Charter Operator
Big Kahuna Charters

Member since May 2019 Williamsburg, United States
Background
A native of the Traverse City area, Captain Sonny has been fishing since he was a young lad, and acquired his Captains License in 1986. A true outdoorsman, Captain Sonny has a profound respect for nature, wildlife and all that it has to offer. As a long time business owner in auto body restoration, Captain Sonny fully retired in 2006. He enjoys his retirement doing what he enjoys most; Fishing, Hunting, & spending time with family. Captain Sonny has welcomed anglers, both young and old, aboard Pisces and Big Kahuna for many years. He has established a long list of repeat fishing clients, many from as far away as California, the Eastern States & Midwest. A legend in his own right, a successful fisherman/outdoorsman comes with years of experience, knowledge, story telling and Humor. Captain Sonny certainly has filled the requirements and then some. It’s no wonder we have repeat customers year after year, requesting Captain Sonny and his Mate, Colton, as their crew.
Techniques
They change daily! No two days of "catching" are the same.

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Williamsburg, United States
Background
A native of the Traverse City area, Captain Sonny has been fishing since he was a young lad, and acquired his Captains License in 1986. A true outdoorsman, Captain Sonny has a profound respect for nature, wildlife and all that it has to offer. As a long time business owner in auto body restoration, Captain Sonny fully retired in 2006. He enjoys his retirement doing what he enjoys most; Fishing, Hunting, & spending time with family. Captain Sonny has welcomed anglers, both young and old, aboard Pisces and Big Kahuna for many years. He has established a long list of repeat fishing clients, many from as far away as California, the Eastern States & Midwest. A legend in his own right, a successful fisherman/outdoorsman comes with years of experience, knowledge, story telling and Humor. Captain Sonny certainly has filled the requirements and then some. It’s no wonder we have repeat customers year after year, requesting Captain Sonny and his Mate, Colton, as their crew.
Techniques
They change daily! No two days of "catching" are the same.
Our Team
Hunter A.
Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(125 reviews)
Williamsburg
 7 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $590

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 125 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Bach party charter trip
Fishing with Hunter
Fishing with Hunter
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Christopher S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great fishing trip with my boys

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 8, 2025
Took my two (adult) sons on a 4 hour morning chatter and we had a blast! Captain Hunter and First mate Kaden worked their tails...
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Ethan M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Bach party charter trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (Evening) on August 2, 2025
Had a great time with great friends. The crew treated us like friends going out on a trip. Knowledgeable and very respectful....
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Gary R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Dadโ€™s birthday trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on July 25, 2025
Repeat trip for Dads 80 th bday tough bite for Captain Hunter & Caden to work with but they did we all caught Lake trout...
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Jason L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fish on!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on May 28, 2025
From the beginning to the end, this charter was great! The communication with Rachel was super responsive and appreciated,...
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Ashley S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Super fun

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on July 21, 2025
Had a great time and caught a lot of fish. The crew did an amazing job and made sure we were taken care of.
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