Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing

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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    Half Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Mar 15
    US $358
    Enjoy a half day of ice fishing, with all the necessary equipment provided. This includes a heated shanty, transportation if need, rods and reels, and all bait and tackle. Target Lake Trout, Splake, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Burbot, Whitefish, Cisco. The captain can fillet your fish for a small fee. Please buy a fishing license before the trip. Trips are subject to the ice being thick enough.
  • Shared trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Mar 15
    US $458
    Spend 7-hours on the ice. Everything is provided, including transportation if needed, heated shanty, rods and reels, and bait and tackle. Target the likes of Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Burbot, Splake, Brown Trout, Whitefish, and Cisco. Trips are subject to the ice being thick enough. Please bring any food and drink you want for the day. You'll need to buy a fishing license before the trip.
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FAQs about Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing

Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing 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 Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Prepared before the trip)
  • Lures

Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing

Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing offers the following fishing technique:
  • Ice Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fish With Jim Outfitters – Ice Fishing include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Burbot
  • Lake Trout
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Whitefish (Lake)

Meet the Charter Operator

Fish With Jim Outfitters
East Jordan, Michigan, United States
31 Customer reviews
Response time 8 hours
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!

About this listing

Targeted species

Brown Trout Brown Trout
Burbot Burbot
Lake Trout Lake Trout
Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Ice Fishing

Amenities

Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Prepared before the trip
Lures

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

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

Payment

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:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

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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...
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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.
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Fishing with James

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on March 5, 2021
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Edward A.
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VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 23, 2021
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Tiffany H.
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Beautiful morning with my son

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip on February 17, 2020
My son and I were able to fish with Jim. He was very formative. We learned a lot from baiting to ice quality.
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