Originator Fishing Charters – 36’
Veteran owned
+94Originator Fishing Charters welcomes you to the stunning waters of Lake Michigan. With Captain Jerry at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide of 30 years plus. Saint Joseph Mi Pier33 Marina 250 Anchors Way 49085 slip #44
Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Steelhead, Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, and who knows what else! You can expect to do some light tackle fishing, trolling, or maybe something more specialized in this area. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Now that’s dinner!
Families making a day of it will be glad to know that kids 5 years and older are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available. Otherwise, you should bring your own. A First Mate may be available upon request. Message the captain for details about adding a mate to your trip.
Your fishing machine for the day is a 36' Tia offshore sport fishing with room for 6 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Jerry will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.
Don't forget to bring snacks, drinks, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation. Just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
The click of a button is the only thing keeping you from a great day on the water with Originator Fishing Charters!
Captain
Jerry Link
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+25Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
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Satisfied with the boat
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Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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Fun Day!!!
Enclosed 26’trytoon River Charters on July 10, 2025
My son and I did the river trip. Jerry was fantastic. It was nice to have someone with his knowledge and experience to lead us on this trip. He could not have been a better guide. Fishing was a bit slow for a while, but Jerry kept trying difference spots. You could tell it was important that my son catch some fish which we did. I highly recommend Jerry. Great day!!!
My son and I did the river trip. Jerry was fantastic. It was nice to have someone with his knowledge and experience to lead us on this trip. He could not have been a better guide. Fishing was a bit slow for a while, but Jerry kept trying difference spots. You could tell it was important that my son catch some fish which we did. I highly recommend Jerry. Great day!!!
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Exceptional guide
6 Hour Trip on June 28, 2025
The guys were great! We caught fish but most off the captain was sure to show us a fun time and accommodate a couple people with less experience.
The guys were great! We caught fish but most off the captain was sure to show us a fun time and accommodate a couple people with less experience.
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Salmon fishing Lake Michigan
6 Hour Trip on September 21, 2024
We had an excellent time fishing on the Originator with Captain Jerry Link! Spacious/ clean / organized- the Originator is equipped with latest hardware for the expert offshore fishing experience. We caught king salmon, coho salmon and lake trout. We fished far offshore in deep clean water. I recommend fishing with Jerry- bring yourself refreshments, sun glasses, hat and jacket. You will need a cooler and ice to bring your fish home!
We had an excellent time fishing on the Originator with Captain Jerry Link! Spacious/ clean / organized- the Originator is equipped with latest hardware for the expert offshore fishing experience. We caught king salmon, coho salmon and lake trout. We fished far offshore in deep clean water. I recommend fishing with Jerry- bring yourself refreshments, sun glasses, hat and jacket. You will need a cooler and ice to bring your fish home!
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Full day trip with captain Jerry
6 Hour Trip on April 14, 2025
Wonderful experience with the originator today, could hardly keep a rod in the water, the crew was very friendly and polite I 10/10 would recommend cptn link to anyone
Wonderful experience with the originator today, could hardly keep a rod in the water, the crew was very friendly and polite I 10/10 would recommend cptn link to anyone
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Awesome Fishing on Lake Michigan!!
6 Hour Trip on October 18, 2024
Captain Jerry really knows where and how to find the fish. Just a fabulous trip aboard the Originator!! Such a memorable experience for me and my family!!!
Captain Jerry really knows where and how to find the fish. Just a fabulous trip aboard the Originator!! Such a memorable experience for me and my family!!!
FAQs about Originator Fishing Charters – 36’
What are the trip rates for Originator Fishing Charters – 36’?
Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ offers the following trips to customers:
- US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Enclosed 26’trytoon River Charters (5 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’?
When you book a trip with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Enclosed clean spacious barroom with a high end toilet and sink.
- Air Conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’?
Trips booked with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is part of charter)
- First Mate
What types of fishing does Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ offer?
Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ offers the following types of fishing:
- River Fishing (November thru March)
- Lake Fishing (April thru October)
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (We go wear the fish are. Depending on time of year. Generally not more than 12 miles maximum.)
What fishing techniques does Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ offer?
Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’?
Top targeted fish species with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ include:
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
Meet your captain
St. Joseph, Michigan, United States
Captain Jerry Link is local to the area and a U.S. Navy Veteran. Jerry enjoys putting clients of all ages on fish, sharing his local knowledge and experience to provide his clients with the trip of a lifetime. When he's not fishing Lake Michigan, you'll find Capt. Jerry guiding river trips for Steelhead, Salmon, and the area's "Skamania Steelhead" from a fully enclosed heated river boat on the Saint Joseph River. Captain Jerry has over 30 years of experience Sportfishing in Lake Michigan and a Great Lakes 100-ton Master License.
Owen L.
First mate
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
River Fishing
November thru March
Lake Fishing
April thru October
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We go wear the fish are. Depending on time of year. Generally not more than 12 miles maximum.
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Trolling
What's on board
Toilet
Enclosed clean spacious barroom with a high end toilet and sink.
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Ice Box
Radar
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is part of charter
First Mate
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
Listing policies
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Mature 5 year old or older
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
How to 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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in St. Joseph right now
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)