Whistlin Dipsy Charters
+3Whistlin Dipsy Charters welcomes you to the stunning waters of Manistee.
These waters hold game fish like Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and Lake Trout. You’ll target your catch by trolling.
Capt. Tim welcomes children aboard, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Sorry, no pets allowed.
You’ll be fishing aboard a 28’ Carolina Classic with space for 4 to 6 passengers. It has downriggers, a fighting chair, all the essentials. We provide all necessary fishing equipment.
There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
You will need to get a Michigan fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can purchase them at most sporting goods stores and or Meijer.
Don’t forget to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to know your limits.
Now, come aboard with Whistlin Dipsy Charters and get hooked!
Captain
Tim Schlaud
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Trip availability and prices
FAQs about Whistlin Dipsy Charters
What are the trip rates for Whistlin Dipsy Charters?
Whistlin Dipsy Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $350 per group - 7 Hour Trip – Pike Ice Spearing (7 hours)
- US $650 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
- US $650 per group - Half Day Afternoon Trip (5 hours)
- US $900 per group - 9 Hour Trip (9 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Prime Time Split (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Whistlin Dipsy Charters?
When you book a trip with Whistlin Dipsy Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Whistlin Dipsy Charters?
Trips booked with Whistlin Dipsy Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (All gear provided for trips)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First Mate
What types of fishing does Whistlin Dipsy Charters offer?
Whistlin Dipsy Charters offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing (Lake Michigan )
- Offshore Fishing (Lake Michigan)
What fishing techniques does Whistlin Dipsy Charters offer?
Whistlin Dipsy Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
- Heavy Tackle
- Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with Whistlin Dipsy Charters?
Top targeted fish species with Whistlin Dipsy Charters include:
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
Your captain
Manistee, Michigan, United States
Capt. Tim Schlaud is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure on Lake Michigan out of the harbor of Manistee, Michigan.
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Nearshore Fishing
Lake Michigan
Offshore Fishing
Lake Michigan
Which fishing techniques you can try
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Which amenities are available onboard
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
All gear provided for trips
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
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
You Keep Catch
How you can pay
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
Checks
What’s biting in Manistee right now
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)