Testimonials

					  This was our first catfishing trip we had ever done and it was so great that I don't think we'll ever top it. We started out at 8 and by... read more about 9:15 we already had 16 cats caught. There were other boats around us but none we're catching them like we were. We ended the day at 4 with 55 cats landed and many muscles made sore. Throughout the day, Donovan was always making sure the bait was fresh and that we were in the right place at the right time while also giving us any tips/advice that we needed. Definitely the best guide I've ever been out on the water with.  Without a doubt we will be booking with Blackwater cats next year and I can't wait!				
Payton T
August 26, 2015 

					  This was my 2nd trip with Blackwater Cats and Ryan was our guide again on Lake Winnipeg.  Ryan busted his butt to get us on fish and we caught... read more a lot of fish and a lot of big fish.   6 of our 8 guys caught personal records (including my 30.5" walleye).    We had 1 day in which we				
Douglas P
March 1, 2017 

					  Had a great time today with my family.  Our guide, Donovan, was very knowledgeable and great with our kids.  We were fishing for cat fish and we caught... read more many!  Also he took the time to teach the kids how to handle reeling in these big catfish, as well as how to cast for gold eyes.  His boat and equipment were exactly what was needed and he was prepared for the day.  I would highly recommend Blackwater Cats if you are in Winnipeg( he is roughly 45 minutes out)!!  Thanks Donovan for a great time and a day we will never forget!				
Angela R
June 8, 2017 

					  A friend and I spent an 8-hour day on the water with one of Donavon's guides, James. By all accounts, this season has been a bit slow by the usual... read more standards, but James worked hard to find the fish, and we ended up with 37 cats between the two of us. The biggest was over 37",  with multiple fish over 34". The smallest we caught was about 28", and it was the smallest by far.  For anyone in Western Canada who enjoys fishing, this trip is something you should experience. And Blackwater Cats is definitely the way to go. Awesome experience. …				
Darcy E
August 1, 2017 

					  Spent a great morning battling monster cats. Have fished with Blackwater Cats a couple of times and both times we brought in a number of master anglers including a massive... read more 37.75” beast. All tackle is provided. Big thanks to our guide Ken who consistently put us on the fish.				
TnJAdvents
August 11, 2019 

					  Booked a half day trip, caught so many big "cats" that it started to get "passé"

Will definitely recommend and book again!

Megwetch Donovan				
northofduckmountain
August 4, 2016 

					  Dono is pure gold in fishing and in personality. I can't say I've met many people who I enjoy so thoroughly in the eight hours of meeting him.

 ... read more  As for the trip itself it was nothing but monster cats all day long. Looking forward to doing a second trip in the near future. 

   Thank you so much for all the laughs, this day will never be forgotten.				
Carl G
June 10, 2018 

					  Dono is pure gold in fishing and in personality. I can't say I've met many people who I enjoy so thoroughly in the eight hours of meeting him.  ... read more  As for the trip itself it was nothing but monster cats all day long. Looking forward to doing a second trip in the near future.      Thank you so much for all the laughs, this day will never be forgotten. …				
Carl G
June 1, 2018 

					  Had a blast on the Red River during one of our down days of the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup. We are visiting from the U.S. and were introduced to... read more some of the biggest catfish we have ever seen! Our guide, Donovan (owner), was fantastic and helped us reel in all the catfish we could handle. Great half day trip. Would definitely recommend...he is a great host and has a fantastic boat that flies on the water.				
Cally M
June 10, 2015 

					  Thanks Ryan for a awesome trip.  We will be back				
Bryan Boltjes
 
					  we had a great morning on the water with Donovan today and caught tons of cats...awesome time!  Thanks Donovan!!				
Debbie Arseneau
 
					  One of the best guides!!!				
Joe Zenkovich

					  A first class operation.  Donovan is a fun guy to fish with and taught me a few things about catfishing.
4 of the first 5 fish were master angler.  Ended with 7 trophies total in a 4 hr trip.				
Todd Carver
 

					  My boyfriend and I went out with Donovan this morning and had a great time.
We weren't without a bite for more than 5 minutes and if we were Donovan moved us to another spot. Great guide. Highly recommend and would definitely go out again. Thanks for all the cats�				
Rhonda Simcoe
 

					  Was an awesome day catching cats thanks Wayne for the great day				
Dallas Campbell
 

					  Just got back from a couple days fishing with Donovan and Blackwater Cats.  Outstanding trip and top notch guiding by Donovan.  Always kept us in the fish...I figure we pulled in over 700lbs of fish over 12 hrs of fishing.  1st time Catfishing and I’m hooked!  definitely recommend; and I’ll be going back!				
Scott Manson
 
					  Donovan knows his stuff and is very professional and very knowledgeable of the Red River Beasts				
Mike Kreller
 
					  This guide service is by far the best I’ve seen. I had a group of three who fish three days and we were more than pleased with the service. We caught a lot of nice eaters along with some personal best fish over the weekend. I beat my personal best walleye three times in two days. Both of the guides we had were professional and helpful. They did whatever it took to keep us on fish. Definitely will be returning in the future. Best walleye trip I’ve been on by far!!!!!				
William Cox