Charter Operator
David Bourgeois

Member since May 2014 Barataria, United States
Background
Born and raised on the Bayous of Lafitte (Barataria Basin). There is no greater way of life or joy than to share our heritage with those visiting New Orleans. I love to see the light in people's eyes as they land their catch - whether it is their 1st or 100th fish, it is always a pleasure to share a bit of the Bayou with others. I own and operate Big Dog Fishing Charters and have a team of Captains waiting to show you a great time!
Techniques
Fishing style and technique varies depending on conditions and also client's abilities. From throwing Shrimp to Artificial / Sight Casting to dropping a line we do it all!

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Barataria, Verenigde Staten
Background
Born and raised on the Bayous of Lafitte (Barataria Basin). There is no greater way of life or joy than to share our heritage with those visiting New Orleans. I love to see the light in people's eyes as they land their catch - whether it is their 1st or 100th fish, it is always a pleasure to share a bit of the Bayou with others. I own and operate Big Dog Fishing Charters and have a team of Captains waiting to show you a great time!
Techniques
Fishing style and technique varies depending on conditions and also client's abilities. From throwing Shrimp to Artificial / Sight Casting to dropping a line we do it all!

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(270 reviews)
Barataria
Trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(37 reviews)
Barataria
Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Beoordelingsoverzicht
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 307 reviews
Boot
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
93%
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Marcel K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Had a great time- highly recommend

GECONTROLEERD   Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on Juni 12, 2025
My wife and I did a half day morning trip with Captain Ron. We didnโ€™t know how we would do two days after a full moon but...
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John L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Great two day charter

GECONTROLEERD   Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on September 27, 2025
We were a group of three, including a 12 year old boy. Captain Mike really did well at instructing and helping the boy, making...
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David J. J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Their name says it all

GECONTROLEERD   Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on April 9, 2025
I spent a few days researching charters in the area because Iโ€™m from Massachusetts and let me tell you they are TopDog for...
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Leah M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Memory of a lifetime!

GECONTROLEERD   Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on Juli 12, 2025
Captain Mark was really cool! I learned you never bring a banana on a fishing boat! Mark made sure we caught fish, had fun...
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Steven W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boot
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Algemeen

Great trip

GECONTROLEERD   4 Hour Trip (PM) on April 2, 2025
We had less than ideal conditions. The wind was blowing 20 mph and I assumed the trip would be canceled. Big dog assured me...
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