On Deck Guide Service - Lake St. Clair 

4.9/5 (27 reviews)
 East 9 Mile Road, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, United States

Plan your next fishing excursion with On Deck Guide Service and discover the unique fishing wonders of Smallmouth Capitol Lake St. Clair. This top fishing destination offers abundant opportunities to catch Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, and various other prized fish. With luck on your side, you will experience the thrill of a screaming reel.

Kids are welcome, be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise, you should bring your own. Additionally, it’s always a good idea to pack snacks to keep everyone energized throughout the adventure.

Your adventure will kick off aboard a 21’ Phoenix bass boat. This vessel is armed with all the essential fishing equipment and newest electronics for a day on the water. You can expect to learn new techniques that have proven successful in these waters. Captain Jeff shall equip you with the finest rods, reels, and arsenal of lures to make your day on the water successful. 

Please ensure that you obtain the required fishing license. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Don’t forget to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), hat, sunglasses and appropriate weather gear. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is not allowed in Canadian waters.

If you have any questions about fishing with On Deck Guide Service, feel free to send Capt. Jeff a message down below.

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5 Hour Trip – Walleye Jigging
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Oct 20 - Nov 10
Price for up to 2 people
US $350 
5 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Mar 15 - Nov 30
Price for up to 2 people
US $400 
5 hour afternoon trip - Smallmouth
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Mar 15 - Nov 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Price for up to 2 people
US $400 
8 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Mar 15 - Nov 30
Price for up to 2 people
US $500 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 27 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (24)

Jeff is the man
Jeff is the man
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

96%

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Nate G.
Nate G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Jeff is the man

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8 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass on May 30, 2025

Jeff will put you on the fish if it can be done. He works his ass off to make sure you will get the best experience you can get. He’s a genuine good guy that will help learn and to catch. I highly recommend and I’d be happy to speak to you personally to recommend

Jeff will put you on the fish if it can be done. He works his ass off to make sure you will get the best experience you can get. He’s a genuine good guy that will help learn and to catch. I highly recommend and I’d be happy to speak to you personally to recommend  

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 Nate G. recommends On Deck Guide Service - Lake St. Clair

James K.
James K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fun Day!

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8 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass on May 7, 2025

Even though the water temp and weather conditions were not optimum, Jeff worked hard to get us fish to catch. He was very pleasant and patient with my wife and I.

Even though the water temp and weather conditions were not optimum, Jeff worked hard to get us fish to catch. He was very pleasant and patient with my wife and I.  

 James K. recommends On Deck Guide Service - Lake St. Clair

James. (. M.
James. (. M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome trip

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8 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass on September 8, 2024

Jeff is an awesome guid took a lot of time with my great niece teaching her to cast and catch fish. The wind was bad for trying to fish but he did get us on some fish instead of just giving up. Would recommend his service on a awesome lake

Jeff is an awesome guid took a lot of time with my great niece teaching her to cast and catch fish. The wind was bad for trying to fish but he did get us on some fish instead of just giving up. Would recommend his service on a awesome lake  

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 James. (. M. recommends On Deck Guide Service - Lake St. Clair

Mike D.
Mike D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Jeff is a awesome Dude

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5 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass on July 27, 2024

You talk about professional Jeff did a great job fishing was off this day nice day out we did enjoy the lake and we did catch some fish But Jeff didn't think it was enough so gave us some extra time to catch more. He's a great Dude A++++

You talk about professional Jeff did a great job fishing was off this day nice day out we did enjoy the lake and we did catch some fish But Jeff didn't think it was enough so gave us some extra time to catch more. He's a great Dude A++++  

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 Mike D. recommends On Deck Guide Service - Lake St. Clair

Robert P.
Robert P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great day on the water

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5 Hour Trip – Smallmouth Bass on October 19, 2024

Jeff did a fantastic job putting us on fish throughout the day. Not only did I catch the snallies that I wanted, but also caught northern pike and perch. Highly recommend Jeff for your next trip on lake St Clair!

Jeff did a fantastic job putting us on fish throughout the day. Not only did I catch the snallies that I wanted, but also caught northern pike and perch. Highly recommend Jeff for your next trip on lake St Clair!  

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Phoenix
Boat type
Bass boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
68 knots
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