Optimistic Fishing Charters 

4.7/5 (10 reviews)
 24770 Jefferson Avenue, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, United States

Optimistic Fishing Charters 

St. Clair Shores, MI, United States
27 ft
6
4.7/5 (10 reviews)

St. Clair Shores has a fish with your name on it, so let Optimistic Fishing Charters help you catch it!

Bass, Walleye, Perch, Northern Pike, Muskellunge (Musky), and more inhabit these waters. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Any fish within the legal limit are yours to keep.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. You're welcome to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Capt. Jim runs a 27' Tiara sportfishing vessel with space for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Optimistic Fishing Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing in St. Clair Shores. So, how about booking that trip?

St. Clair Shores has a fish with your name on it, so let Optimistic Fishing Charters help you catch it!

Bass, Walleye, Perch, Northern Pike, Muskellunge (Musky), and more inhabit these waters. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Any fish within the legal limit are yours to keep.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. You're welcome to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty belly!

Capt. Jim runs a 27' Tiara sportfishing vessel with space for 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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.

A few items to bring include sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Optimistic Fishing Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing in St. Clair Shores. So, how about booking that trip?

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Trip availability and prices

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July 2026
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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3-Hour After school special
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Aug 1 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri)
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US $350
Entire boat: up to 5 people
5 Hour Trip – Multi Species
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 20 - Sep 10 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $625
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Fall Perch Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 11 - Oct 28 (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
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US $625
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.7
10 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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William Owens
William Owens
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
A friend called Captain!
5 Hour Trip – Multi Species on June 15, 20264 adults

We had a fantastic day on the water with Captain Jim from Optimistic Fishing Charters. The fishing was outstanding—we caught 7 walleyes, 1 big pike, 10 smallmouth bass, and a huge sheephead that fought like the world was ending! It was one of the most exciting fish fights I've ever experienced. What made the trip even more special was sharing it with my wife, her sister, and her husband. We spent the day catching fish, laughing, and making memories that we'll be talking about for years to come. Captain Jim was knowledgeable, friendly, and worked hard to keep us on the fish. His experience and dedication made the day enjoyable for everyone, regardless of skill level. This was truly a trip that all four of us will remember, and I can confidently say that I'll be booking another trip with Captain Jim in the future.

Reported catch:
Walleye
Northern Pike
Smallmouth Bass
Response from Captain

 it was great to have you guys on my boat my pleasure. Hope to see you again soon.

Denise McGuire
Denise McGuire
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
We had a great! We all caught fish and Capt Jim helped all of us. We really enjoyed it.
5 Hour Trip – Multi Species on June 14, 20265 adults

Response from Captain

thank you very much

Michiko Miles
Michiko Miles
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Best fishing trip ever!
5 Hour Trip – Multi Species on July 8, 20253 adults1 child

Such an amazing trip! We had so much fun and caught a bunch of fish. Captain Jim was so knowledgeable and helpful. Kindest man you will ever meet. Would love to do this trip again!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Smallmouth Bass
Response from Captain

Thank you so much for your kind words

Dawson Morgan
Dawson Morgan
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
August fishing trip
5 Hour Trip – Multi Species on August 30, 20254 adults

Response from Captain

Thank you for the positive response. Had a good time. We’ll have to get out again.

Kris Kronbach
Kris Kronbach
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Jim
5 Hour Trip – Multi Species on July 19, 20252 adults

Response from Captain

Thank you very much. I appreciate it.

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
1988
Boat manufacturer
Tiara
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 270HP
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