perfect choice for our family outing in mid-August. We had four (4) adults and two (2) younger children, most with little fishing experience. That said, Captain Brad not only made everybody feel immediately comfortable and off to casting and catching right away. Though we ran into a bit of rough water on the way out, he was well prepared, and warned us ahead of time. The rest of the day was both beautiful, and rewarding. Catching a mix of some keeper Walleye, Perch, and Catfish plus Sheephead and Goby to toss back made for excitement all around. In addition to his duties as Captain, bait helper, and casting teacher, Captain Brad was wonderful with the kids, telling some tall tales and finding fun things to show them when they needed a break from fishing. Overall, we'd highly recommend Captain Brad to both the serious fishing folks and casual casters alike.

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4.8
159 reviews
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What anglers say

  • 99%
    Great experience
  • 98%
    Family friendly
  • 100%
    Friendly captain
  • 99%
    Good boat
  • 97%
    Recommended
  • 91%
    Caught fish

All reviews (159)

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  • Scott Harden
    Scott Harden
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2025
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Big Walleye

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    Captain Brad took us into Canada to get us the best fish. Yes, it required an Ontario fishing license but it paid off. We caught very nice walleye. The fishing conditions weren’t great but we did better than most from the radio chatter. Brad kept us moving to try and stay on the fish. No wind and bright sunshine made it very tough conditions for catching fish but a beautiful day on the water otherwise. And at days end he cleaned our catch. Definitely would book with him again in the future.

    Reported Catch
    Walleye
  • Leonard Gallmeyer
    Leonard Gallmeyer
    us
    Indiana, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing with Brad

    Full Day Trip • 6 adults

    We didn't catch anything but it wasn't the captains fault, he moved us number of times but the fish just didn't bite. He traveled about 43 miles to get us on fish, so I say he tried.

  • Julie Davis
    Julie Davis
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2019
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    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great fun with family and Captain Brad

    Half Day Trip (7AM) • 4 adults

    Perch fishing, didn't limit out, but Captain can't control Mother Nature.......wind out of northeast. Overall, lots of fun on the water!!!!

    Reported Catch
    Yellow Perch
  • Ed Mcgowen
    Ed Mcgowen
    us
    Ohio, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    great guide

    Full Day Trip • 6 adults • 1 child
  • Randy Redmond
    Randy Redmond
    us
    Tennessee, US
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    Member since 2023
    4.0
    Verified

    Great First Trip

    Full Day Trip • 4 adults

    Grat first Erie trip. Brad really knows what he's doing. Put us on fish right away. Weather was rough...waves are hard on an old man. I'd definitely go again, but for a half day.

    Reported Catch
    Walleye