Nate Kelsch (Big Nate)

When you fish with Big Nate, you’re stepping onto a boat with over 35 years of experience chasing just about every species in Northern California. Lakes, rivers, reservoirs, the ocean—you name it, Nate’s fished it. From the moment he could hold a rod and reel, fishing has been his passion. But what really fires him up these days? Sharing that passion with you. Whether you're new to the sport or a seasoned angler, Nate’s all about putting you on fish, making you laugh, and making sure you walk away with stories you’ll be telling for years. Trolling is his specialty—his “bread and butter.” You’ll be running top-tier gear, using everything from spoons and stickbaits to dodgers, hoochies, TPex lures, spinners, and rolling bait. It’s a full spread, dialed in and deadly effective. And yeah, if you hook into a big one, don’t be surprised when you hear a loud “DONKEY ALERT!” echo across the water. It means you're into a trophy. But heads up—“REEL, REEL, REEL!” gets yelled a lot too... in the best way possible. If you're looking for a trip packed with energy, laughs, fish, and a guide who genuinely loves what he does—Big Nate’s your guy.