Your Next Fishing Adventure Starts Here!
With years on the water and an obsession for the next bite, I'm dedicated to giving you a safe, exciting, and fish-filled experience.
THIS COULD BE YOU WITH ALL THESE FISH!
Our Trips
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Walleye Fishing
Detroit River (April)
Western Michigan Lakes/Saginaw Bay/Lake Erie (May-June)
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Bass Fishing
Throughout Michigan
(May-September) -
Salmon Fishing
Holland to Whitehall, Michigan, depending on the seasonal salmon migration (May-September)
Trip Safety & Amenity Information:
- I am a fully licensed charter captain by the U.S. Coast Guard and Certified in First Aid/CPR. My boats are Michigan DNR-Inspected biannually per Michigan law, and all trips are fully insured. I run a 21-foot Triton bass boat for bass and walleye charters and a 23-foot Triton Walkaround for salmon and big-water walleye charters.
-All necessary tackle is provided and is always in top-notch condition. Your catch will be cleaned for you at no additional cost.
-Tips are not expected but are, of course, appreciated. Please base tips on my effort and your satisfaction with your trip experience.
Trip Necessities:
- A Michigan fishing license for everyone 17 years and older (you can buy licenses here)
- Food and beverages (no glass please)
- Appropriate clothing- dress in layers and expect it to be cooler on the lake
- Soft-soled shoes
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- A cooler for your cleaned catch
About Your Captain
Captain Mike
Hi, I’m Captain Mike. I began fishing for plastic fish out of a kiddie pool in the backyard for hours on end at the age of three. My father and uncle tell stories of taking me salmon fishing for an entire morning and not catching anything, and me still crying when we had to go in. (I try to save myself the embarrassment of not crying in front of my clients at quitting time these days, but it’s not always easy!)
My passion for fishing has only grown over the years. In high school, I fished weekly bass tournaments out of an aluminum boat against all of the guys in the fast bass boats. I started first mating on salmon charters on Lake Michigan shortly after completing college and got my captain’s license soon after that.
I now offer fishing charters for various species because variety is the spice of life, and I enjoy catching many species of fish. I target the best fishing offered in Michigan for each species throughout the fishing season. I run walleye charters on the Detroit River in April. May is great for both bass and salmon fishing in Western Michigan. June typically finds me bass fishing on many of the great smallmouth lakes throughout the state. I typically spend the rest of the season fishing for salmon.
Fishing is one of my passions, but my life’s vocation is to positively impact the lives of others, which I live out most days as a full-time pediatric psychologist. Being a blessing to others is very important to me. I also believe in the importance of strengthening bonds between family and friends. I cherish my memories of fishing with my loved ones as well as the opportunity to help my clients create those same memories with their family and friends. I particularly enjoy introducing new clients, especially kids, to the joy and excitement of fishing. My job as your charter captain is to ensure you have a safe, fun, and action-packed experience and help you make a memory that will last a lifetime. I appreciate the opportunity to do so!
2024 Rates
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6 Hour Trip
-1-2 people - $375
-3 people, $425
-4 people- $500
(Holland to Whitehall, Michigan, depending on current fishing reports and time of year)
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5 Hour Trip
- 1-2 people- $375
- 3 people- $450
(Launch site will be determined for each charter depending on current fishing reports) -
5 Hour Trip
- 1-2 people - $350
- 3 people - $400
- 4 people - $450
Evening Family Special - 3.5 Hour Trip
-Up to 4 people, up to 3 adults, and 1 to 3 kids - $300
For the Evening Family Special: Only the Grand River/Spring Lake
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Additional Charter Details:
-Start times vary depending on the time of year and customer preference, and trips can be shortened or lengthened as desired and rates customized accordingly
-A $100 deposit is required at the time of booking to reserve your trip and is payable via Venmo, PayPal, or check; this deposit is returned if the trip is canceled two weeks prior to the scheduled date and forfeited if it is canceled inside of two weeks of the scheduled date
- The captain will cancel charters where weather may pose a risk, with either a full refund or a rescheduled trip. Charters will not be run in high winds or with a threat of lightning but will be run in rain.
- Be sure to check out our Facebook for deals, which include “Kids Fish for Free”
