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William Forrest
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William Forrest

East Chicago, United States
10+ reviews
My passion for fishing started with my dad at the age of 7. For most of my childhood and teenage years, I fished inland lakes competing with my dad. As time passed, the need for a challenge and something new was in the works. I started salmon fishing with a friend. My first ever salmon was a 18 pound king salmon out of East Chicago. From that moment on, I was hooked. I could not get enough or learn fast enough. For the next 5 years, I fished with friends and family, while going to almost every salmon seminar I could find in the area. In 2016 I fished my first tournament and we ended up winning. For the next six years, I fished many tournaments. We were very successful and became known around the southern end of Lake Michigan. In the late spring of 2023 I decided it was time to share my passion and skills with others. The excitement I get from watching others fight the biggest fish of their lives is like no other. I hope to see you on the water soon.
Dave V.
Dave V.
First mate
Ernie A.
Ernie A.
First mate
Andrew B.
Andrew B.
First mate

Charter

Rating

5.0
17 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (17)

Showing 1 – 5 of 17 reviews
  • David Evans
    David Evans
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    limited out

    7 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) • 2 adults

    Captian Bill knows the area and the setup needed extremely well. We left the marina right on time and he brought us directly to where the fish were. We could not get all of the lines out before we were catching fish. Dave the first mate was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. They were able to help my father and myself limit out on lake trout and Coho. I will be planning another trip to visit Bill next year.

    Reported catch:
    Lake Trout
    Chinook Salmon
  • Joel Diaz
    Joel Diaz
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great fishing trip.

    7 Hour Trip – Offshore (PM) • 5 adults

    Been on several charters and this one was the most successful one as far as cathing fish. Capt. William made sure we were not leaving until catching our limit. Definitely will schedule a second trip.

    Reported catch:
    Lake Trout
    Chinook Salmon
  • Sean Walker
    Sean Walker
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent day!

    5 Hour Trip – Early Spring (AM) • 4 adults

    Great day of fishing!

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
  • Tom Rawlings
    Tom Rawlings
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with William

    7 Hour Trip – Offshore (PM) • 2 adults
  • Alton Price
    Alton Price
    us
    Mississippi, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    April fishing trip

    5 Hour Trip – Early Spring (AM) • 3 adults

Fishing reports

A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Lake Trout on a catch board at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip with Angry Pirate Fishing Charters.

7-6-25

Jul 7, 2025 • East Chicago
Offshore morning trip
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Group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple fish on a catch board at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip with Angry Pirate Fishing Charters.

Limit catch of coho salmon

Mar 22, 2025 • East Chicago
Great near shore fishing, these trips are great for first timers.
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple fish on a catch board at the marina, showcasing a successful day with Angry Pirate Fishing Charters.

The season has started.

Mar 10, 2025 • East Chicago
First trip of the year was a success.
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