Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC 

5.0/5 (3 reviews)
 5705 South Lake Street, Glen Arbor, MI 49636, United States

Captain Scott McDaid has over 30 years of experience and specializes in catching Salmon, Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Brown Trout out of Glen Arbor.  Reel Tales Charters is the only charter listed here that actually leaves from Glen Arbor and cleans and bags the catch in Glen Arbor.  Others may be listed in Glen Arbor, but leave from somewhere else.  Please be careful when booking that you are getting what you expect.

Captain Scott will guide you through your Glen Arbor Charter Fishing adventure every step of the way! No Experience necessary!

Reel Tales Charters is U.S.C.G. Licensed and Insured. You will fish aboard a 28’ Grady White Sailfish that is MDNR inspected.  Grady White is a boat that is truly made for the waters of the Great Lakes.  You will ride in comfort!

We provide tackle, ice, cleaning and bagging of your catch, education and fun. All you need to bring is: Sunglasses, sun block, soft-soled shoes, jacket, camera, and food and beverages of your choice.

We pride ourselves in giving you the ultimate charter fishing experience while you are visiting northern Michigan.

You will need to buy a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Your trip with Reel Tales Charter Fishing is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Scott Mcdaid

Captain

Scott Mcdaid

 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
9 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 3 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 3 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photo by reviewers (1)

Captain Scott was great.

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Recommend this charter

67%

Caught fish

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Mike F.
Mike F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fun!

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Half Day Trip (PM) on July 2, 2025

Scott was very knowledgeable and put us onto some fish. He was also very patient with the kids. Highly recommended!

Scott was very knowledgeable and put us onto some fish. He was also very patient with the kids. Highly recommended!  

 Mike F. recommends Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC
Scott Mcdaid
Scott Mcdaid (The Captain)
Replied on July 4, 2025
Thank you Mike! It was a pleasure meeting you and having you fish with Reel Tales Charter Fishing! I look forward to having you back out.

Eric W.
Eric W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Captain Scott was great.

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Half Day Trip (PM) on July 1, 2025

We got on fish right away and at a great afternoon of fishing.

We got on fish right away and at a great afternoon of fishing.  

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 Eric W. recommends Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC
Scott Mcdaid
Scott Mcdaid (The Captain)
Replied on July 3, 2025
Thank you Eric! I had a great time with you and your family. Hope to see you again!

Blair P.
Blair P.

The captain canceled

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Trip was supposed to happen on May 3, 2025

The charter operator canceled 82 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

1 person finds this review helpful
Scott Mcdaid
Scott Mcdaid (The Captain)

FAQs about Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC

What are the trip rates for Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC?

Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $650 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $25 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (9 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC?

When you book a trip with Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC?

Trips booked with Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Free of charge as part of the charter.)
What types of fishing does Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC offer?

Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC offers the following type of fishing:

  • Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC offer?

Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC offers the following fishing technique:

  • Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC?

Top targeted fish species with Reel Tales Charter Fishing, LLC include:

  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Scott Mcdaid

Glen Arbor, Michigan, United States

ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2024

Operating a 28' Grady White Sailfish, Capt. Scott ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Glen Arbor, Michigan. Using trolling, and other techniques, you'll have a chance to catch King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Steelhead, and Lake Trout. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2000
Boat manufacturer
Grady White
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

GPS

Fishfinder

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Free of charge as part of the charter.

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

Most of my trips are families with kids.

You Keep Catch

Fish are cleaned for free!

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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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