Originator Fishing Charters – Originator 2 

5.0/5 (17 reviews)
 Anchors Way 250, St. Joseph, MI 49085, United States

Originator Fishing Charters – Originator 2 

St. Joseph, MI, United States
26 feet
6
5.0/5 (17 reviews)

Excited to go fishing in Berrien Springs? Originator Fishing Charters is your ticket! With Captain Jerry at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Smallmouth Bass, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, Walleye, and who knows what else! For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle.

Trips with Originator Fishing Charters are great for kids, so get 'em offline and onto the water! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Jerry operates the Originator 2, a 26' JC Pontoon boat that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you.

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.

Some essentials to bring are bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray).  Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Berrien Springs for yourself, with Originator Fishing Charters!

Excited to go fishing in Berrien Springs? Originator Fishing Charters is your ticket! With Captain Jerry at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Smallmouth Bass, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, Walleye, and who knows what else! For these species, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle.

Trips with Originator Fishing Charters are great for kids, so get 'em offline and onto the water! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!

Capt. Jerry operates the Originator 2, a 26' JC Pontoon boat that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you.

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.

Some essentials to bring are bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray).  Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Berrien Springs for yourself, with Originator Fishing Charters!

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Rating

5.0
17 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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Ralph Florek
Ralph Florek
Repeat angler
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Ohio, US
Member since 2021
6 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Great Capt
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on February 7, 20263 adults
The Capt was great, Great sense of humor,gave us lots of history of the area. The boat was warm and comfy, the fishing equipment was great, BUT mother nature and the fish gods were against us, Not the captains fault he tried to put us on the fish but they did not want to be caught that day, but not for lack of trying on his part.. We will definitively book with him again. but will do summer when its warmer !
Response from Captain
February 13, 2026
thank you for your review
Ross Mccoy
Ross Mccoy
Repeat angler
us
Lake Jackson, TX, US
Member since 2019
17 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great salmon fishing in the rain!
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on June 5, 20262 adults
Awesome trip awesome fishing and awesome day on the water!
Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain
June 5, 2026
Thank you for your review
Svetlana Maksimchuk
Svetlana Maksimchuk
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Sunny skies, shy fish!
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on October 20, 20253 adults
Beautiful sunny day for people to enjoy-not much luck with the fish, but Captain Jerry was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the trip enjoyable despite the slow day. Would go again just for his company!
Reid Mccafferty
Reid Mccafferty
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great fishing
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on March 26, 20262 adults
Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
Thank you for your review
Thomas Knight
Thomas Knight
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Jerry
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on January 10, 20265 adults

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7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River
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US $400
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Rating

5.0
17 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (28)

All reviews (17)

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Ralph Florek
Ralph Florek
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
6 trips
0
4.7
Verified
Great Capt
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on February 7, 20263 adults
The Capt was great, Great sense of humor,gave us lots of history of the area. The boat was warm and comfy, the fishing equipment was great, BUT mother nature and the fish gods were against us, Not the captains fault he tried to put us on the fish but they did not want to be caught that day, but not for lack of trying on his part.. We will definitively book with him again. but will do summer when its warmer !
Response from Captain
February 13, 2026
thank you for your review
Ross Mccoy
Ross Mccoy
Repeat angler
us
Lake Jackson, TX, US
Member since 2019
17 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great salmon fishing in the rain!
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on June 5, 20262 adults
Awesome trip awesome fishing and awesome day on the water!
Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain
June 5, 2026
Thank you for your review
Svetlana Maksimchuk
Svetlana Maksimchuk
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Sunny skies, shy fish!
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on October 20, 20253 adults
Beautiful sunny day for people to enjoy-not much luck with the fish, but Captain Jerry was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the trip enjoyable despite the slow day. Would go again just for his company!
Reid Mccafferty
Reid Mccafferty
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Great fishing
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on March 26, 20262 adults
Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain
March 30, 2026
Thank you for your review
Thomas Knight
Thomas Knight
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Jerry
7 Hour Trip – Saint Joe River on January 10, 20265 adults

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Other
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1987
Restored in
2003
Boat manufacturer
JC
Boat type
Pontoon
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots
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