Osprey Fishing of Michigan
+21If you’re ready to enjoy fishing in Traverse City, we’ve got you covered with Osprey Fishing of Michigan. Captain Chris will be your guide, offering years of experience fishing the Grand Traverse Bay and local inland lakes.
Customized fishing trips are available with the client’s preference or the best seasonal species. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned.
May and June provide fantastic Lake Trout and Cisco fishing. Jigging and casting with light tackle is the preferred method, with good numbers of hard-fighting fish!
Salmon Trolling is also available with downriggers and a full array of trolling gear beginning in August through September!
The October Cisco bite and water side color tour is fantastic!
Trips with Osprey Fishing of Michigan are great for kids, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Inland trips for Walleye, Bass, and Bluegills are available. The inland lakes provide great fishing. All fishing gear is provided, but feel free to bring your own if you wish. Live bait is included when necessary.
There’s a 20% discount for active military, law enforcement, and first responders (with ID).
Captain
Chris Oosse
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In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
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Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
+14Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
78%
Appropriate for children
78%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Great time!
Half Day – Inland Lake (AM) on June 15, 2024
Fish in Long Lake. Captain Chris knew exactly where to go for the bass. Man did we catch some monsters and frequently! The walleye hid but the conversation and personality of Chris made the trolling time enjoyable. 10 out of 10 would recommend! Will definitely be returning for a full day trip!!
Fish in Long Lake. Captain Chris knew exactly where to go for the bass. Man did we catch some monsters and frequently! The walleye hid but the conversation and personality of Chris made the trolling time enjoyable. 10 out of 10 would recommend! Will definitely be returning for a full day trip!!
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4 Hr Lake Trout(AM) Jigging on September 25, 2024
Me and my buddy had a great time fishing with Chris, even though I'm going to hear for ever how my buddy out fished me. Watching him catch a 12 pound laker was awesome! Thanks Chris.
Me and my buddy had a great time fishing with Chris, even though I'm going to hear for ever how my buddy out fished me. Watching him catch a 12 pound laker was awesome! Thanks Chris.
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Great memories
Half Day Salmon/Lake Trout Trolling on September 11, 2024
Chris, was all over the rods and making sure we had the best chance for catching fish. He worked hard while having a pleasant conversation. The trip is worth the wait and time. Thank you Chris!
Chris, was all over the rods and making sure we had the best chance for catching fish. He worked hard while having a pleasant conversation. The trip is worth the wait and time. Thank you Chris!
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August fishing trip
Half Day Salmon/Lake Trout Trolling on August 4, 2024
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Great day on the water
4 Hr Lake Trout(AM) Jigging on July 12, 2023
Started fishing for trout, deep water, about 70 feet but Captain was able to find a school. Wind and current were pulling different directions so we drifted the spot several times and caught our limit within hours. Then headed to shallow rocky water to try our hands at smallmouth, caught a bunch there as well. I like working with Osprey since we had the flexibility to go after different types of fish depending on the weather, and he was knowledgeable enough about the lake to get us action quickly. He also had some good thoughts on how to smoke the trout, now it's my wife's favorite fish for eating.
Started fishing for trout, deep water, about 70 feet but Captain was able to find a school. Wind and current were pulling different directions so we drifted the spot several times and caught our limit within hours. Then headed to shallow rocky water to try our hands at smallmouth, caught a bunch there as well. I like working with Osprey since we had the flexibility to go after different types of fish depending on the weather, and he was knowledgeable enough about the lake to get us action quickly....
FAQs about Osprey Fishing of Michigan
What are the trip rates for Osprey Fishing of Michigan?
Osprey Fishing of Michigan offers the following trips to customers:
- US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hr Lake Trout(AM) Jigging (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hr Lake Trout/Cisco (PM) Jigging (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day – Inland Lake (AM) (4 hours)
- US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half day Inland Lakes (PM) (4 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Salmon/Lake Trout Trolling (4 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Salmon/Lake Trout Trolling (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Osprey Fishing of Michigan?
When you book a trip with Osprey Fishing of Michigan, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
What's included in the trip price with Osprey Fishing of Michigan?
Trips booked with Osprey Fishing of Michigan include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
What types of fishing does Osprey Fishing of Michigan offer?
Osprey Fishing of Michigan offers the following types of fishing:
- Lake Fishing (Inland lakes )
- Nearshore Fishing (Grand Traverse Bay)
What fishing techniques does Osprey Fishing of Michigan offer?
Osprey Fishing of Michigan offers the following fishing techniques:
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
Which fish species can I catch with Osprey Fishing of Michigan?
Top targeted fish species with Osprey Fishing of Michigan include:
- Bass (Largemouth)
- Bass (Smallmouth)
- Lake Trout
- Perch (Yellow)
- Pike (Northern)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Walleye
- Whitefish (Lake)
Your captain
Traverse City, Michigan, United States
I am local to the Traverse City area. I have been fishing the Grand Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan, and inland lakes my entire life. While fishing with my boys, my favorite part of fishing is teaching young fishermen/ladies.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Lake Fishing
Inland lakes
Nearshore Fishing
Grand Traverse Bay
Which fishing techniques you can try
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Which amenities are available onboard
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Encouraged!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can 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
Checks
Bank Transfer
What’s biting in Traverse City right now
Bass (Smallmouth)
Lake Trout