Captain
Tyler Smith

Member since July 2022 Elk Rapids, United States
Background
Captain Tyler Smith here and I am a Northern Michigan native. With a river running through my back yard, I basically learned how to walk, talk, and fish at the same time. This childhood hobby later became a way to have income while attending college. I worked as a first mate for another charter here in Traverse City during the summer months, but it was time to venture out and start a charter business of my own. I started out here on Grand Traverse Bay running charters during the warmer months with success, but a few people have been asking about ice fishing as well. I'm happy to say that we can now offer fishing trips year round here in Northern Michigan! Let's go fishing and make a life long memorable experience with your friends and family!

Hey, I'm Captain Tyler Smith

Elk Rapids, United States
Background
Captain Tyler Smith here and I am a Northern Michigan native. With a river running through my back yard, I basically learned how to walk, talk, and fish at the same time. This childhood hobby later became a way to have income while attending college. I worked as a first mate for another charter here in Traverse City during the summer months, but it was time to venture out and start a charter business of my own. I started out here on Grand Traverse Bay running charters during the warmer months with success, but a few people have been asking about ice fishing as well. I'm happy to say that we can now offer fishing trips year round here in Northern Michigan! Let's go fishing and make a life long memorable experience with your friends and family!

My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(190 reviews)
Elk Rapids
 Last booking: 17 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 190 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (300)
Great Fishing Trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Stephen M.
Grand Rapids, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day

VERIFIED   Grand Traverse Bay (7 A.M.) on August 26, 2022
Good time being able to jig for lake trout and ciscos.
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Jeff B.
Hope, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half day trip with captain Tyler

VERIFIED   Grand Traverse Bay (7 A.M.) on August 19, 2022
Awesome trip caught lake trout and salmon Had a great time!
Jeff B. recommends Pure Angling โ€“ Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
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Lucas P.
Owosso, MI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Limiting out with captain Tyler!

VERIFIED   Grand Traverse Bay (7 A.M.) on November 12, 2022
Lucas P. recommends Pure Angling โ€“ Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
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Lisa A.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Tyler

VERIFIED   Grand Traverse Bay (3:30 P.M.) on October 21, 2022
Lisa A. recommends Pure Angling โ€“ Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
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Larry A.
Frankfort, KY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Time

VERIFIED   6 AM - Trolling, GT Bay on October 4, 2022
Nice trip
Larry A. recommends Pure Angling โ€“ Lake Trout, Salmon (Troll/Jig)
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