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Ethan Pilarski

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Captain
Ethan Pilarski

Member since June 2025 Traverse City, United States

Background: Born and raised in Traverse City, I’ve spent over 15 years fishing the beautiful Grand Traverse Bays. My passion is chasing the incredible fish our waters are known for — especially hard-fighting King Salmon, along with Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Cisco. I love taking anglers of all skill levels out on the water and sharing what makes this fishery so special. Let’s fish!

Hey, I'm Captain Ethan Pilarski

Traverse City, United States

Background: Born and raised in Traverse City, I’ve spent over 15 years fishing the beautiful Grand Traverse Bays. My passion is chasing the incredible fish our waters are known for — especially hard-fighting King Salmon, along with Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Cisco. I love taking anglers of all skill levels out on the water and sharing what makes this fishery so special. Let’s fish!

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My Charter Listing

NoMi Fishing Charters

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Traverse City • 20 ft • 4 persons

Last booking: 2 days ago

Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 15 reviews

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Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

5.0 / 5

Photos & videos by reviewers (27)

$Epic Salmon & Trout Adventure in East Bay \u2013 A Must-Do in Traverse City!$

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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Michael B.

Novi, Michigan

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great morning trip with Ethan

NEW Half Day Trip (AM) on August 3, 2025

Michael B.

Novi, Michigan

5.0 / 5

Aug 3, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Had an amazing morning with Ethan at NoMi Fishing Charters. He put us on a massive salmon right away, kept the trip fun with great conversation, and snuck in a massive laker to finish out the trip. Overall a great trip and would highly recommend!

Had an amazing morning with Ethan at NoMi Fishing Charters. He put us on a massive salmon right away, kept the trip fun with...

Michael B. recommends NoMi Fishing Charters

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Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks, Michael! That was an epic morning. Glad you had a great time, and I appreciate the recommendation!

Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks, Michael! That was an epic morning. Glad you had a great time, and I appreciate the recommendation!

Captain replied

Cole W.

Traverse City, Michigan

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Half day trip with Captain Ethan

NEW Half Day Trip (AM) on August 10, 2025

Cole W.

Traverse City, Michigan

5.0 / 5

Aug 10, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Half day trip with Captain Ethan

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Ethan is very knowledgeable and is great at what he does! He takes the extra time to explain if you are curious with questions. Gets you moving quick and hooks up into the best fish that Michigan has to offer!

Ethan is very knowledgeable and is great at what he does! He takes the extra time to explain if you are curious with questions....

Cole W. recommends NoMi Fishing Charters

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Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the trip and the fishing—can’t wait to get you back out on the water!

Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the trip and the fishing—can’t wait to get you back out on the water!

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Derek B.

Traverse City, Michigan

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Charter Fishing Trip With Captain Pilarski!

NEW Half Day Trip (AM) on August 6, 2025

Derek B.

Traverse City, Michigan

5.0 / 5

Aug 6, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Charter Fishing Trip With Captain Pilarski!

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We had a great fishing day in Frankfort Michigan. Captain Pilarski was great to work with and put us on the fish right away!

Derek B. recommends NoMi Fishing Charters

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Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks for joining me in Frankfort! Glad we got you on the fish so quickly, hope to see you back out for another great day soon!

Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks for joining me in Frankfort! Glad we got you on the fish so quickly, hope to see you back out for another great day soon!

Captain replied

Angelo G.

Schaumburg, Illinois

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great day on the water with NoMi Fishing Charters!

Half Day Trip (AM) on June 7, 2025

Angelo G.

Schaumburg, Illinois

5.0 / 5

Jun 7, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great day on the water with NoMi Fishing Charters!

Every time I go out with Captain Ethan, I am never disappointed! We always have a great time filled with lots of laughs and obviously getting on fish. He is super knowledgeable and helpful for all levels of fishing. Can’t wait to book our next adventure on the water!

Every time I go out with Captain Ethan, I am never disappointed! We always have a great time filled with lots of laughs and...

Angelo G. recommends NoMi Fishing Charters

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Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks so much! It’s always a blast having you out—lots of laughs and plenty of fish every time. Can’t wait for our next adventure together!

Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks so much! It’s always a blast having you out—lots of laughs and plenty of fish every time. Can’t wait for our next adventure together!

Captain replied

Matt P.

Herriman, Utah

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Early Spring Trip and a Summertime Trip

Half Day Trip (AM) on August 15, 2018

Matt P.

Herriman, Utah

5.0 / 5

Aug 15, 2018

Half Day Trip (AM)

Early Spring Trip and a Summertime Trip

I have had the pleasure of fishing with Captain Ethan aka “Captain Ski” on a multitude of trips, the photos above have been the most memorable. The Musky and Laker were caught early spring while casting a drop off in east bay. The two salmon were also caught on east bay but during my summertime trips with Ethan. I always fished mornings with him and the coffee, conversations and fish were plentiful. Thank you for the memories Ski. Fish on!

I have had the pleasure of fishing with Captain Ethan aka “Captain Ski” on a multitude of trips, the photos above have...

Matt P. recommends NoMi Fishing Charters

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Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

Thanks so much for the kind words! We’ve had some truly great times out on the water with plenty of amazing fish caught along the way. I really appreciate sharing those moments with you and can’t wait for many more unforgettable adventures ahead. Here’s to more great fishing and good times!

Ethan Pilarski (The Captain)

Replied on August 12, 2025

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Ethan Pilarski

Hey, I'm Captain Ethan Pilarski

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NoMi Fishing Charters

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Great morning trip with Ethan

Great morning trip with Ethan

Half day trip with Captain Ethan

Half day trip with Captain Ethan

Charter Fishing Trip With Captain Pilarski!

Charter Fishing Trip With Captain Pilarski!

Great day on the water with NoMi Fishing Charters!

Great day on the water with NoMi Fishing Charters!

Early Spring Trip and a Summertime Trip

Early Spring Trip and a Summertime Trip

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