Clear Water Angling LLC

Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip

About Your Guide

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Owen Hentschel

Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quantity
I’ve been fishing since I was very young. I’ve grown up fishing grand traverse bay and know it like the back of my hand. When I’m not guiding I’m either fishing a tournament or scouting new areas for future trips. I’ve fished tournaments all over Michigan, made the state team the past 2 years in a row and gone on to fish regional tournaments. I decided to start guiding because I love being on the water and love teaching people to fish especially kids because we need to keep growing this sport.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Owen Hentschel

Owen Hentschel

Independent Guide
I’ve been fishing since I was very young. I’ve grown up fishing grand traverse bay and know it like the back of my hand. When I’m not guiding I’m either fishing a tournament or scouting new areas for future trips. I’ve fished tournaments all over Michigan, made the state team the past 2 years in a row and gone on to fish regional tournaments. I decided to start guiding because I love being on the water and love teaching people to fish especially kids because we need to keep growing this sport.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
7.65lb smallmouth
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steaks
What’s your favorite band?
Greta van fleet Scotty mcreery
What’s your favorite movie?
Don’t really have one

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
7.65lb smallmouth
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Steaks
What’s your favorite band?
Greta van fleet Scotty mcreery
What’s your favorite movie?
Don’t really have one
What’s your favorite sports team?
Don’t watch any
What’s your drink of choice?
Water
How did you get started guiding?
2020
What makes you different from other guides?
I’m young and feel very up to date with the latest fishing gear and electronics. I have been fishing the Great Lakes my whole life and feel I know them, specially Lake Michigan better than average. I spend more time on the water then the average person finding new areas on the Great Lakes
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Traverse City Smallmouth Bass Trip

NEW 1 - 4 People 4 - 6 Hours From $450
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip

About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

If you're looking for an unforgettable smallmouth bass fishing experience, Traverse City is the place to be and Captain Owen is the guide to take you. With guided trips on Grand Traverse Bay and the surrounding inland lakes, you will experience firsthand why this area is considered one of the best. whether you're visiting in the spring, summer, or fall, there's always an opportunity to catch! We have the experience and the equipment to put...

About Your Trip

If you're looking for an unforgettable smallmouth bass fishing experience, Traverse City is the place to be and Captain Owen is the guide to take you. With guided trips on Grand Traverse Bay and the surrounding inland lakes, you will experience firsthand why this area is considered one of the best. whether you're visiting in the spring, summer, or fall, there's always an opportunity to catch! We have the experience and the equipment to put you on the fish!
Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 5 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
Boat Type
Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Skeeter
Year Built
2023
Boat Length
21'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Skeeter
Year Built
2023
Boat Length
21'
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
Minn kota Ultrex, Minn Kota Raptors, 12” humminbird and lowrance graphs, garmin livescope
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Largemouth Bass
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Smallmouth Bass
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Great
Good
Not Ideal
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Topwater Fishing

Types of Fishing

Lake
Nearshore

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Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
Traverse city smallmouth bass trip
April 23rd, 2024
Traverse City, Michigan
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