Captain
Chris Machiela

Member since December 2025 Grand Haven, United States
Background
Meet Captain Chris Machiela, an avid angler whose love for fishing began in childhood. Raised in Holland, MI, he has spent countless hours on the water, whether reeling in catches during warm summers or navigating through the ice for winter fishing adventures. With years of experience under his belt, Captain Chris is passionate about guiding newcomers to the joy of fishing. There's nothing quite like the exhilaration of catching your first fish, and he can't wait to share that unforgettable experience with you. Join me and discover the thrill of the catch, the beauty of nature, and the camaraderie that comes with fishing. Let's make some memories on the water!
Techniques
Trolling

Hey, I'm Captain Chris Machiela

Grand Haven, United States
Background
Meet Captain Chris Machiela, an avid angler whose love for fishing began in childhood. Raised in Holland, MI, he has spent countless hours on the water, whether reeling in catches during warm summers or navigating through the ice for winter fishing adventures. With years of experience under his belt, Captain Chris is passionate about guiding newcomers to the joy of fishing. There's nothing quite like the exhilaration of catching your first fish, and he can't wait to share that unforgettable experience with you. Join me and discover the thrill of the catch, the beauty of nature, and the camaraderie that comes with fishing. Let's make some memories on the water!
Techniques
Trolling
7
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Tripp N Hooks Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(7 reviews)
Grand Haven
 3 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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best charter ever caught some big fish highly recomend 10\/10 trip
best charter ever caught some big fish highly recomend 10\/10 trip
best charter ever caught some big fish highly recomend 10\/10 trip
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Anglers claimed
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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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Herb G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A MUST do event.

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip AM on May 22, 2026
I was very pleased with my choice of selecting Tripp and Hooks for my sons first charter fishing trip. In my sons own words...
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Alicia A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best charter ever caught some big fish highly recomend 10/10 trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 12, 2026
Captain Chris and first mate Tyler ensured we enjoyed our time and our kids caught fish.They were both very pleasant, we highly...
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Dean O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Time

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 21, 2026
Awesome time. Great crew, they were able to get us some nice trout and salmon.
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Roberto V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time.

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 3, 2026
great experience. highly recommend.
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Laura M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Chris

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (PM) on July 6, 2026
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