The Captains

Captain Riley Leslie

One of your captains!
U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain
Minnesota licensed guide
Member of Duluth Charter Fishing Guides
First Aid and CPR certified
Fully insured
10+ years of charter experience

Capt. Riley has been fishing all of his life, and has learned the tricks of Lake Superior from some of the best. He has worked aboard The Happy Hooker for over 10 years, giving him plenty of knowledge of Lake Superior to help guide you to your next big catch!

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Captain Justin Schliep

One of your captains!
U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain
Minnesota licensed guide
Member of Duluth Charter Fishing Guides
First Aid and CPR certified
Fully insured
5+ years of charter experience

Capt. Justin is an avid outdoorsmen who is born and raised in Northern Minnesota. His passion for fishing alongside his friendly personality makes him a perfect captain for your trip!

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Retired: Captain Jon Dahl

Captained the boat from 1979-2020

Jon helped found and build "The Happy Hooker" charter to what it is today. Jon took Capt. Riley under his wing and molded him into a competent charter guide and friendly fisherman. He now has passed on the fishing tradition of The Happy Hooker to Capt. Riley and Capt. Justin.