Fishful Thinking Charters LLC – St. Joseph
Fishful Thinking Charters LLC – St. Joseph
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St. Joseph has a fish with your name on it, so let Fishful Thinking Charters help you catch it!
Depending on the season, you might hook into Salmon, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and anything else that bites.
On these trips, you can expect to troll using heavy tackle.
Trips with Fishful Thinking Charters are child-friendly, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks!
You'll be fishing aboard a 31' Sea Ray Amberjack sportfishing vessel with room for 6 passengers. It has downriggers, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. 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 might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Fishful Thinking Charters.
St. Joseph has a fish with your name on it, so let Fishful Thinking Charters help you catch it!
Depending on the season, you might hook into Salmon, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout (Steelhead), and anything else that bites.
On these trips, you can expect to troll using heavy tackle.
Trips with Fishful Thinking Charters are child-friendly, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks!
You'll be fishing aboard a 31' Sea Ray Amberjack sportfishing vessel with room for 6 passengers. It has downriggers, and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. 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 might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Fishful Thinking Charters.
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We left port at 6am at the lake by 6:15am, rods set by 6:30am and reeling our first fish by 6:50am. Captain Bryce took care of everything from driving the boat and tending the rods. He is very knowledgeable about the area and technics needed to catch the salmon. His boat was well maintained and comfortable ride the whole trip. He was personable and willing to talk the lesser experience fisher person in our group through what to do and how to land the fish. We ran close to the legal limit of rods to increase our chances. I was amazed at how he was able to keep all the lines from tangling. When we had three fish on at once he spoke clearly and directly on what we needed to do to keep the fish apart and tangle free and land them all.
Bryce is knowledgeable, friendly, and worked hard to ensure everyone had an awesome time. He was very patient with all of the young fishermen we brought along. Everyone had a turn in the steady and sometimes rapid action. We ended up with a cooler and filets and lots of stories, and can’t wait to do it again next year!
We had a great trip on Lake Michigan with Bryce Watson on Fishful Thinking Charters. We ended the day with 14 cohos and one really large king salmon, which made for an unforgettable experience. Bryce was knowledgeable, personable, and made the day even more enjoyable. His mate Troy was incredibly helpful and patient the entire trip. Highly recommend Fishful Thinking Charters if you want a fun and successful day on the water. Will definitely book again soon. Thanks Bryce!
You gotta go out with Captain Bryce for a Lake Michigan fishing experience! Just BADA$$ from start to finish literally! Action was a word I used b4 going out.Action was the word for the day. We ended up 7 for 13 which I think is good for a few rookies. 4 Kings, 2 Steelies and a lake trout. Thanx Captain Bryce!!!
Our captain knew right where to go, which takle to use and we found fish right away. He was friendly and knowledgeable. Great trip. My son caught a 14 and 20 pound salmon. We both limited. I would highly recommend this to anyone.
FAQs about Fishful Thinking Charters LLC – St. Joseph
- US $800 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Salmon/Trout (AM) (5 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Salmon/Trout (PM) (5 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Salmon/Trout (9 hours)
- Toilet Fully functional private restroom
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included, bring a cooler to take home your days catch )
- First mate
- Lake fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Our average distance offshore will be 10 to 16 miles )
- Heavy tackle
- Trolling
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon
Your captain
I started fishing on the St.Joe River as soon as I could pick up a rod, my passion grew from there as I ventured out on the big lake. The first time i experienced screaming drag from a King Salmon I was hooked for life. My passion became an addiction and I am honored now to become a captain and share this addiction with the next angler.
I started fishing on the St.Joe River as soon as I could pick up a rod, my passion grew from there as I ventured out on the big lake. The first time i experienced screaming drag from a King Salmon I was hooked for life. My passion became an addiction and I am honored now to become a captain and share this addiction with the next angler.
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If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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:
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What’s biting in St. Joseph right now
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5.0(105)36 ftGroup size 1 - 61 - 6
+35 hour trip • 4 personsUS $700
