Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ 

5.0
(20 reviews)
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Veteran Owned
 250 Anchors Way, St. Joseph, MI 49085, United States

Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ 

St. Joseph, MI, United States
36 ft
6
5.0
(20 reviews)

Originator 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!

Originator 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!

Jerry Link
Captain
Jerry Link
34 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 12:45 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Jul 30
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:45 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 4 people
There are 5 people looking at this charter.

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Natalie Nesbitt
Natalie Nesbitt
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Wonderful trip!
6 Hour Trip on August 8, 20264 adults2 children

Lots of catches. 11 catches in 2 hours and boy were they big! Bring lots of strong muscles to reel those babies in. Great fun! Captain Jerry is one of the best.

Donald Sanders
Donald Sanders
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Wow great time!!
6 Hour Trip on July 31, 20264 adults

We had a great time caught lots of fish captain Jerry is very knowledgeable and put us right on the fish highly recommend !!

Chris Powers
Chris Powers
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Got it done
6 Hour Trip on June 7, 20264 adults

Jerry and Owen are a great team. Looking forward to the next trip with them!!

Danette Hanson
Danette Hanson
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Awesome experience!
Enclosed 26'trytoon River Charters on September 29, 20252 adults

Captain Jerry is extremely knowledgeable and committed to finding fish for you! Boat and equipment top notch. You won’t be disappointed booking with him. True professional.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Coho Salmon
Becca Lowery
Becca Lowery
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
October fishing trip
Enclosed 26'trytoon River Charters on October 22, 20254 adults

the charter was a blast ! we will definitely be back in the summer for some lake fishing next ! highly recommend:)

FAQs about Originator Fishing Charters – 36’

Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ offers the following trips to customers:
  • 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)
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
Trips booked with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is part of charter)
  • First mate (A first mate is always available. Tips start at 20%.)
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.)
Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Originator Fishing Charters – 36’ include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Jerry Link
Jerry Link

St. Joseph, Michigan, United States

13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
41 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2017

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.

Our Team
Owen L.

Owen L.

First mate

Jerry Link
Jerry Link
Fully verified
US veteran
13
reports
41
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
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.
The crew
Owen L.
Owen L.
First mate

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • Wonderful trip!
    Natalie N.
    Natalie N.
  • Wow great time!!
    Donald S.
    Donald S.
  • Awesome experience!
    Danette H.
    Danette H.
  • Exceptional guide
    Christopher T.
    Christopher T.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1991
Restored in
2015
Boat manufacturer
Tiara
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 496HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

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.

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling

Which amenities are available 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
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is part of charter
First mate
A first mate is always available. Tips start at 20%.

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

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 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

 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 TroutBrown Trout
Lake TroutLake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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