FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City 

5.0/5 (6 reviews)
 218 North Lake Street, East Jordan, MI 49727, United States

FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City 

5.0/5 (6 reviews)
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218 North Lake Street
East Jordan, MI, United States

Ice fishing is a fantastic way to spend your vacation. Book a trip with Fish With Jim Outfitters and see why today.

Captain Jim first began chartering trips in 1988 and has never looked back. He now has a team working with him, who will do their utmost to get you on the fish and having the best day possible.

Ice fishing is very different from normal fishing for a variety of reasons. The biggest difference is that you can drive right up to where you wish to fish. When transport is needed, you’ll ride on an Argo 750 HDi. Even if the ice fails, the amphibious qualities of the Argo will keep you try and safe. It has a heated aluminum cabin, studded tracks, and winch. This powerful vehicle will get you safely to the frozen lakes.

Depending on what’s biting best, Capt. Jim can take you to various ice fishing locations, including Higgins Lake, Bear Lake, Starvation Lake, Lake Skegemog, and Thumb Lake. With his decades of experience, you’ll have a productive day no matter which lake you go to.

Up to 14 guests can come ice fishing at once, making it perfect for large groups. Children are welcome to come too, as long as they can hold a rod. No experience is needed, as the crew will teach you step by step the tricks of the trade.

On the menu, depending on where you are, are Rainbow Trout, Perch, Burbot, Lake Trout, Splake, Brown Trout, Whitefish, and Cisco. All of these can be filleted and bagged by the captain after the trip for an additional $2 per fish.

Included in the price are top quality rods and reels from St Croix and G Loomis. All tackle and bait will be included. For your comfort, quality portable heated shanties are provided too. You’re welcome to bring along food and drink. Please purchase a fishing license before the trip.

There is no better time to book, and start counting down the days till your winter adventure begins!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photo by reviewers

There are no review photos
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Angler rating

6
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0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

75%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

80%

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews
Showing: 5 of 6 reviews
Lois M.
Lois M.
5.0/5

Feb 9, 2025

Full Day Trip

Birthday trip for my husband

VERIFIED

I booked this trip as a birthday present for my husband and 2 of my our grandsons. They said that they had a great time and would recommend this type of trip to other people.

I booked this trip as a birthday present for my husband and 2 of my our grandsons. They said that they had a great time and would...  

 Lois M. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
1 person finds this review helpful
 Lois M. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
1 person finds this review helpful

Phil M.
Phil M.

Cleveland, TN

5.0/5

Jan 11, 2020

Full Day Trip

Great Ice Experience for Two Floridians

VERIFIED

My wife and I had always wanted to ice fish. Business took me to Northern Michigan. After internet research, we booked a trip with Captain Jim. Jim proved to be a hardworking and knowledgeable guide. He taught us about ice conditions, and other winter fishing tips. Plus, he was really a nice guy. We caught fish, but even more importantly, we had the ice fishing experience we had always wanted.

My wife and I had always wanted to ice fish. Business took me to Northern Michigan. After internet research, we booked a trip...  

 Phil M. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
 Phil M. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City

Tyler V.
Tyler V.

United States

5.0/5

Feb 14, 2021

Half Day Trip

Half day trip

VERIFIED

Kind of a bad day for weather but we managed to catch a few. Stayed warm and had a great time out on the ice.

Kind of a bad day for weather but we managed to catch a few. Stayed warm and had a great time out on the ice.  

 Tyler V. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
2 persons find this review helpful
 Tyler V. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
2 persons find this review helpful

Jen B.
Jen B.

Elkridge, MD

5.0/5

Mar 5, 2021

Half Day Trip

Fishing with James

VERIFIED

 

Captain replied
 Jen B. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
 Jen B. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 17, 2021
Thank you for the review!

Edward A.
Edward A.

Sunbury, OH

5.0/5

Jan 23, 2021

Full Day Trip

Fishing with James

VERIFIED

 

 Edward A. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
1 person finds this review helpful
 Edward A. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
1 person finds this review helpful

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $358 
Shared tour: for 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $458 
Shared tour: for 2 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photo by reviewers

There are no review photos
for this charter yet!

Angler rating

6
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

75%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

80%

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews
Showing: 5 of 6 reviews
Lois M.
Lois M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Equipment

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Birthday trip for my husband

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on February 9, 2025

I booked this trip as a birthday present for my husband and 2 of my our grandsons. They said that they had a great time and would recommend this type of trip to other people.

I booked this trip as a birthday present for my husband and 2 of my our grandsons. They said that they had a great time and would recommend this type of trip to other people.  

 Lois M. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
1 person finds this review helpful

Phil M.
Phil M.

Cleveland, TN

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Equipment

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Ice Experience for Two Floridians

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on January 11, 2020

My wife and I had always wanted to ice fish. Business took me to Northern Michigan. After internet research, we booked a trip with Captain Jim. Jim proved to be a hardworking and knowledgeable guide. He taught us about ice conditions, and other winter fishing tips. Plus, he was really a nice guy. We caught fish, but even more importantly, we had the ice fishing experience we had always wanted.

My wife and I had always wanted to ice fish. Business took me to Northern Michigan. After internet research, we booked a trip with Captain Jim. Jim proved to be a hardworking and knowledgeable guide. He taught us about ice conditions, and other winter fishing tips. Plus, he was really a nice guy. We caught fish, but even more importantly, we had the ice fishing experience we had always wanted.  

 Phil M. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City

Tyler V.
Tyler V.

United States

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Equipment

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Half day trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on February 14, 2021

Kind of a bad day for weather but we managed to catch a few. Stayed warm and had a great time out on the ice.

Kind of a bad day for weather but we managed to catch a few. Stayed warm and had a great time out on the ice.  

 Tyler V. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
2 persons find this review helpful

Jen B.
Jen B.

Elkridge, MD

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Equipment

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on March 5, 2021

 

 Jen B. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 17, 2021
Thank you for the review!

Edward A.
Edward A.

Sunbury, OH

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Equipment

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on January 23, 2021

 

 Edward A. recommends FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City
1 person finds this review helpful

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