Spend the day with Unwrapped Outdoors and discover what fishing in Lawton is all about! Captain Derek focuses on a quality experience for all anglers and creates a time on the water that everyone can enjoy.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Crappie, Northern Pike, Sunfish, Yellow Perch, Smallmouth Bass, Bowfin, and anything else that bites. You can expect to do some spinning, trolling, jigging, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Capt. Derek also offers fly fishing and will include the necessary gear.

You can keep the fish you catch within size and bag limits. Catch cleaning is available, so you can take your fish home to eat. You can’t go wrong when you bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but avoid hard liquor and glass bottles. All river fishing is catch-and-release only.

Capt. Derek welcomes you aboard a 16’ Aluminum fishing with room for 3 passengers. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but it’s good to ask about this so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself. Trips with Unwrapped Outdoors are child-friendly. Before coming aboard, you’ll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group.

Your trip with Unwrapped Outdoors is just a click away, so why not make it happen?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Evening
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 1
    US $280
    A half day trip is 4 hours on the water. These can be booked for mornings, afternoons, and evenings depending on schedule availability.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
    Bowfin
    Bowfin
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip - Morning
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $280
    A half day trip is 4 hours on the water. These can be booked for mornings, afternoons, and evenings depending on schedule availability.
    Targeted fish
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
    Bowfin
    Bowfin
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Afternoon/Evening
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 1
    US $450
    A full day trip is 8 hours on the water. This can be for morning or afternoon trips, depending on schedule availability.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
    Bowfin
    Bowfin
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Morning
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    A full day trip is 8 hours on the water. This can be for morning or afternoon trips, depending on schedule availability.
    Targeted fish
    Crappie
    Crappie
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
    Bowfin
    Bowfin
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FAQs about Unwrapped Outdoors

Unwrapped Outdoors offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $280 per group, additional US $40 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Evening (4 hours)
  • US $280 per group, additional US $40 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip - Morning (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $80 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip - Afternoon/Evening (8 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $80 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip - Morning (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Unwrapped Outdoors, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Unwrapped Outdoors include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Unwrapped Outdoors offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing (Inland lakes)

Unwrapped Outdoors offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Unwrapped Outdoors include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Bowfin
  • Crappie
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Sunfish

Meet the Captain

Derek Weurding
Lawton, Michigan, United States
8 Fishing Reports
6 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since July 2023
At Unwrapped Outdoors, my focus is on delivering a top-notch fishing experience for all anglers. Regardless of your experience level, I tailor each trip to ensure that every moment on the water is enjoyable for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, you'll find a welcoming and delightful atmosphere. Many of my clients have never fished before or rarely fished until they joined me, and it brings me immense joy to see them return for more adventures. Unwrapped Outdoors was born from a shared passion with friends who have become like family. They've transformed my boat into more than just a vessel; it feels like my dinner table, living room, and deck, where unforgettable moments unfold. I hope you join us soon! Tight lines!
Our Team
Derek W.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Bowfin Bowfin
Crappie Crappie
Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch

Boat specs

Sylvan (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 1994. Powered by a 50HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots.

Length
16 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inland lakes

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fly Fishing Equipment

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
Client may keep their daily limit if they wish
Catch and Release Allowed
Client's choice
Catch and Release Mandatory
All river fishing is catch and release only

Payment

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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
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Friendly captain
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Satisfied with the boat
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Mike T.
Kalamazoo, Michigan
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day for pan fishing and tacos

June 19, 2023
Derek and his crew took a group of us out for a full day of fishing. While the weather was a bit chilly for mid-June the fishing...
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Nora D.
Kalamazoo, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Company Fishing Day Trip

Full Day Trip - Morning on June 5, 2023
Our company took a day-trip with Red Beard (Derek) and his crew in June. Between our three boats, we caught hundreds of pan...
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Josh S.
Kalamazoo, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Panfish by the boatload!

Full Day Trip - Morning on June 5, 2023
Derek and crew gave us the time of our lives! We caught a mess of bluegill, sunfish, perch and bass over the course of the...
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Adam M.
Gaylord, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Couldn’t get any better!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Morning on August 14, 2023
Very knowledgeable and patient. He is what every guide should be!! Other boats were coming off the water only catching a couple...
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Stephen B.
Mineola, MO
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Half day

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip - Morning on August 20, 2023
Slow morning, caught several non keeper largemouth, a few non keeper bluegill, but we landed 6 fish, blue gill, crappie, yellow...
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