Reel Passion Fishing 

4.9/5 (33 reviews)
 705 Quarterdeck Lane, Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235, United States

Based out of Sturgeon Bay, Reel Passion Fishing is your ticket to a memorable time on the waters of the Great Lakes.

Come on aboard with Captain Nate Van Noie, whose main priority is to get you on some fish. Get ready to try trolling, as you go after Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, and Salmon, depending on the specific season and the day's weather.

You'll be fishing from a 32' Carver convertible boat with enough room for up to 6 anglers at any single time. She features a toilet, kitchen, and large deck so you can relax as the trolling lines do their work. And there's an ice box to keep your catch fresh.

The price of your trip includes all the rods, reels, and terminal tackle you'll need for a productive day on the water. Just keep in mind you'll need to get a fishing license before the start of the trip.

Here to help you with anything you need will be one of our amazing personable and productive first mates. They will even clean and fillet your catch at the end of the day at no extra charge. Leaving a tip for a job well done is much appreciated. As our deck hands work for tips.

The price of your trip also includes complimentary water on board, but you're welcome to bring your own special drinks. Please let the captain know if you have any questions or special requests.

Children are welcome aboard so you’re good to get the young ones started early.

There are discounts available for veterans, active duty and first responders, Thank you for your service! Please contract Capt. Nate for more info!

Reach out to Capt. Nate and book your trip now to hit the water with Reel Passion Fishing!

Nathan Van Noie

Captain

Nathan Van Noie


Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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5 hour trip (AM, 4 or less Persons)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $700 
5 hour (PM Trip, 4 or less Persons)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $700 
5 hour trip AM (5 People)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
6 Hour Trip – MAX 4 Persons (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
5 hour PM (5 People)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
6 Hour Trip – MAX 4 Persons (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
5 Hour Trip AM (6 Persons)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $900 
6 Hour Trip – MAX 5 Persons (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $900 
5 Hour Trip PM (6 persons)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $900 
6 Hour Trip – MAX 5 Persons (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $900 
6 Hour Trip 6 Persons (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,000 
6 Hour Trip 6 Persons (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,000 
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $1,400 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (25)

Newbies and old anglers both had a great time!
Newbies and old anglers both had a great time!
Fantastic experience!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

92%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

96%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

96%

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Dakota S.
Dakota S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic experience!

VERIFIED

6 Hour – Vets/First Responder (PM) on May 28, 2024

Capt. Nathan and his deck hand went above and beyond to accommodate my group of me, my FIL, and my 3 sons (9, 7, & 5). We were fortunate to land several fish and the whole experience from initial setting with a change in date to the completion of the trip was a great time. I would gladly go back for another trip with Capt. Nathan.

Capt. Nathan and his deck hand went above and beyond to accommodate my group of me, my FIL, and my 3 sons (9, 7, & 5). We were fortunate to land several fish and the whole experience from initial setting with a change in date to the completion of the trip was a great time. I would gladly go back for another trip with Capt. Nathan.  

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 Dakota S. recommends Reel Passion Fishing
Nathan Van Noie
Nathan Van Noie (The Captain)
Replied on May 29, 2024
Dakota, thank you for the wonderful review! It was our pleasure having you out on the water!

Joseph W.
Joseph W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Experience

VERIFIED

6 Hour Trip – MAX 4 Persons (PM) on September 18, 2024

The crew was very experienced, with top-of-the-line equipment and techniques. We went out at a tough time of year for salmon and trout, but we still caught some nice fish. They were very open and I learned a lot.

The crew was very experienced, with top-of-the-line equipment and techniques. We went out at a tough time of year for salmon and trout, but we still caught some nice fish. They were very open and I learned a lot.  

 Joseph W. recommends Reel Passion Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful

Dennis R.
Dennis R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Newbies and old anglers both had a great time!

VERIFIED

6 Hour – Vets/First Responder (PM) on September 26, 2024

 

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 Dennis R. recommends Reel Passion Fishing

Adam K.
Adam K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Nathan

VERIFIED

6 Hour – Vets/First Responder (AM) on July 17, 2024

 

 Adam K. recommends Reel Passion Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful

LeAnne K.
LeAnne K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Nathan

VERIFIED

6 Hour – Vets/First Responder (AM) on June 15, 2024

 

 LeAnne K. recommends Reel Passion Fishing
1 person finds this review helpful

FAQs about Reel Passion Fishing

What are the trip rates for Reel Passion Fishing?

Reel Passion Fishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $700 per group - 5 hour (PM Trip, 4 or less Persons) (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 5 hour trip (AM, 4 or less Persons) (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 hour PM (5 People) (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 hour trip AM (5 People) (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – MAX 4 Persons (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – MAX 4 Persons (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 5 Hour Trip AM (6 Persons) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 5 Hour Trip PM (6 persons) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip – MAX 5 Persons (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Trip – MAX 5 Persons (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip 6 Persons (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip 6 Persons (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Reel Passion Fishing?

When you book a trip with Reel Passion Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet The toilet on board features a enclosed bathroom for your privacy. It does flush and functions very similar to a camper style toilet.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Reel Passion Fishing?

Trips booked with Reel Passion Fishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (There is NO additional charge for the cleaning and packaging of your catch! One of the great amenities team Reel Passion Offers!!)
  • Drinks (Complimentary water on board)
  • First Mate (A customary tip amount is 20% like any other similar service. There will always be a first mate on board to help run the lines, attend to your needs, and answer any questions you may have. )
What types of fishing does Reel Passion Fishing offer?

Reel Passion Fishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • Lake Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Our typical offshore distance is from 3-5 miles on a given trip. Now this may fluctuate depending on where the fish are holding during your trip time. )
  • Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Reel Passion Fishing offer?

Reel Passion Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Heavy Tackle
  • Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with Reel Passion Fishing?

Top targeted fish species with Reel Passion Fishing include:

  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Your captain

Nathan Van Noie

Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, United States

2 Fishing Reports
33 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since June 2022

Capt. Nate has been fishing Lake Michigan since he can remember. He learned the ropes from some of the best captains in the region and, after mating on a Salmon boat for several years, now runs his own charter operation. He looks forward to welcoming you to discover the rich waters of the Great Lakes to share his passion with you!

The fish you can target

Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Pink Salmon
Pink Salmon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
1984
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Carver
Boat type
Convertible

Engine model
GMC 5.7L
Powered by
2 x 270HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Our typical offshore distance is from 3-5 miles on a given trip. Now this may fluctuate depending on where the fish are holding during your trip time.

Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

The toilet on board features a enclosed bathroom for your privacy. It does flush and functions very similar to a camper style toilet.

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Kitchen

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

There is NO additional charge for the cleaning and packaging of your catch! One of the great amenities team Reel Passion Offers!!

Drinks

Complimentary water on board

First Mate

A customary tip amount is 20% like any other similar service. There will always be a first mate on board to help run the lines, attend to your needs, and answer any questions you may have.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

We do ask if a child is brought a board that they are ready to have FUN!!! We accommodate children of all ages. We would like to make note to our future customers that we have the appropriate Coast Guard approved life vests on board for them.

You Keep Catch

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Sturgeon Bay right now

Lake TroutLake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
6 people are looking at this charter.