J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20'

Spend the day with Capt. Jordan and J. Young Fishing to find out what the fishing in the Traverse City area is all about!

The 19’ bay boat is perfect for casting or trolling for your desired multi-species freshwater Inland Lake fish.

There are many species to target casting/trolling/Jigging. YOU tell me what you’d like to catch and I’ll show YOU how and where.
Some of these include Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Panfish, Brown Trout, Lake Trout and Musky if conditions allow.

On these trips we use light/heavy tackle, live bait, as well as Fly Fishing. Capt. Jordan offers Fly Fishing the inland lakes for predator fish for a fun change of pace as well as spin/bait casting with high end equipment. Capt. Jordan is an Orvis Endorsed PRO Guide and uses the best top of the line fly gear as well as St. Croix and Shimano spinning/bait casting rods and reels.

Casting and Jigging for predators or table fare are also a regular target as well as trolling.

J. Young Fishing welcomes kids aboard, and encourages it! Jordan loves getting kids out casting and retrieving with a big smile on their face. Please make sure to bring a properly fitting child’s lifejacket or request for him to bring the proper size needed for your child.

You’ll be welcome aboard a 19’ Nautic Star bay boat with space for 3 passengers. It has all the essentials. You’ll find rods and reels waiting for you, along with all tackle/lures. Live bait is available when needed. Bring your own rods if needed but they are not necessary.

Included is 30 minutes free casting lessons for fly anglers looking to sharpen up their skills or chase new species

Before coming aboard, you will need to buy a local fishing license.
Recommended are sunscreen (non-spray), appropriate clothing, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, avoid hard liquor and glass bottles. There will be some light snacks/beverages available on board.

Now, time to hit the water with Capt. Jordan!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    3/4 Day- Mix Cast,Troll,Jig (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $575
    You choose the species(when available) and the type of fishing(Fly, Cast, Troll, Jig, Mix) that you'd like to do. From cast fishing for aggressive Northern Pike and Largemouth/Smallmouth Bass to trolling and jigging for Walleye and Panfish, Captain Jordan has you covered with all the gear and knowledge to get you the best opportunity. For the Novice or just rusty Fly Anglers, you will get a free 30-minute casting lesson and explanation of the rods, line, leaders, and types of "flies" for each target fish.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Carp
    Carp
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day- Fly (Up to 2 Anglers) AM
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $575
    Do you love fly fishing but tired of trout? Do you love saltwater flats fishing but are not able to often? Would you like to try something new with a fly rod that targets predator fish like Northern Pike, Bass? How about bluegill and other panfish on light rods and poppers? Come try still water fly fishing on the inland lakes! For the Novice or just rusty Fly Anglers, you will get a free 30-minute casting lesson and explanation of the rods, line, leaders, and types of "flies" for each target fish.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day- Fly (Up to 2 Anglers) PM
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $575
    Do you love fly fishing but tired of trout? Do you love saltwater flats fishing but are not able to often? Would you like to try something new with a fly rod that targets predator fish like Northern Pike, Bass? How about bluegill and other panfish on light rods and poppers? Come try still water fly fishing on the inland lakes! For the Novice or just rusty Fly Anglers, you will get a free 30-minute casting lesson and explanation of the rods, line, leaders, and types of "flies" for each target fish.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day- Mix Cast,Troll,Jig (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $575
    You choose the species(when available) and the type of fishing(Fly, Cast, Troll, Jig, Mix) that you'd like to do. From cast fishing for aggressive Northern Pike and Largemouth/Smallmouth Bass to trolling and jigging for Walleye and Panfish, Captain Jordan has you covered with all the gear and knowledge to get you the best opportunity. For the Novice or just rusty Fly Anglers, you will get a free 30-minute casting lesson and explanation of the rods, line, leaders, and types of "flies" for each target fish.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Carp
    Carp
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
  • Private trip
    Full Day- Mix Cast,Troll,Jig
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $700
    You choose the species(when available) and the type of fishing(Fly, Cast, Troll, Jig, Mix) that you'd like to do. From cast fishing for aggressive Northern Pike and Largemouth/Smallmouth Bass to trolling and jigging for Walleye and Panfish, Captain Jordan has you covered with all the gear and knowledge to get you the best opportunity. For the Novice or just rusty Fly Anglers, you will get a free 30-minute casting lesson and explanation of the rods, line, leaders, and types of "flies" for each target fish.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
  • Private trip
    Full Day- Fly (Up to 2 Anglers)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $700
    Do you love fly fishing but tired of trout? Do you love saltwater flats fishing but are not able to often? Would you like to try something new with a fly rod that targets predator fish like Northern Pike, Bass? How about bluegill and other panfish on light rods and poppers? Come try still water fly fishing on the inland lakes! For the Novice or just rusty Fly Anglers, you will get a free 30-minute casting lesson and explanation of the rods, line, leaders, and types of "flies" for each target fish.
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Bass (Smallmouth)
    Smallmouth Bass
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Walleye with Capt. Jordan Young
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Son and Grandson Loved the Fishing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day- Mix Cast,Troll,Jig (AM) on June 29, 2024
I booked the trip for my son and grandson.  They had a great time.  When the captain asked if they wanted to try another...
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Matt G.
Traverse City, Michigan
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Walleye with Capt. Jordan Young

3/4 Day- Fly (Up to 2 Anglers) AM on March 12, 2024
Had an absolute riot walleye fishing with Captain Jordan Young of Pursuit Sport Fishing in Traverse City. The boat was streamlined...
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Kyle H.
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Great Experience!

VERIFIED   Evening 4 Hour- Fly,Spin,BaitTroll on August 1, 2024
Captain Jordan was very engaging and patient with my 6 year old son.  He answered every question, was hands on and put us...
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Scott A.
Mt. Morris, Michigan
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Half day fishing trip with J Young

April 6, 2024
Caught many bass, some even over 20”. They hit streamers on sinking line and poppers on floating line. -I had a few...
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Fishing with Captain Young

March 11, 2024
I’ve had the pleasure of fishing with Captain Jordan Young several times and have had a great experience every single time....
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FAQs about J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20'

J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $575 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day- Mix Cast,Troll,Jig (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 3/4 Day- Fly (Up to 2 Anglers) AM (6 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 3/4 Day- Fly (Up to 2 Anglers) PM (6 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day- Mix Cast,Troll,Jig (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day- Mix Cast,Troll,Jig (8 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Full Day- Fly (Up to 2 Anglers) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (St. Croix, Shimano, Orvis)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks (Water/BYOB)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (High end gear with free lessons)

J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Inland Lakes for multi-species)
  • Flats Fishing (Cast fishing/Sight Fishing Inland Lakes)

J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Cast fishing for Bass and other species)
  • Heavy Tackle (Pike and Musky)
  • Bottom Fishing (Lake Trout, Perch)
  • Trolling (Walleye, Bass, Pike, Trout, Salmon(Atlantic))
  • Spinning (Casting and Jigging)
  • Jigging (Perch, Panfish, Walleye)
  • Fly Fishing (Captains specialty for Pike, Bass and Bluegill)

Top targeted fish species with J. Young Outdoors – Bay Boat 20' include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brown Trout
  • Carp
  • Crappie
  • Lake Trout
  • Muskellunge (Musky)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)
  • Sunfish
  • Walleye

Your captain

Jordan Young
Elmwood Charter Township, Michigan, United States
3 Fishing Reports
13 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since December 2023
I have spent my entire life fishing, growing up in a very fishy family. My Great-grandfather was Paul H. Young, a pioneer in the bamboo fly rod manufacturing business. Fishing is in my blood. I spent my 20's and 30's fishing tournaments from Indiana to Northern Mi. I travel frequently to fish and have fished in numerous countries. I have lived in Traverse City my entire life and have fished more water and lakes than most others. My passion is getting people out on the water and catching memories.

The fish you can target

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Brown Trout Brown Trout
Carp Carp

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
NauticStar
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Lake Fishing
Inland Lakes for multi-species
Flats Fishing
Cast fishing/Sight Fishing Inland Lakes

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Cast fishing for Bass and other species
Heavy Tackle
Pike and Musky
Bottom Fishing
Lake Trout, Perch
Trolling
Walleye, Bass, Pike, Trout, Salmon(Atlantic)
Spinning
Casting and Jigging
Jigging
Perch, Panfish, Walleye
Fly Fishing
Captains specialty for Pike, Bass and Bluegill

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
St. Croix, Shimano, Orvis
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
Water/BYOB
Fly Fishing Equipment
High end gear with free lessons

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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 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