Reel Down Outfitters welcomes you aboard! Come to Hastings, Michigan and have a memorable fishing trip on the beautiful Thornapple River. Right by your side will be a seasoned captain who loves sharing his passion and knowledge with his guests. Regardless of your age or level, he invites you to join him on the water and create some wonderful fishing memories!
Your adventure starts on a 17’ Hyde High Side drift boat that can accommodate up to 3 anglers. Once you reach the Thornapple River, you’ll be in for a treat as river grounds offer a variety of prized species you can fish. There are Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Crappie, Yellow Perch, as well as Sunfish. You and the captain will target them using spinning, fly fishing, and drift fishing, all on light tackle. Feel free to bring any kids you want on your trip, the captain will gladly show them the nuts and bolts of fishing and they may easily fall in love with the water.
The captain will take care of all the fishing gear you’ll need for the trip. This includes all the rods, reels, terminal tackle, fly fishing gear, as well as live bait and lures, so you should just bring valid fishing licenses and your favorite food and drinks. Also, keep in mind that due to the local regulations all the fish you catch will have to be released back to the water.
Reel Down Outfitters invites you on a beautiful river trip, come join in and have a fishing experience you won’t easily forget!
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Reel Down Outfitters
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Hastings, Michigan, United States
The captain has got more than 20 years of fly tying experience and is a member of Team USA Ice Fishing. He has been a guide for 6 years full-time year-round which allows him to outfit all types of anglers. He can accommodate float, fly, and centerpin fishing.
River Fishing
Thornapple River
Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Fishfinder
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Fly Fishing Equipment
Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Mandatory
Pay online in full
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No additional fees.
Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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:
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Reel Down Outfitters (Smallmouth) - Updated 2025 Prices