Rippin Drag Charters - Lake Michigan Trip 

​From the second we stepped onboard until the moment we docked, this trip was an absolute blast! As first-timers with kids in tow, we weren't sure what to expect, but the crew completely had our backs. They showed us the ropes and gave us the ultimate tips and tricks for reeling in the big ones—which was a lifesaver when our arms felt like they were going to fall off! (Especially for the kids, who managed to pull in a massive 15-17 lb catch!). ​The crew was phenomenal: super knowledgeable, funny and entertaining, and by the end of the day, it felt like we’d been friends for years. Hands down the highlight of our vacation and a memory we’ll cherish forever. Plus, we walked away with nearly 100 lbs of beautiful, delicious salmon and trout. Highly, highly recommend!

Derrick and his wife were amazing. best charter ive been on. I asked to catch my pb salmon and they didn’t disappoint. i caught a 15 lber then a 17lb and got my 20.1 lber. Already booked another trip woth them for november. Highly recommend this charter great people and they care about you and your experience not out just for moneyz

me and a buddy got the most salmon and trout we have ever got. He caught his first salmon and trout and we had a really great morning.the captain and first mate knew exactly what to do to put you on fish and were great nice people. It was better than we expected. The enclosed cab was nice to have also.

So impressed!!! Capt. Derek and Karla were nothing but personable and professional. Took my 14yo son for the first time on a trip. They included him on everything they were doing from a fishing stand point and also took interest in what he was outside of the trip (sports, school, life). We got out to the lake and they got us on fish. Pulling out all the tricks they have learned on the way worked. Karla called out a fish chasing us and got him hooked which was impressive ( sorry Derek). Loved the pure chaos of multiple fish on. Also, they let father-son teamwork land a fish which made dad happy (Salmon Shuffle). We brought lots of meat home!! We will be booking Walleye trip on the Detroit River and will be pushing my wife for another Manistee vacation next year to go out again!!!

it was a good trip out. I enjoyed the conversations and the boat was awesome. it was so comfortable that I fell asleep between bites. the crew were top notch. they worked hard at getting the fish to bite. they have the knowledge and technology to find them. I'd recommend this charter to anyone. I look forward to next time. Thanks!

Derrick and his wife run a slick operation and were well prepared for the trip. Very knowledgeable, up to date boat and gear. They knew where to go and how to catch fish. Highly recommend them. Note, this is a small/medium size boat. Great for 2-3 people fishing,

Feeling the hit, setting the hook, and fighting the fish and current made an excellent experience for us all. Captain and crew were a pleasure to chat with and fish with. I shall definitely charter with them again.

We had a good experience! Very friendly and we even signed up last minute ! Kid friendly, our 8yr old got to reel a salmon in! It is early but watching the sun come up was neat too! Thank again!