J J Sport Fishing Charters
+18If you’ve always wanted to explore the prolific waters of Lake Michigan, join J J Sport Fishing Charters for an incredible adventure! Captain Jim Swanezy is the man behind this charter, and he specializes in Trout and Salmon fishing on this vast waterway. He loves nothing more than seeing his guests’ faces light up when they hook their dream catch.
Capt. Jim is a passionate fisherman with over50 years of experience under his belt. He works alongside a friendly and experienced first mate, who loves fishing and helping guests with their catch, as well as teaching them all about this Great Lake. They welcome anglers of all skill levels to join them and discover the magic of this fishery.
You’ll be casting off on board a 34’ Pursuit offshore sport fishing boat, which was built in 2001 and has room for up to 6 people. Bring along your best angling buddies! She’s powered by twin 385 HP Crusader engines, making her a fast and sound vessel for reaching the deepest waters of Lake Michigan.
This vessel is equipped with a GPS, a VHF radio and a fish finder to make sure you’ll find our target catch as efficiently as possible. You will also find all the necessary safety equipment, as well as a CPR-trained crew. She’s also equipped with a full toilet and shower, a bedroom, a kitchen with a refrigerator, and an icebox that will keep your catch fresh on your journey back to shore.
This Great Lake is super rich in Salmon species, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and Rainbow Trout, and Capt. Jim will have you casting your line for them all. These are excellent food fish and will make for a great lunch or dinner.
Capt. Jim and first mate will provide rods, reels, tackle, and lures, and you can even purchase your fishing license on their boat. Otherwise, please have a license ready before your trip. They’ll clean and fillet your catch, too, so make sure you bring zip bags and a cooler. Come discover the greatness of this Great Lake with J J Sport Fishing Charters!
Captain
Jim Swanezy
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+31Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
93%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
94%
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Fishing with Jim
4 Hour Trip on May 8, 2025
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Best Fishing trip ever!
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2024
Captain and staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and very easy to be around for six hours. The boat was well equipped.
Captain and staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and very easy to be around for six hours. The boat was well equipped.
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August fishing trip
4 Hour Trip on August 23, 2024
Highland Charter Township, MI
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6 hr trip with Captain Jim
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 10, 2022
what a perfect day on the water. I brought two of my grandsons, both 13 years old and my son, on a Charter with Captain Jim today. What a pleasant trip for us all. The boys said it was awesome and want to go back again. We were well taken care of and enjoyed the experience of a lifetime. I would recommend this charter to anyone taking young boys out to fish on lake Michigan. I have also recommended Captain Jim to my friends that asked where we caught such large fish. What a memorable time, we will always look back on this trip remembering all the fun and excitement we had. Thanks, JJ sports we'll be back
what a perfect day on the water. I brought two of my grandsons, both 13 years old and my son, on a Charter with Captain Jim today. What a pleasant trip for us all. The boys said it was awesome and want to go back again. We were well taken care of and enjoyed the experience of a lifetime. I would recommend this charter to anyone taking young boys out to fish on lake Michigan. I have also recommended Captain Jim to my friends that asked where we caught such large fish. What a memorable time, we...
McCordsville, IN
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Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2022
I asked for a recommendation for a fishing charter from our vacation cabin rental agent. Her brother, who lives in Holland, recommended J J Sport Fishing Charters. Without a doubt his recommendation exceeded all of my expectations. Caption Jim and First Mate Stacy made the trip a memorable fishing experience, not just a ride in the Lake. Captain Jim was the epitome of the seasoned Captain who knew the waters and his boat. First Mate Stacy was super friendly and helpful. He knew instinctively when we hooked a fish and guided us on how to bring in the fish. We took four 20-25 lb (+/-) king salmon and a good size lake trout. When we got back to the dock and were waiting while Captain Jim cleaned our fish, the catch from other boats that we saw seemed absolutely puny compared to ours. We learned that Captain Jim and First Mate Stacy had placed second in a recent major local fishing tournament -- they know their stuff.
I asked for a recommendation for a fishing charter from our vacation cabin rental agent. Her brother, who lives in Holland, recommended J J Sport Fishing Charters. Without a doubt his recommendation exceeded all of my expectations. Caption Jim and First Mate Stacy made the trip a memorable fishing experience, not just a ride in the Lake. Captain Jim was the epitome of the seasoned Captain who knew the waters and his boat. First Mate Stacy was super friendly and helpful. He knew instinctively...
FAQs about J J Sport Fishing Charters
What are the trip rates for J J Sport Fishing Charters?
J J Sport Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with J J Sport Fishing Charters?
When you book a trip with J J Sport Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with J J Sport Fishing Charters?
Trips booked with J J Sport Fishing Charters include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First Mate
What types of fishing does J J Sport Fishing Charters offer?
J J Sport Fishing Charters offers the following type of fishing:
- Offshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does J J Sport Fishing Charters offer?
J J Sport Fishing Charters offers the following fishing technique:
- Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with J J Sport Fishing Charters?
Top targeted fish species with J J Sport Fishing Charters include:
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
Your captain
Holland, Michigan, United States
Captain Jim has been fishing on Lake Michigan for more than 50 years, and together with his crew,he makes an incredible winning team. They have participated in and taken many top finishes in tournaments. He is a skilled and passionate fisherman who strives to teach his guest about different techniques and help them reel in as many fish as possible.
Stacy C.
First mate
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Offshore Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Trolling
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
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
Disabled Accessible
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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Holland right now
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)