Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters

Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters Of Sheboygan runs seasonal trips on Lake Michigan for some exemplar Trout and Salmon fishing. You will have a stable vessel and a captain with local expertise by your side.

The fish are hard hitting and make up for a nice day on the water. No matter whether you’re quite experienced or just starting—these trips will have you hooked on as soon as the fish strike the line.

Captain James is one of the best known captains in the area and has been fishing for years. During his career, Capt. James has seen thousands of anglers land Salmon and Trout and he continues to help them get the fish with the same fervor.

You will find Capt. James at the helm of his 34’ Luhrs flybridge that is powered by twin 340 HP Crusader engines. The boat is regularly maintained and fully equipped to give you world-class fishing out of Wisconsin.

The boat comes with a GPS, a fishfinder, a lady-friendly toilet, an enclosed cabin with shower, air-conditioning, safety gear, and a selection of Penn reels and Shakespeare rods that will be at your disposal. The vessel gives plenty of space to up to six anglers.

Your fishing trips will see you fishing for Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Chinook, and Coho. You can purchase the fishing license right by the dock and there is free parking within 50 feet from the boat. Kids are welcome to join the chase and the captain will provide life jackets for them. You should bring food and drinks, as well as sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, clothes in layers, and a camera.

Get your bags, invite your friends and come for a real lake adventure.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip – Evening Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 PM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $506
    A great trip to get a good taste of our Lake Michigan fishery by spending a few hours on the water. We provide all fishing equipment and include free fish cleaning. We have fishing licenses available right at the dock if needed. Pack food and snacks, get a camera, dress well for the weather and wear clothes in layers. Kids are welcome to come along. These trips are good for novice anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (10:30AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $654
    Spend the middle of the day chasing Steelhead, Chinook, Coho, Lake, and Brown Trout. You will have enough time to see how supreme fishing can get here and will get all the gear you need to land a catch. You can purchase a fishing license at the dock if needed. Pack food and snacks, get a camera, dress well for weather and wear clothes in layers. Kids are welcome to come along. These trips are a good option for novice anglers.
    Targeted fish
    Lake Trout
    Lake Trout
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Oct 15
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $654
    This morning trip will give you five hours to explore the rich waters of Lake Michigan and target numerous species of Trout and Salmon. You will get all the fishing gear onboard, but should purchase a fishing license. Pack food and drinks, bring warm clothes, and a hat, sunglasses, and a camera. Kids are welcome to come along. This trip is a great choice for anglers with little experience.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Oct 15
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $654
    Spend the afternoon chasing Steelhead, Chinook, Coho, Lake, and Brown Trout. You will have enough time to see how supreme fishing can get here and will get all the gear you need to land a catch. You should purchase a fishing license before the trip. Pack food and snacks, get a camera, dress well for the weather and wear clothes in layers. Kids are welcome to come along. These trips are a good option for novice anglers.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - Oct 15
    Price for up to 3 persons
    US $1,202
    This is the ultimate fishing trip around Lake Michigan. Get here for some hot fishing action and explore honey holes that hold Rainbow, Lake, and Brown Trout, as well as Chinook and Coho. The captain will supply the fishing gear, but you need to purchase the fishing license. Pack food and drinks, dress in layers, and bring a camera. This package is a good choice for anglers with some experience.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 72 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.5 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
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Evening tour

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip – Evening Trip on July 13, 2024
Captain Jim is a real Wisconsin character who’s been doing this for over 40 years. I felt we were in good hands. We...
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Jennifer W.
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Top Notch Captain & Mate - Caught Our Limit

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (10:30AM) on May 25, 2024
Highly recommend hiring this experienced fishing team.  We had a perfect experience & caught our limit of coho.  Jim & Troy...
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Excellent fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 18, 2024
Captain Dave and crew were courteous, professional and knew exactly where the fish were,  His 18 years of experience was evident...
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John S.
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7 fish afternoon trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (10:30AM) on September 4, 2024
Great trip with personable crew.  Good instructions on how to get the fish in for the inexperienced angler.  Would definitely...
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Great time fishing with friends and family.

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (10:30AM) on July 13, 2024
We had mostly newbies and the captain and mate provided everything to make our experience great and everyone caught fish. ...
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FAQs about Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters

Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $506 per group, additional US $21 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Evening Trip (3 hours)
  • US $654 per group, additional US $21 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip (10:30AM) (5 hours)
  • US $654 per group, additional US $21 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $654 per group, additional US $21 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,202 per group, additional US $42 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Lady-friendly
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn reels, Shakespeare rods)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate

Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Michigan)
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Meet the Captain

James Schlegel
Sheboygan, Wisconsin, United States
6 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
72 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since December 2017
Captain James Schlegel has been a Great Lakes licensed guide since 1984, and has fished out of the port of Sheboygan the entire time. He has been Sheboygan's premier guide for many years, leading all area guides in both fishing trips and fish harvest. In 2005, he guided a record 254 trips for the season, a feat no other licensed guide in the history of Wisconsin charter fishing has ever accomplished at that time. He is the only Wisconsin state guide to run more then 200 trips the past 18 seasons, and the only Coho Derby super tournament champion two consecutive years. Over the past several years, he has guided anglers to some of the largest fish caught out of Sheboygan waters. In addition to spending that much time on the water, he has maintained a perfect safety and conservation record. Captain Schlegel is an active member of the Sheboygan Area Great Lakes Sport Fisherman Club and currently serves as vice president, newsletter editor, and organizes several yearly club events.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
1992
Boat manufacturer
Luhrs
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 340HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Lake Michigan
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
Lady-friendly
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn reels, Shakespeare rods
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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
You Keep Catch
Disabled Accessible

Payment

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 5% charge will apply.

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