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Frank Grider

Independent Guide 30 years of exp.
Laid-back
Instructional
Comfortable
Beginner Oriented
Talkative
Quality
Captain Frank has spent his whole life fishing Lake Michigan—and it shows. Based out of Kenosha, WI and Winthrop Harbor, IL, he runs charters seven days a week from April through October, putting anglers on trophy fish all season long.

With a laid-back attitude and deep knowledge of the lake, Frank makes every trip feel smooth, fun, and productive. Whether you’re heading out with family, friends, or coworkers, he welcomes anglers of all experience levels and works hard to make sure everyone has a great time on the water.

You’ll fish aboard a spacious 40’ Pacemaker Sportfisher—clean, comfortable, and fully equipped for chasing Lake Michigan’s finest. From first-timers to seasoned pros, Captain Frank is here to deliver the kind of big-water adventure you won’t soon forget.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Frank Grider

Frank Grider

Independent Guide 30 years of exp.
Captain Frank has spent his whole life fishing Lake Michigan—and it shows. Based out of Kenosha, WI and Winthrop Harbor, IL, he runs charters seven days a week from April through October, putting anglers on trophy fish all season long.

With a laid-back attitude and deep knowledge of the lake, Frank makes every trip feel smooth, fun, and productive. Whether you’re heading out with family, friends, or coworkers, he welcomes anglers of all experience levels and works hard to make sure everyone has a great time on the water.

You’ll fish aboard a spacious 40’ Pacemaker Sportfisher—clean, comfortable, and fully equipped for chasing Lake Michigan’s finest. From first-timers to seasoned pros, Captain Frank is here to deliver the kind of big-water adventure you won’t soon forget.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Fresh water would be a 40 lake trout and a 36 pound king salmon. Saltwater would be a 400 pound goliath grouper and a 300ish hammer head shark.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Hands down it would be coho salmon cooked a couple ways.
Whats your favorite band?
George Straight
Whats your favorite movie?
Perfect Storm

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
Fresh water would be a 40 lake trout and a 36 pound king salmon. Saltwater would be a 400 pound goliath grouper and a 300ish hammer head shark.
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Hands down it would be coho salmon cooked a couple ways.
Whats your favorite band?
George Straight
Whats your favorite movie?
Perfect Storm
Whats your favorite sports team?
Milwaukee Brewers
Whats your drink of choice?
Water
What was your last halloween costume?
Fisherman
What do you want for Christmas this year?
New lures and fishing poles.
How did you get started guiding?
I grew up around the business and have never left the fishing world.
What makes you different from other guides?
This all I do and have ever done. Even in the off season all my vacations consist of fishing. It’s not only my passion but it’s my life.
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