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Jeff Bajtka
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Jeff Bajtka

Manistee, United States
10+ reviews
Guide Jeff has been fishing Lake Michigan for quite some time, and has developed a sense of where the fish are and how to catch them. He loves taking people out, and showing them the beauty of this big lake. The only thing he loves more is the look on people's faces when they reel in a big Salmon!

Charter

Rating

4.8
24 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

All reviews (24)

Showing 1 – 5 of 24 reviews
  • Gary Medows
    Gary Medows
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip

    1\2 DAY EVENING CHARTER • 3 adults • 1 child

    Jeff and Stacy was great. Very knowledgeable about the fishing. They were great with helping us catch the fish. I would recommend this trip to others and next time I have company we will contact this company again. Thank you.

  • Anthony Ell
    Anthony Ell
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing trip

    5 Hour Trip – June Special • 6 adults

    I have hired at least a dozen salmon charters, but this was by far the best experience I have had. Captain Jeff and his second were fantastic. From the time we got to the dock in the morning to the moment we got back, everything was outstanding. The communication before and after the trip was great. We caught plenty of fish, but even if we had not caught anything, I would recommend this trip.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Alita Kelly
    Alita Kelly
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Incredible Fish Charter

    5 Hour Trip – June Special • 6 adults

    We had a great time on this experience for fathers day. The boat was the perfect size for our family of 5. The lake was beautiful and our captain was attentive and we caught some beautiful lake trout. All of our questions were answered in a very kind, thorough way and we had a ton of fun. Would definitely go again!

    Reported catch:
    Lake Trout
  • Keely Sanders
    Keely Sanders
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day Trip with Captain Jeff

    5 Hour Trip • 6 adults

    We took the half day morning trip with Captain Jeff. Jeff is so personable and knowledgeable of the waters/fish/area. It was a great time - we caught a few different kinds of fish; it was a slow day for bites - but we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Jeff works hard to get his patrons on fish and make it a good trip. We will definitely be back and booking with Jeff! I couldn’t recommend the experience enough.

  • Bryan Breza
    Bryan Breza
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    5 hour trip • 4 adults

    We had a great time! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great salmon fishing experience!

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What's biting with Brownbear Sport Fishing Charters in Manistee

The rivers hold good numbers of Steelhead and the occasional Brown Trout in October, especially the Manistee River. Head to Lake Michigan before the season closes to target a variety of fish. 

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