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What anglers said about fishing in Michigan

To book a trip with shore to shore and captain Chris he is very knowledgeable and experienced captain and you will have a great experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
To book a trip with shore to shore and captain Chris he is very knowledgeable and experienced captain and you will have a great experience
Shore 2 Shore
Shore 2 Shore
Its the off-season for local businesses in the area , but the Salmon fishing is prime in the bays.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Its the off-season for local businesses in the area , but the Salmon fishing is prime in the bays.
Daydreamer Fishing Charters
Daydreamer Fishing Charters
2 years in a row fishing in Manistee the week of Labor Day. Salmon just started to run into the river. Great small town atmosphere.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
2 years in a row fishing in Manistee the week of Labor Day. Salmon just started to run into the river. Great small town atmosphere.
Elsie K Charters – Lake Michigan
Elsie K Charters – Lake Michigan
Salmon have not yet started their run, but I caught one anyway due to Brad’s expertise. I cannot recommend him highly enough. He knows the Manistee, where the fish are, where the snags are, was so nice to fish with for my daughter and me. Best guide I’ve ever had on a Michigan river, and I’ve been coming up here for years.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Salmon have not yet started their run, but I caught one anyway due to Brad’s expertise. I cannot recommend him highly enough. He knows the Manistee, where the fish are, where the snags are, was so nice to fish with for my daughter and me. Best guide I’ve ever had on a Michigan river, and I’ve been coming up here for years.
Manistee River Fishing Company
Manistee River Fishing Company
There's not much to say, really. The captains are all great and they will take care of you. Do bring some snacks and drinks along, though.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
There's not much to say, really. The captains are all great and they will take care of you. Do bring some snacks and drinks along, though.
Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters
Fast Times Sport Fishing Charters
When the chartered trip is done for the days bring waders for river fishing and fishing gear for that.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
When the chartered trip is done for the days bring waders for river fishing and fishing gear for that.
Bent Dreams Sportfishing
Bent Dreams Sportfishing
Easy access to the marina fromthe expressway, easy to find the charter boat and fishing spots not far off from the marina.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Easy access to the marina fromthe expressway, easy to find the charter boat and fishing spots not far off from the marina.
Windrift Sport Fishing
Windrift Sport Fishing
we had several times when two were catching fish at the same time and they crew knew exactly what to do.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
we had several times when two were catching fish at the same time and they crew knew exactly what to do.
True Blue Charters
True Blue Charters
My first time in Traverse City, and I was only there for one night. Beautiful town, lots to see besides going fishing. Hotels are expensive, so be prepared to pay more than you expect. Totally worth it though if you book with J. Young Outdoors for your fishing trip. Jordan's the best!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
My first time in Traverse City, and I was only there for one night. Beautiful town, lots to see besides going fishing. Hotels are expensive, so be prepared to pay more than you expect. Totally worth it though if you book with J. Young Outdoors for your fishing trip. Jordan's the best!
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
J. Young Outdoors- Reel Livin'
Research the different types of fish found in the waters you’re fishing during the specific time of year you’re fishing. The Captain will know all this, but the more you know ahead of time, the more you can learn while out on the trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Research the different types of fish found in the waters you’re fishing during the specific time of year you’re fishing. The Captain will know all this, but the more you know ahead of time, the more you can learn while out on the trip.
ReelMaster Charters
ReelMaster Charters
You need a knowledgable and patient captain to put you on fish at the end of August but there are some solid fish out there to get.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
You need a knowledgable and patient captain to put you on fish at the end of August but there are some solid fish out there to get.
Lured Inn Charters
Lured Inn Charters
Don’t be afraid to book a catch and release trip. Memories and photos of your trip can last a lifetime- the filets may only last for a meal. :)
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Don’t be afraid to book a catch and release trip. Memories and photos of your trip can last a lifetime- the filets may only last for a meal. :)
MQT Adventures
MQT Adventures
Bring a cooler to take your fish with you. Carlson’s was so easy and convenient with cleaning and bagging our fish after our day on the water.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a cooler to take your fish with you. Carlson’s was so easy and convenient with cleaning and bagging our fish after our day on the water.
Mariah Charters
Mariah Charters
Set your expectations-Mike wants to catch fish more than anyone-but it’s called fishing-not catching. Just look to enjoy the day and hopefully you catch a nice bag
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Set your expectations-Mike wants to catch fish more than anyone-but it’s called fishing-not catching. Just look to enjoy the day and hopefully you catch a nice bag
Offshore A-count Sportfishing LLC – Manistee
Offshore A-count Sportfishing LLC – Manistee
Have fun, the Capt. can get you to the fish but can't make them bite. He will do everything he can to help. I would do it all again just as soon as my arm rests up from reeling in 2 big ones. The fun we had will last a lifetime.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Have fun, the Capt. can get you to the fish but can't make them bite. He will do everything he can to help. I would do it all again just as soon as my arm rests up from reeling in 2 big ones. The fun we had will last a lifetime.
Silver Beach Fishing Co
Silver Beach Fishing Co
- In bringing snacks, stay away from anything banana related; it’s seen as bad luck! - Wear layers as the day can start cool, then get warm. - If you’ve not done salmon fishing, listen to the captain’s instructions! They want you to be great at this! :) - Remember to soak it all in. Catching the fish is great! But so is being on Lake Michigan seeing a sunrise (or sunset), being with friends and/or family in the adventure, and just enjoying the time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
- In bringing snacks, stay away from anything banana related; it’s seen as bad luck! - Wear layers as the day can start cool, then get warm. - If you’ve not done salmon fishing, listen to the captain’s instructions! They want you to be great at this! :) - Remember to soak it all in. Catching the fish is great! But so is being on Lake Michigan seeing a sunrise (or sunset), being with friends and/or family in the adventure, and just enjoying the time.
The Fish Fly Charter – Ludington
The Fish Fly Charter – Ludington
It can be HOT weather! Try to keep it simple. Have fun! If you can take a kid with you!
Excellent
4.3 / 5
It can be HOT weather! Try to keep it simple. Have fun! If you can take a kid with you!
Powderhorn Sportfishing 33'
Powderhorn Sportfishing 33'
Mid Aug is the end of the season. Target later July to mid Aug. This year’s season was really good.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Mid Aug is the end of the season. Target later July to mid Aug. This year’s season was really good.
Maykin Baykin Charters
Maykin Baykin Charters
Make sure to get the three hour for a better chance of catching something big!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure to get the three hour for a better chance of catching something big!
FishGH – Kingpin
FishGH – Kingpin
The Captain recommended we go out an hour later to catch more fish in the dark, and he was certainly right about that. Once the sun went down, the fish started biting. And we got to see the most beautiful sunset on the boat, which I will never forget.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The Captain recommended we go out an hour later to catch more fish in the dark, and he was certainly right about that. Once the sun went down, the fish started biting. And we got to see the most beautiful sunset on the boat, which I will never forget.
Powderhorn Sportfishing
Powderhorn Sportfishing