Rates/Policies
Guide Service Rates:
“Again Thank You very much for the fishing and the great time I had out there with you. You do a great job as a guide!”
–Tim Robinson
Captain Kirk with a Fox River walleye
The Guarantee:
We will put fish in the boat! If no fish are put in the boat, you will pay no more for your trip than the retainer. You’ll still have a great time out on the water and only pay the retainer fee of $95. The balance due will not be due. Fishing can be tricky and sometimes the fish win or the weather just doesn’t cooperate. If that’s the case you will not have to spend additional money to not catch fish.
Captain Kirk guides only one or two people at a time. Sorry, he will not take three or more people in the boat.
2025 Guide Trip Rates:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Holidays
(Captain Kirk guides one or two people only.)
Rates are for ONE (1) or TWO (2) Clients
WARP SPEED Day Trip: $465 (6.0 hours on the water)
Beam Me Up 1/2 Day Trip: $395 (up to 4 hours on the water)
Retainer Fee: $95
Had a great time? More fun than you expected? Dan accepts cash tips.
No dollar amount is too large. Tipping is NOT expected but appreciated.
Monday through Thursday SPECIAL
(Captain Kirk guides one or two people only.)
Rates are for ONE (1) or TWO (2) Clients
WARP SPEED Day Trip: $415 (6.0 hours on the water)
Beam Me Up 1/2 Day Trip: $365 (up to 4 hours on the water)
Retainer Fee: $95
Had a great time? More fun than you expected? Dan accepts cash tips.
No dollar amount is too large. Tipping is NOT expected but appreciated.
The above rates are for the Winnebago System and for bodies of water that Dan considers local. Captain Kirk spends most of his time on the Fox River in Spring. He may do some midweek guide trips on the Wolf River as well, and then he’ll transition to Lake Winnebago late spring through October. If the weather cooperates Dan will get back on the Fox River in November.
Fish Cleaning
$3 per fish. $10 minimum fee.
The lakes and rivers in the area do not have fish cleaning stations. Captain Kirk must bring filet knives, a cleaning table, a garbage bucket, garbage bags, fresh water, and storage bags. Plus you’re paying for his expertise, his TIME, and his skills. Watch and learn and ask questions. Please bring a cooler & ice to keep your fish fresh if you choose to keep fish.
Reservations:
Please call or text Captain Dan Kirk at 920-722-1881 or email: CaptainKirk@FishingGuideWisconsin.com to check if your date is available. Captain Kirk will only take one or two people out at a time on the water. Sorry, he’s not available for parties greater than 2.
Retainers:
$95 non-refundable down payment that is used to hold your date. Once paid, it will be subtracted from your daily rate to create your balance due.
Example: Full Day on a Friday; $465 – $95 retainer = Balance due of $370 after trip.
Due to my crazy schedule, the nature of this business, and the average time it takes to book dates, a non-refundable retainer is due at the time of booking. You will receive a PayPal statement for the retainer fee which can be paid with PayPal or your credit or debit card online. Your balance due may be paid in cash or check only. A $40 fee will be applied to any returned checks.
Balance Due:
Please have cash or check ready to pay off the balance due upon completion of your trip.
Cancellations:
Cancellations are not valid unless confirmed by Fishing With Captain Kirk LLC by direct phone conversation. (Sorry, no emails or voice messages). All cancellations made within 48 hours of your trip’s start time and all “NO SHOWS” will be charged the remaining balance.
(Your retainer will not be refunded.)
Rescheduling:
Trips run rain or shine. However, trips will be rescheduled if water conditions are dangerous or if weather conditions will make the day not fun. (high winds, temps below 36F, lightning, flood levels, ice, cold rain, etc.) This determination is made by Fishing With Captain Kirk LLC.
Tips:
Did you have a great time? More fun than you expected? Have a great day of catching? Get the biggest fish of your life? Learn a lot about fishing? Then you might want to consider tipping your guide. Tipping is NOT required or expected. How much should you tip if your trip was deserving of a tip? Good question. It’s really up to you. Tips have ranged from $20-$200+ for a single day of guiding. People from Kansas and Wyoming are the best tippers. Go ahead, set a new record.
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What’s Included:
* The use of Fenwick Elite Tech Walleye Rods or St. Croix Eyecon or Avid Rods.
* Pflueger Reels
* 17′ 2″ G3 Angler Boat with an open floor plan and a 75 HP 4 Stroke Yamaha operated by Captain Kirk
* All Bait, Jigs and Artificial Lures!
* NO extra fee for live bait if used!
* Safe and Fun Time
* Intelligent Conversation about anything
* Digital photos of your catch emailed or text to you!
* PFD’s (personal flotation device) for adults (I do not have all children’s sizes)
* Fishing Education & Tips
* Joke of the Day if requested
* Knot Tying Lessons if requested
What to Bring:
* Valid Wisconsin Fishing License
* Polarized Sun Glasses
* Quality Rain Gear (even on sunny days)
* Camera
* Clothing Appropriate for the weather
* Snacks
* Food
* Beverages (Alcohol is not allowed.)
* Hat
* Cooler for Fish unless it’s a catch & release trip
* CASH or Check for the balance due
2024 Lake Winnebago Neenah Shoreline Cruise:
Take a leisurely cruise in Captain Kirk’s fishing boat and check out the shoreline realestate in Neenah, WI.
Captain Kirk will be your tour guide. He’ll tell you about the lake and properties on it. And some of it will be true.
$250 for up to 2 hours. Rates are for ONE (1) or TWO (2) People. This is not a fishing trip. Sightseeing only.
“I have fished with Dan and can tell you that this guy knows how to catch fish! Knowledge comes from experience and Dan has a ton of it. His knowledge of how to find fish is only exceeded by his passion to share his experience with others! When I ask someone if they fish, usually I get a muted answer followed by stories of never catching fish. While it’s always possible to get skunked, Dan tips the odds in your favor. We have been out fishing where we score 50+ fish between us. Now that’s fishing! But what I love most about fishing with Dan is that he gets so excited when you land a fish. Genuinely excited for you!
One time we were fishing on the Wolf River and I hooked up a bass. I get it in and Dan notices there is a little walleye just barely sticking out of its throat! I said, ‘Should we pull it out?’ and Dan said, ‘NO! We have to weigh it first!!!!’
I have dozens of fishing stories with Dan and now you can too!”
Lance Lewis – Owner, Champion Video Services, Kaukauna, WI
Champion Video Services
Please check out Captain Kirk’s videos on YouTube. Watch, Share, Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@dankirkoutdoors
Take A Kid Fishing:
Are you looking to make great fishing memories with your child or grandchild? Dan will help them so they can catch fish too!
Wolf River Beauty
For a great time on the water Fishing With Captain Kirk LLC is the way to go. Safe, reliable fun and with a little luck, FISH.
No Smoking
No Alcohol
No Firearms
No Illegal Drugs
YES to Fishing FUN!
YES to Safety!
YES to Laughter!
YES to Catching!
YES to God’s Creation!
Captain Kirk’s Guarantee!
Captain Kirk expects to get fish in the boat! No one ever wants to get skunked and Captain Kirk wants to put you on fish. However, if no fish get in the boat you do not have to pay the balance due! No Fish – No Balance Due! It’s that simple.