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April/May is prime for fishing in Kenosha. But we did better than expected in September.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
April/May is prime for fishing in Kenosha. But we did better than expected in September.
High Life Sport Fishing Charters
High Life Sport Fishing Charters
As Shawn described it, spring is faster action but fall brings bigger fish and more variety of species. We found that to be true.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
As Shawn described it, spring is faster action but fall brings bigger fish and more variety of species. We found that to be true.
Breezy 1 Sportfishing
Breezy 1 Sportfishing
We actually changed and went out of Kenosha, WI. and Iโ€™m glad we did. We stayed a night in Kenosha and the food was great (not expensive) we stayed at The Stella 5 minutes from the docks and the rooms were really nice. It was my first time out Kenosha and Iโ€™m glad we changed marinas because the fish were biting better in that part of the water than near Winthrop Harbor or so said the reports.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We actually changed and went out of Kenosha, WI. and Iโ€™m glad we did. We stayed a night in Kenosha and the food was great (not expensive) we stayed at The Stella 5 minutes from the docks and the rooms were really nice. It was my first time out Kenosha and Iโ€™m glad we changed marinas because the fish were biting better in that part of the water than near Winthrop Harbor or so said the reports.
Twenty Four VII Charters
Twenty Four VII Charters
Take the early morning fishing trip. Fish are hungrier in am. Bring water and snacks. Enjoyed being in Waukegan!
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Take the early morning fishing trip. Fish are hungrier in am. Bring water and snacks. Enjoyed being in Waukegan!
Long Gone 3 Charters
Long Gone 3 Charters
Watch the great lakes fishing reports on what time of day is best, and how the water temperatures and conditions are. We booked knowing they hadn't been biting much in a few days and that it was not an ideal time of day, but was what worked for our group. We could have easily tripled our catch by waiting a few days and doubled it by going early in the morning. Captain Steve taught us a lot, and we will be more experienced anglers next year.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Watch the great lakes fishing reports on what time of day is best, and how the water temperatures and conditions are. We booked knowing they hadn't been biting much in a few days and that it was not an ideal time of day, but was what worked for our group. We could have easily tripled our catch by waiting a few days and doubled it by going early in the morning. Captain Steve taught us a lot, and we will be more experienced anglers next year.
Hunters Charters
Hunters Charters
Be prepared for any type of weather and rough waters and wear pants because of the flies biting.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared for any type of weather and rough waters and wear pants because of the flies biting.
North Fork Sportfishing
North Fork Sportfishing
We had an afternoon trip and had low expectations. We caught 18 fish between the 6 of us. This exceeded my expectations!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had an afternoon trip and had low expectations. We caught 18 fish between the 6 of us. This exceeded my expectations!
Breezy 1 Sportfishing
Breezy 1 Sportfishing
Listen to the captain on the proper way to reel in your catch and have him show you the proper technique!!! Also, be ready to get a workout, cause you're going to use muscles in your body you forgot you had to bring in your catch!!!! You'll have a great time!!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to the captain on the proper way to reel in your catch and have him show you the proper technique!!! Also, be ready to get a workout, cause you're going to use muscles in your body you forgot you had to bring in your catch!!!! You'll have a great time!!!!
Top Dog Charters
Top Dog Charters
If the Captain gives you an option to leave early, do it. The early morning bite was hot.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If the Captain gives you an option to leave early, do it. The early morning bite was hot.
Finquest Sportfishing
Finquest Sportfishing
Unbelievable fishery! Been fishing it for 30+ years decided to hire a guide best decision ever!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Unbelievable fishery! Been fishing it for 30+ years decided to hire a guide best decision ever!!!
RBM Fishing Charters LLC
RBM Fishing Charters LLC
Be on time to the dock because that timing makes a difference on the amount of fish you potentially can catch.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be on time to the dock because that timing makes a difference on the amount of fish you potentially can catch.
Massive Confusion Charters
Massive Confusion Charters
Leave it to Tim over on the Finnquest that man will bring you to the fish and the fish like what heโ€™s got.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Leave it to Tim over on the Finnquest that man will bring you to the fish and the fish like what heโ€™s got.
Finquest Sportfishing
Finquest Sportfishing
If the weather is calling for rain make sure that you bring some rain gear!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If the weather is calling for rain make sure that you bring some rain gear!
Musky & Pike Dreamers โ€“ย Lake Geneva
Musky & Pike Dreamers โ€“ย Lake Geneva
Long pants might not be a bad idea as there may be some annoying flies landing on you if there is no wind and you are close to shore.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Long pants might not be a bad idea as there may be some annoying flies landing on you if there is no wind and you are close to shore.
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
Go with a quality charter. Fishing can get tough in mid June as the water temperature starts to increase.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go with a quality charter. Fishing can get tough in mid June as the water temperature starts to increase.
Top Dog Charters
Top Dog Charters
If youโ€™re fishing this area, plan for morning or evening if you want the best bite. Afternoon is always less predictable.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If youโ€™re fishing this area, plan for morning or evening if you want the best bite. Afternoon is always less predictable.
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
Our first trip which we started at 10am. Now that we know what to expect, our next booking will be an early morning time slot.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Our first trip which we started at 10am. Now that we know what to expect, our next booking will be an early morning time slot.
Xtasea IV Charters
Xtasea IV Charters
Make sure you put bug spray, sunscreen before you get in the boat! We learned that the smell of it can deter fish as they are very sensitive to scents Who knew! Also highly recommend a jacket or sweater, while the sun was out not too bad but the breeze was chilly!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you put bug spray, sunscreen before you get in the boat! We learned that the smell of it can deter fish as they are very sensitive to scents Who knew! Also highly recommend a jacket or sweater, while the sun was out not too bad but the breeze was chilly!
Top Dog Charters
Top Dog Charters
Get to fishing grounds as early as possible. No hits during final 2 hours of 6 hour charter that departed at 5:00 am
Very good
3.7 / 5
Get to fishing grounds as early as possible. No hits during final 2 hours of 6 hour charter that departed at 5:00 am
Finquest Sportfishing
Finquest Sportfishing
Go with the best. It is so worth having an experienced Captain,great equipment, and good weather don't hurt either.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go with the best. It is so worth having an experienced Captain,great equipment, and good weather don't hurt either.
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot
Jawz-on Charter Services 36 foot