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FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City 

5.0
(11 reviews)
 218 North Lake Street, East Jordan, MI 49727, United States–
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FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City 

East Jordan, MI, United States
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5.0
(11 reviews)
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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!

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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Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Ice box
Rods, reels & tackle

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November 2026
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2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Mar 15
US $358
Shared tour: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Mar 15
US $458
Shared tour: 2 people

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5.0
11 reviews
5.0
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5.0
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5.0
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Reviews (11)

  • Panos Tzanos
    Panos Tzanos
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Ice Fishing Experience

    Half Day Trip on January 17, 2026 • 2 adults

    Ice fishing with Jim was a great experience. We fished Bear Lake for perch and brown trout, and caught somewhere around 15 fish, with some large enough to bring home. The guides were friendly, attentive and very helpful. I am not a avid fishermen, so they taught me how to use the equipment, and some tricks to catch fish. I can probably set up a tip-up on my own now. I would definitely use them again in the future.

  • Monir Farooque
    Monir Farooque
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great hosts!

    Full Day Trip on February 1, 2026 • 2 adults

    My friend and I had booked this ice fishing trip with Jim and Landon. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and success. They taught us the necessary skills swiftly and offered assistance in reeling in as many fish as possible. By the end of the day, we had successfully caught twelve ciscos!

  • David Swisher
    David Swisher
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great ice fishing experience!

    Full Day Trip on January 18, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    This crew is awesome! Everything was well coordinated and all setup ahead of time so we went right from pickup to an already heated shanty with bait, rods, sonar all ready to go. We caught a ton of fish! My 11 year old cant stop takking about how much fun he had

  • Laura Hendricks
    Laura Hendricks
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    February fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on February 14, 2026 • 2 adults
  • Micheal Beadlescomb
    Micheal Beadlescomb
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    January fishing trip

    Half Day Trip on January 3, 2026 • 3 adults
  • Lois Moehring
    Lois Moehring
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Birthday trip for my husband

    Full Day Trip on February 9, 2025 • 3 adults

    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.

  • Phil Mitchem
    Phil Mitchem
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Ice Experience for Two Floridians

    Full Day Trip on January 11, 2020 • 2 adults

    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.

  • Tyler Vandyke
    Tyler Vandyke
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip

    Half Day Trip on February 14, 2021 • 2 adults

    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.

  • Jen Beers
    Jen Beers
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with James

    Half Day Trip on March 5, 2021 • 2 adults
  • Edward Amstutz
    Edward Amstutz
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2020
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with James

    Full Day Trip on January 23, 2021 • 4 adults • 1 child

FAQs about FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City

FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $179 per person - Half Day Trip (4 hours)
  • US $229 per person - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
When you book a trip with FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Prepared before the trip)
  • Lures
FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing
  • Lake fishing
FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City offers the following fishing technique:
  • Ice fishing
Top targeted fish species with FWJO Ice Fishing Near Traverse City include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Burbot
  • Lake Trout
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Whitefish (Lake)

Your operator

Fish With Jim Outfitters
Fish With Jim Outfitters
East Jordan, Michigan, United States
50 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since August 2018
Jim has been running trips and making people happy since 1998. He has an extensive amount of knowledge and love for fishing, and has consistently had successful days fishing. He is happy to teach people how to fish, and loves seeing their faces when they catch their first one! You'll be given his full attention on the trip. Tournament wins include Walleye Central in 2009 2nd place and Walleye Central 2010 in 1st place. He has a team working with him, all who have years of experience and are ready to show you a great time!
Fish With Jim Outfitters
Fish With Jim Outfitters
50
reviews
2018
member since
~2h
response
Jim has been running trips and making people happy since 1998. He has an extensive amount of knowledge and love for fishing, and has consistently had successful days fishing. He is happy to teach people how to fish, and loves seeing their faces when they catch their first one! You'll be given his full attention on the trip. Tournament wins include Walleye Central in 2009 2nd place and Walleye Central 2010 in 1st place. He has a team working with him, all who have years of experience and are ready to show you a great time!

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Burbot
Burbot
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Lake Whitefish
Lake Whitefish
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Burbot
Burbot
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

Real catches by this captain

  • A proud angler holding a freshly caught fish inside an ice fishing shelter, showcasing the excitement of winter fishing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lake Whitefish
    Laura H.
    Laura H.
  • Two anglers posing with a successful catch of trout in front of an ice fishing shelter on a snowy lake.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Monir F.
    Monir F.
    My friend and I had booked this ice fishing trip with Jim and Landon. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and success. They taught us the necessary skills swiftly and offered assistance in reeling in as many fish as possible. By the end of the day, we had successfully caught twelve ciscos!
  • Young angler proudly holding two Rainbow Trout while ice fishing in a cozy shelter.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    David S.
    David S.
    This crew is awesome! Everything was well coordinated and all setup ahead of time so we went right from pickup to an already heated shanty with bait, rods, sonar all ready to go. We caught a ton of fish! My 11 year old cant stop takking about how much fun he had
  • Angler proudly displaying a beautiful Brown Trout caught during an ice fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Brown Trout
    Panos T.
    Panos T.
    Ice fishing with Jim was a great experience. We fished Bear Lake for perch and brown trout, and caught somewhere around 15 fish, with some large enough to bring home. The guides were friendly, attentive and very helpful. I am not a avid fishermen, so they taught me how to use the equipment, and some tricks to catch fish. I can probably set up a tip-up on my own now. I would definitely use them again in the future.

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Ice Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Prepared before the trip
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Min age 6
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
In some cases

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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