Charter Operator
Captain Hook Charters

Member since March 2017 St. Joseph, United States
Background
I was born into a family who fishes year-round for Salmon, Trout, and Perch on Lake Michigan. I got my degree in business from Ferris State University and have been running clients on fishing boats since I was 18 years old. I was successfully fishing my first professional tournament at 13 years old, and have been fishing professionally ever since. Since the beginning of my career, I have been blessed with the opportunity to meet and work hand in hand with some of the legendary inventors of our fishing techniques. I know what it takes for my clients to have a successful day on Lake Michigan and will always Captain my boats knowing that safety will always come first. At this point in my career I am enjoying meeting and helping teach the next generation of Lake Michigan and inland lake fisherman. I will continue to think outside of the box, and create wild and new ideas that will continue to revolutionize our industry. I look forward to creating you a memory that lasts forever FISH ON!!
Techniques
I troll for salmon and trout using down riggers, dipsey divers and my generation has invented and perfected the technique of using copper line and attaching it to side planers....this technique allows the angler to hone in on a certain depth and put more lines in the zone where the fish are targeted. It is not uncommon for me to run 15-20 fishing poles! For perch and walleye fishing, I Fish VERY aggressive. I like to jig and drift until i find the fish. When i leave the dock, i am looking to limit you out, however , i understand that it is called fishing and will take whatever we are blessed with. At the end of the day, you will go home with some of the Midwest’s best eating fish. Whether it’s a family fishing trip, a business trip or any other special event, put your trust in a Captain that has done his job continuously for decades and LOVES having fun and killing fish. Check out our Facebook pics and vids at SILVER BEACH FISHING and contact me today 269.338.3182 As always, FISH ON!

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St. Joseph, United States
Background
I was born into a family who fishes year-round for Salmon, Trout, and Perch on Lake Michigan. I got my degree in business from Ferris State University and have been running clients on fishing boats since I was 18 years old. I was successfully fishing my first professional tournament at 13 years old, and have been fishing professionally ever since. Since the beginning of my career, I have been blessed with the opportunity to meet and work hand in hand with some of the legendary inventors of our fishing techniques. I know what it takes for my clients to have a successful day on Lake Michigan and will always Captain my boats knowing that safety will always come first. At this point in my career I am enjoying meeting and helping teach the next generation of Lake Michigan and inland lake fisherman. I will continue to think outside of the box, and create wild and new ideas that will continue to revolutionize our industry. I look forward to creating you a memory that lasts forever FISH ON!!
Techniques
I troll for salmon and trout using down riggers, dipsey divers and my generation has invented and perfected the technique of using copper line and attaching it to side planers....this technique allows the angler to hone in on a certain depth and put more lines in the zone where the fish are targeted. It is not uncommon for me to run 15-20 fishing poles! For perch and walleye fishing, I Fish VERY aggressive. I like to jig and drift until i find the fish. When i leave the dock, i am looking to limit you out, however , i understand that it is called fishing and will take whatever we are blessed with. At the end of the day, you will go home with some of the Midwest’s best eating fish. Whether it’s a family fishing trip, a business trip or any other special event, put your trust in a Captain that has done his job continuously for decades and LOVES having fun and killing fish. Check out our Facebook pics and vids at SILVER BEACH FISHING and contact me today 269.338.3182 As always, FISH ON!
Our Team
Tammie E.
Captain

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(210 reviews)
St. Joseph
 2 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $550

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 210 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (320)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish
90%
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Cody L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a day!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip - Salmon/Trout on August 5, 2025
Caught our limit pretty early in the trip, which allowed us to enjoy more of the day doing other things than we anticipated....
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Robyn M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Capt Kyle and his crew are fantastic!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) โ€“ Salmon/Trout on July 8, 2025
I canโ€™t say enough good things about Capt Kyle and our trip! From beginning to end it was an awesome experience! The experience...
Robyn M. recommends Silver Beach Fishing Co
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Bryan H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

What a haul

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) โ€“ Salmon/Trout on June 28, 2025
Took my dad, uncle, nephew, and brother in law on this fishing trip to celebrate Fatherโ€™s Day. I had high expectations but...
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Brandon R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The best around!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip - Combo on August 10, 2025
Kyle and rob are awesome! They came highly recommended to us from someone who used them before and they lived up to and exceeded...
Brandon R. recommends Silver Beach Fishing Co
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Richard S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best fishing expedition ever!

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip - Salmon/Trout on August 8, 2025
Captain Kyle and his crew are true fishing professionals. Their full proof strategy for catching lots of fish proved 100% successful...
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