Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters

If you’re looking for an exciting fishing experience on Lake Michigan, Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters is here to help you out! Join professional fishing guide Jeff Bajtka and explore the wonderful fishing opportunities this mighty lake has to offer. He’ll take you to all of his favorite spots and make sure to maximize your chances of reeling in big fish.

You’ll head out on his 30’ Cherokee commercial boat, with room for up to 6 anglers per trip. The boat is powered by twin 350 HP engines, making it a beast on the water. It’ll take you where you need to be in a matter of minutes. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience, as well as a refrigerator for anything you might need.

Lake Michigan is known for its majestic views, open waters, and abundant wildlife. There’s a variety of fish that inhabit these waters, but guide Jeff will take you out offshore where you’ll be trolling for Salmon. They get pretty big in these waters, so expect to have your hands full when battling these prized fish.

Jeff will have all the equipment ready for you when you board, including rods, reels, and terminal tackle. You’ll be fishing using a range of artificial lures provided on board, and the first mate will be there for anything you might need help with. Your catch will be cleaned and filleted upon your return, so you can take it home for a nice family dinner.

Children are welcome to join, so take them on a fishing trip that will leave them breathless and stay in their memory forever. All you need to bring is some food and drinks, so you can stay full of energy throughout the day. Note that you need to get a freshwater fishing license before the trip as well.

Come and enjoy a great day of fishing on Lake Michigan with Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters, making memories that will last a lifetime!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Weekday Special
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Sep 15 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $500
    An afternoon weekday trip special. Four hours, up to 4 people. The price is $500. The trip runs from May 15 to September 15.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – June Special
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jun 30 (Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $575
    June 1 to June 30. A 6-hour morning trip special for up to 4 people. The price is $575 and the trip runs on weekends only.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:15 AM
    US $600
    This is a great trip to go on if you'd like to spend some time on the waters of Lake Michigan, trolling for some prized Salmon. You can take it in the morning or in the afternoon, and your guide Jeff will take care of everything. He'll provide all the equipment, so just make sure to get a license, pack some food and drinks, and come spend 5 hours reeling in some nice Salmon! Runs from May 15 until September 15.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Sep 15
    US $650
    Morning fishing for 6 hours, up to 6 people. The trip runs from May 15 to September 15 and the price is $650.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Sep 30
    US $850
    An 8-hour morning trip for up to 6 people. The price is $850. The trip runs from May 15 to September 15.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
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FAQs about Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters

Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Weekday Special (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 6 Hour Trip – June Special (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Refrigerator
  • Radar

Trips booked with Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate

Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters include:
  • Salmon (Chinook)

Meet the Captain

Jeff Bajtka
Manistee, Michigan, United States
ID & license verified
16 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2020
Guide Jeff has been fishing Lake Michigan for quite some time, and has developed a sense of where the fish are and how to catch them. He loves taking people out, and showing them the beauty of this big lake. The only thing he loves more is the look on people's faces when they reel in a big Salmon!

About this listing

Targeted species

Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

Boat specs

Cherokee (Pilothouse) originally built in 1986. Powered by 2 700HP 350 engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 23 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Refrigerator
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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
Checks

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 16 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (26)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
92%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
93%
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Keely S.
United States
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip with Captain Jeff

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on July 15, 2023
We took the half day morning trip with Captain Jeff. Jeff is so personable and knowledgeable of the waters/fish/area....
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Bryon C.
Livonia, MI
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Half day trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on August 11, 2023
I booked a half day trip kinda last-minute, Captain Jeff was able to accommodate us.  We had a great time and caught some...
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Adrian B.
Holland, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jeff

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on August 5, 2023
Very good experience with a very knowledgeable captain and deckhand. Big fish lots of bites, from the fresh waters a Michigan...
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Audra S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Beautiful morning on a boat

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on August 2, 2023
Jeff (Bear) and Matt were great- friendly, very proficient, great conversation while waiting for fish to bite. Very fun when...
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David E.
Lake, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jeff

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – June Special on June 17, 2023
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