Windrift Sport Fishing
+13Step aboard the Windrift and experience the best fishing Saginaw Bay has to offer. Based out of Linwood, Michigan, Windrift Sport Fishing is in a prime location on Lake Huron’s popular bay. Captain Douglas McQueen will be your guide on these waters. An avid angler throughout his life, he’s been a certified captain since 1980. With decades of experience fishing the Great Lakes, there’s nobody better to show you what fishing is all about here.
You’ll drift along the bay aboard a 30’ Sea Ray cruiser, powered by twin 340 HP Mercury engines. Restored in 2016 to modern standards, she’s built for your comfort. Fitted with a kitchen, bed, and toilet, you’re in for a smooth ride on board. She’s also a vessel built for serious fishing. A livewell and outriggers are fitted on board, including space to set up to 16 trolling lines, so you’ll have the advantage when trying to lure the bite.
It’s all about the Perch on these waters. The largest of the family, Walleye, is targeted throughout the season, with Yellow Perch showing up from August to September. The bigger species are a match for any angler and you’ll have to be on your A-game to keep these beauties on the end of your line all the way to the boat. Spring into action when you hear the reels screech, and use all of your strength to pull the fish in.
Capt. Douglas will do everything he can to get you on the fish, contacting other captains if necessary. At the end of the day, his first mate will clean and prepare your catch to take home. These fish are delicious, and so you’re in for a real treat when you fry it up later that night. Just make sure to bring a cooler to keep the fish fresh when on board. Come and experience Great Lakes fishing, Windrift Sport Fishing is calling you aboard!
Please note that there’s a legal limit of how many fish you can catch, and trips may end earlier than planned if you hit the number.
Capt. Douglas accepts credit card payments from Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
Captain
Douglas Mcqueen
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FAQs about Windrift Sport Fishing
What are the trip rates for Windrift Sport Fishing?
Windrift Sport Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Windrift Sport Fishing?
When you book a trip with Windrift Sport Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet The toilet is a stand up bathroom with a flush stool, with door enclosure .
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Outriggers
What's included in the trip price with Windrift Sport Fishing?
Trips booked with Windrift Sport Fishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (We use mostly plastics and some nightcrawlers, we furnish all bait. )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean and bag all fish at no charge.)
- First Mate (A first mate is on all trips. Tips are up to the customers, but they $100. Or more what ever you fell it’s worth to them.)
What types of fishing does Windrift Sport Fishing offer?
Windrift Sport Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
- Lake Fishing (Saginaw Bay)
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (We go where the fish are.)
- Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Windrift Sport Fishing offer?
Windrift Sport Fishing offers the following fishing technique:
- Trolling (Up to 16 lines, depending on weather)
Which fish species can I catch with Windrift Sport Fishing?
Top targeted fish species with Windrift Sport Fishing include:
- Perch (Yellow)
- Walleye
Meet your captain
Linwood, Michigan, United States
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Captain Douglas obtained his captain's license way back in 1980 and has been on the water ever since. A lover of the Great Lakes, he first worked on Lake Michigan but has been on the Saginaw Bay since 2012. He's a keen angler and loves being on the water with customers, showing them his favorite techniques and passing on his knowledge.
Ken H.
First mate
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Lake Fishing
Saginaw Bay
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We go where the fish are.
Reef Fishing
How you can fish
Trolling
Up to 16 lines, depending on weather
What's on board
Toilet
The toilet is a stand up bathroom with a flush stool, with door enclosure .
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We use mostly plastics and some nightcrawlers, we furnish all bait. 
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean and bag all fish at no charge.
First Mate
A first mate is on all trips. Tips are up to the customers, but they $100. Or more what ever you fell it’s worth to them.
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.
Listing policies
Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Must be over 5 years old
You Keep Catch
Within legal limit
Catch and Release Allowed
How to 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:
Cash
Visa
Mastercard
Checks
What’s biting in Linwood right now
Perch (Yellow)
Walleye