Leisure Time Charters
Leisure Time Charters
Enjoy a big boat experience at a small boat cost with Leisure Time Charters! Captains Mike or Curt will gladly take you out and show you some of the best fisheries on Lake Michigan, all while keeping your comfort and safety first and foremost. They enjoy watching and teaching new fisherfolk as well as helping youngsters. The smile on the faces is the reward!
In the charter fishing industry since 1983, we hold a Wisconsin state record for catching the biggest Coho Salmon, one that weighed 26 pounds, 2 ounces! If you are looking for a chance to land a new personal record catching Salmon, heading out with Leisure Time Charters is by far your best bet.
Our boat is a 37' Sea Ray cruiser, perfectly equipped to take you and up to 5 more anglers to unforgettable fishing adventures. She has twin 370 HP Cummins engines that can develop a speed of 38 mph. Because the vessel is fast and stable, you will be in the best fishing spots in no time.
The boat is very spacious and clean, and on it, you'll find all the fishing gear you might need. Rods, reel, lures, and tackle are all included in the price, as well as catch cleaning and filleting, you just bring a cooler or a bag to take your catch home.
We specialize in trolling, which means everybody on the boat can fish at the same time. You will be catching Coho and Chinook Salmon, as well as Lake, Rainbow and Brown Trout, all of which are not only fun to catch, but also make a fabulous meal.
Kids, novices, and passionate anglers can all join in on a trip with Leisure Time Charters. Hook your biggest Salmon yet and have the best time discovering the bountiful waters of Lake Michigan!
Enjoy a big boat experience at a small boat cost with Leisure Time Charters! Captains Mike or Curt will gladly take you out and show you some of the best fisheries on Lake Michigan, all while keeping your comfort and safety first and foremost. They enjoy watching and teaching new fisherfolk as well as helping youngsters. The smile on the faces is the reward!
In the charter fishing industry since 1983, we hold a Wisconsin state record for catching the biggest Coho Salmon, one that weighed 26 pounds, 2 ounces! If you are looking for a chance to land a new personal record catching Salmon, heading out with Leisure Time Charters is by far your best bet.
Our boat is a 37' Sea Ray cruiser, perfectly equipped to take you and up to 5 more anglers to unforgettable fishing adventures. She has twin 370 HP Cummins engines that can develop a speed of 38 mph. Because the vessel is fast and stable, you will be in the best fishing spots in no time.
The boat is very spacious and clean, and on it, you'll find all the fishing gear you might need. Rods, reel, lures, and tackle are all included in the price, as well as catch cleaning and filleting, you just bring a cooler or a bag to take your catch home.
We specialize in trolling, which means everybody on the boat can fish at the same time. You will be catching Coho and Chinook Salmon, as well as Lake, Rainbow and Brown Trout, all of which are not only fun to catch, but also make a fabulous meal.
Kids, novices, and passionate anglers can all join in on a trip with Leisure Time Charters. Hook your biggest Salmon yet and have the best time discovering the bountiful waters of Lake Michigan!
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What anglers say
All reviews (53)
We had a great experience fishing with Captain Kurt amd Leisure Time Charters! He was knowledgeable, easygoing, and worked hard to help us find fish throughout the day. He offered helpful tips, answered our questions, and made the trip enjoyable from start to finish. We caught both salmon and trout, and it was especially nice to be able to enjoy our fresh catch for dinner that same night. The boat was clean and well-maintained, and everything was well organized. If you’re looking for a relaxing day on the water with an experienced captain, we’d definitely recommend fishing with Leisure Time Charters!
Melissa, so happy you had a great trip. And, thanks for the nice review!!
Kirk and Mike were excellent. The boat was clean and well kept, they were friendly and helpes us have a great day! Highly recommend 😊
Thanks Crystal, we very much enjoyed having you onboard!
Had a lot of fun and caught a lot of fish. Would do this trip again for sure. We were in for a baseball tournament, so we brought the kids out fishing and they had a blast.
Thanks for the Review Curt! I hope the ball tournament went well!
outstanding experience. 18 fish and great conversation. We all had a great time.
Allen, thanks for the great review for Curt! He is a good guy and a good fisherman! Again, thank you for choosing Leisure Time for your fishing outing.
Great first time out on the water for two 7 year olds with plenty of action to keep them occupied!
Thanks Matthew, we had a great time watching the kids reel them in! Good meeting you and we certainly appreciate you choosing us for your fishing trip.
FAQs about Leisure Time Charters
What are the trip rates for Leisure Time Charters?
- US $590 per group - Half Day Value Trip -4 Hour PM (4 hours)
- US $600 per group - Half Day Value Trip -4 Hour AM (4 hours)
- US $700 per group - Half Day 5 Hour (PM) (5 hours)
- US $700 per group - Half Day 5 Hour AM Trip (5 hours)
- US $825 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- US $1,250 per group - 8 Hour Mid Lake Reef (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Leisure Time Charters?
- Toilet Full-hea
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Refrigerator
- Ice box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Leisure Time Charters?
- Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa, Penn)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is provided as part of our normal operations.)
What types of fishing does Leisure Time Charters offer?
- Lake fishing (Lake Michigan)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (As far as needed to catch fish)
- Reef fishing (Trips to the Mid Lake Reef)
What fishing techniques does Leisure Time Charters offer?
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with Leisure Time Charters?
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
Your operator
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I have been a fisherman since I can remember, but charter fishing offered an opportunity to earn a living while doing something I enjoy. After 43 years, it is still as exciting as it was when I first started it. I was lucky enough to have a client catch the current state record for Coho Salmon in 1999, which is 26 pounds, 2 ounces. I look forward to breaking the record again sometime in the future. Recently, Captain Curt Brager has joined the team. I was introduced to Curt when he booked a couple charters about 24 or 25 years ago. We maintained contact and Curt began joining me on charter trips as a 1st mate about 18 years ago. Since then, Curt obtained his captain's license and ran boats for a couple different operators before he joined Leisure Time in 2022. Curt brings a wealth of fishing knowledge to the table and has been a great addition!
Curt B.
Captain
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I have been a fisherman since I can remember, but charter fishing offered an opportunity to earn a living while doing something I enjoy. After 43 years, it is still as exciting as it was when I first started it. I was lucky enough to have a client catch the current state record for Coho Salmon in 1999, which is 26 pounds, 2 ounces. I look forward to breaking the record again sometime in the future. Recently, Captain Curt Brager has joined the team. I was introduced to Curt when he booked a couple charters about 24 or 25 years ago. We maintained contact and Curt began joining me on charter trips as a 1st mate about 18 years ago. Since then, Curt obtained his captain's license and ran boats for a couple different operators before he joined Leisure Time in 2022. Curt brings a wealth of fishing knowledge to the table and has been a great addition!
Curt B.
Captain
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What's included in the trip price
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
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