Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service

If you’re ready to start fishing in Brethren, we’ve got you covered with Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service. Captain James will be your guide, which means you’ll tap into years of knowledge and experience.

Depending on conditions, you might hook into Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Yellow Perch, Crappie, Steelhead, Chinook Salmon, Sunfish, Coho Salmon, Walleye, and whatever else takes the bait. On these trips, it’s common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

You’ll be dropping lines from a 17’ Lowe 1760 MT Jet boat with space for 2 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you’ll be catching it yourself.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect. It’s always wise to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    5 Hour morning trip - 2 people
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $400
    Will be fishing for Steelhead, coho salmon, salmon. All rates are for 2 people on the boat.
    Targeted fish
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    5hr afternoon trip - 2 people
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $400
    All pricing is for 2 people.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
    Salmon (Pink)
    Pink Salmon
  • Private trip
    7hr Day trip - 2 people
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 2 persons
    US $650
    A 7hr day trip is priced for 2 people for the whole day. Encourage to dress warm for this time of year. I will have a heater on board to take the chill off an keep those hands warm. Remember the crappier the weather is usually the beat fishing for fall/winter steelhead. If you would like to add a 3rd person that will be an additional 75.00. Thanks
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
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Customer reviews

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Great Trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Weekend on April 13, 2024
Capt. James was very ambitous to get me and my son onto some fish. He knew where the fish was and there was plenty. The fish...
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Jim K.
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Great Day on the River!

VERIFIED   5 Hour morning trip - 2 people on September 21, 2024
Decided to book a trip with Capt. James as I was taking a friend of mine from New Hampshire who had never salmon fished and...
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VERIFIED   5hr afternoon trip - 2 people on October 5, 2024
Had a great time fishing with James. Really nice boat and gear. Finished the day with lots of fish.
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FAQs about Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service

Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 5 Hour morning trip - 2 people (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 5hr afternoon trip - 2 people (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 7hr Day trip - 2 people (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (If live bait is needed I will get it from the bait shop and no extra charge. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No I do not charge for this service just ask for you to bring a cooler for your catch. Am I do this once we’re back to the dock. )

Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Big Manistee River , Saginaw River , also do inland lake trips )
  • Lake Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing

Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Steelhead Fanatics Guide Service include:
  • Brook Trout
  • Brown Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Walleye

Your captain

James Jarvis
Brethren, Michigan, United States
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3 Customer reviews
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Member since March 2024
I’ve fished the Manistee River since I was a kid. I love fishing Steelhead , Salmon and Browns. Join me for a great fishing adventure and create long lasting memories with family and friend’s. Most importantly is have fun and enjoy the nature at its fullest.

The fish you can target

Brook Trout Brook Trout
Brown Trout Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Speed boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
Lowe
Boat type
Jet boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

River Fishing
Big Manistee River , Saginaw River , also do inland lake trips
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
If live bait is needed I will get it from the bait shop and no extra charge.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No I do not charge for this service just ask for you to bring a cooler for your catch. Am I do this once we’re back to the dock.

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.
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
PayPal
Bank Transfer

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