Chartered Waters Trout Shop & Guide Service
Chartered Waters Trout Shop & Guide Service
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We are a fly fishing (and spin fishing) guide service specializing in catching BIG TROUT on Lake Taneycomo in Branson. The original Catch Fish Guaranteed! We're so confident that you'll have fun and catch fish on your trip with us that if you DON'T catch fish...your trip is free, no gimmicks. Established in 2002, we are a brick and mortar facility with a 100% success rate...and it's a lot of fun!
Branson, Missouri
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Robert Browers
2 contributions
Mar 2020
I went fly fishing on Lake Taneycomo with my guide Brett, it was just the two of us floating the the river/lake. I did the six hour float and all I wanted was to catch fish, and Brett did not let me down. I'm from Colorado, some believe this is where all good fly fisherman go to test their skills, but I've had very few 40+ fish days in Colorado. The fish were all nice and healthy; bigger than average fish. Brett was paitient, informative, and worked to keep me on the fish. At the end of our day I was tired and happy, even though Brett consider this a "slow" day. It was the best money I've spent on fly fishing and would recommend Chartered Waters and Brett to any of my friends. Thanks for a great time Brett!
Written March 9, 2020
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Dan B
3 contributions
Jun 2020
The four hours my son and I spent floating below the Dam with Brett/Charter Waters were the highlight of our week! My 15 year son has recently found an interest in fishing and I think this experience may have spoiled him for any other fishing. Even though conditions were not ideal with real high water and more moss than usual, we pulled in somewhere between 20-25 fish during our trip. Ranging from a few 12-14", a whole slew of 15-17" and a few bigger than that, one a little over 20".
Brett is a master at his craft, keeping us busy reeling in the fish while he kept the boat in position and the rigged flyrods in our hands the entire time. The experience was better than I ever expected and highly recommend Charter Waters to anyone looking for that Missouri/Branson area trout fishing experience. Hopefully it won't spoil you for other fishing either!
Brett is a master at his craft, keeping us busy reeling in the fish while he kept the boat in position and the rigged flyrods in our hands the entire time. The experience was better than I ever expected and highly recommend Charter Waters to anyone looking for that Missouri/Branson area trout fishing experience. Hopefully it won't spoil you for other fishing either!
Written June 23, 2020
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Jodi R
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We started fishing with Brett and CW 15 years ago. We enjoyed another great day on the water as we caught plenty of trout on a challenging day. Brett is the consummate professional and always finds the pattern the fish want. If you have a larger group, Brett has a new boat in his fleet with a large deck and plenty of room. We highly recommend Brett & CW for a great guided fishing experience.
Steve & Jodi
Kansas
Steve & Jodi
Kansas
Written February 16, 2020
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Nathan W
United States2 contributions
Apr 2020 • Friends
Called Brett at 7 p.m. and he had us out on the water at 8 a.m. the next day. This was my third professionally guided trip and by far the best experience I had had. I didn't see another boat I would have rather been on all day. If you're looking for a guide that is knowledgeable yet tactful with delivery of instruction look no further.
Written May 1, 2020
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David S
4 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
My 14 year old son and myself recently went out with Brett and had a blast catching who knows how many fish overall with a couple of really nice ones just under 20". The first thing that stood out for me was how great Brett was to work with. Setting up the reservation was very easy and we texted a couple of times during the week as we were keeping our eye on the weather. The morning of the trip was raining and fortunately he didn't have a trip for the afternoon so we were able to delay our start time until the rain stopped. We really appreciated that. When we were out on the water he gave us clear instructions on what to feel for and how to let the line out and then we started catching fish shortly thereafter. He kept a rod in our hand as much as possible, often taking one from us and giving us a new one so he could clean the moss off the old lures. On our big fish he took our pictures and then sent them all to me. It was a great experience and I highly recommend.
Written June 14, 2022
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Straightenup
Belton, TX368 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
Another guide referred us to Brett’s Chartered Waters guide service and that was the durst food break we had. Brett is a “no BS guide” who doesn’t try to oversell any trip, but works constantly during our 6 hour trip to ensure we caught fish! He is informative but not overbearing, and his skill shines through! We will be back in the future as I have fished in Montana, Colorado, Arkansas and the Baja, but never had a better guide or experience! All photos are of different fish and yes my wife caught the first fish.... I think Brett liked her better....smart man!
Written June 28, 2020
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across777
Houston, Texas56 contributions
Jul 2021
I had a really great experience with Brett today and would highly recommend him. We ended up catching 12+ trout including a 20"+ rainbow. He obviously knows the lake extremely well and worked hard all day. It was a little challenging because of the weather (scattered storms) but I appreciated the communication and his flexibility. I am not a very experience fly fisherman but he was a great teacher and was patient. Thank you Brett!
Written July 1, 2021
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Peggy G
2 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
Absolutely an amazing experience. Was hesitant, but it was my hubby’s bday. So glad I went. Not only a great time with my husband, Brett was outstanding. He went above and beyond not only to teach us the water we were in but in making sure we caught fish. Trout were beautiful. Thank you to him for helping us make a great bday memorable.
Written July 9, 2020
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Curtis P
1 contribution
Apr 2022
I've been out with Brett a couple of different times now, and both times have been a fantastic experience. On my latest adventure, I pulled in two (yes two) 20"+ rainbow trout. During that same trip, one of my buddies caught a 23" brown trout that took us on an entertaining ride. Brett is extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and patient which makes the entire trip enjoyable. I would definitely recommend Brett to make your Taneycomo fishing experience successful.
Written April 18, 2022
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Trey H
2 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Brett had us on fish all four hours we were on the water. While we caught fish in good numbers, he also put us on a trophy to end the day! It was my wife’s first time using a fly rod. Brett taught her everything she needed to know and had her catching fish in minutes. On her last cast of the day she caught a 30 1/4” brown trout on a fly Brett tied! During the 30 minute fight, Brett gave her clear, calm instruction as he professionally maneuvered the boat in stout current to give her the best chance of landing the monster. Her fish ended up weighing 13.9 lbs!
Brett will put you on fish and if you are fortunate enough to hook a monster, he has the skill to help you get it to the net. Book with confidence!
Brett will put you on fish and if you are fortunate enough to hook a monster, he has the skill to help you get it to the net. Book with confidence!
Written April 26, 2022
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