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Jack Kowalski
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Jack Kowalski

Suttons Bay, United States
25+ reviews
I started fishing as a kid in the river that flowed behind our house. In 1992 I moved to northern lower Michigan and fell in love with fishing bass in Lake Michigan and connecting waters.

Charter

Rating

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

What anglers say

100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish

All reviews (33)

Showing 1 – 5 of 33 reviews
  • David Wilke
    David Wilke
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
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    Member since 2024
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    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day fishing for Michigan smallmouth

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    Had a great experience fishing with captain Jack. Put us on some nice smallies first 10 minutes. Caught several quality fish , including a 5.6 lb which my son was stoked . Always a great day to be on the lake, even better when you have a good guide.Watch out for those chatter baits they’re money!

    Response from Captain

    It was a great trip. I have a chatterbait combo all setup for next time! thank you!

  • Susan Loucks
    Susan Loucks
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2023
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    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day Trip • 2 adults • 1 child
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the review! great pics

  • Adam Bauerly
    Adam Bauerly
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    Half Day Trip • 3 adults
    Reported catch:
    Smallmouth Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for coming out fishing today. The calm before the waves for sure in that pic.

  • Michael Mulvaney
    Michael Mulvaney
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
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    Member since 2024
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent experience !!

    Full Day Trip • 2 adults

    Our experience with Captain Jack was top notch! The trip was for my 13 year old son and I, and it was our first time on Traverse Bay. We came away with a fish just under 5 lbs and several more in the 3lbs range. We fished every type of terrain the bay had to offer from shallow rock fields, to depth line transitions to submerged points in 20 plus feet, coming away with fish at each. We had a great day with guide knowledgeable about the fishery, the history of the area, and who is truly excited to share his experience with you. We will definitely be back again next year!

    Reported catch:
    Smallmouth Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the review, had a great couple days.

  • Dustin Lakies
    Dustin Lakies
    us
    Michigan, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time

    Half Day Trip • 3 adults • 2 children

    Had a great father son fishing trip with Captain Jack. Bite was slow but he did everything he could to get us on fish. We were able to put some nice smallmouths in the boat. Captain is a lot of fun and we really enjoyed our time on the water with him. We look forward to coming back and fishing with Captain Jack. Highly recommend

    Reported catch:
    Smallmouth Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the review, I had a great day fishing with you and your boys.

Real catches shared by our community

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    July fishing trip
    Susan .
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  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersSuttons Bay, MI
    Great day fishing for Michigan smallmouth
    David W.
    David W.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersSuttons Bay, MI
    June fishing trip
    Adam B.
    Adam B.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersSuttons Bay, MI
    Great time
    Dustin L.
    Dustin L.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersGlen Arbor, MI
    Fun smallmouth fishing
    Jon C.
    Jon C.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersSuttons Bay, MI
    Above and beyond fishing experience
    Zachary U.
    Zachary U.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersGlen Arbor, MI
    Great trip!
    Teresa K.
    Teresa K.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersGlen Arbor, MI
    Fun day of fishing
    Joe K.
    Joe K.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersGlen Arbor, MI
    Awesome Guide!
    Allen B.
    Allen B.
  • All Jack'd Up Charters
    All Jack'd Up ChartersGlen Arbor, MI
    Great with kids, perfect bass fishing charter.
    Adrian V.
    Adrian V.

Fishing reports

An angler proudly displaying a large Smallmouth Bass while fishing on a clear lake.

Fishing is awesome!!

Jun 9, 2026 • Suttons Bay
Fishing is great and will only get better the next couple weeks. Fish are moving up to spawn and cruising the shallows. Best time if year to get a trophy!
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A proud angler holding a large Largemouth Bass while fishing in clear waters, showcasing a successful day on the boat.

Trophy Time!

Jun 3, 2026 • Suttons Bay
If you have every wanted to catch a trophy smallmouth now is the time. Water has moved into the 50s and fish are pushing shallow to get ready to spawn. There’s nothing like watching hundreds of fish cruising the shallow!
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Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while on a fishing trip, showcasing the beautiful water backdrop.

It’s finally warm!

May 26, 2026 • Suttons Bay
Fishing is turning on in the bays and will only get better with the warmer temperatures. Right now is the best time to catch your trophy smallmouth! Fish are moving up to start the spawn and they are aggressive.
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Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a clear day in a scenic waterway.

Cold water BIG fish

May 26, 2025 • Suttons Bay
Fished Monday and Tuesday water was still in the 40s but we found some excellent Smallmouth, biggest was a monster 6.9# with our 5 biggest going 24.11. Fishing is going this continue to get better as more fish move up to get ready for the spawn.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a clear day, showcasing the vibrant blue water and sunny skies.

Spring is here!

May 15, 2025 • Suttons Bay
Fishing was starting to kick in on West Bay prior to this week's cold and rainy weather. Fish started moving shallow when the sun was up and warming the water, caught one over 5# and four over 4# with numerous fish in the #3 class on my first trip to the bay. Water is extremely clear this spring and with the coldest part of the week over, fishing will kick back in full speed. I have prime dates in June available, with big pre-spawn fish cruising the flats.
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A young angler proudly displaying a smallmouth bass while wearing a life jacket, accompanied by an adult on a fishing trip.

End of June fishing

Jul 29, 2024 • Suttons Bay
Finish June strong with lots if nice fish and some rough water.
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