Starting at $400 | 4 Hour | Lake | 6 People | Trip #3433
About Your Trip
Captain Jim offers top-quality open-water fishing charters on Lake Michigan, as well as many of the smaller lake and rivers here in this beautiful state! He specializes in trolling for Salmon, Trout, Steelhead and other members of the Salmonid family, and when you book with him, you'll be in the
... Read More best possible position to take home a trophy fish!
Whether you're a beginner or an old hand, Captain Jim will ensure that you have a memorable and extremely fun fishing trip. He's great with kids and will make sure that even the smallest member of your party gets a chance to hook a fish!
On board his 24' Qwest pontoon boat, you'll be able to relax in comfort until a fish hits the hook. Then, get ready for some rod-bending action! Salmon are hard-fighting fish, so you'll have to bring your muscles when you come on this charter!
Jim is a friendly, enthusiastic guide who has served thousands of happy anglers since 1998. Jim's fishing knowledge and love for the sport has consistently resulted in a successful day of fishing. Jim enjoys helping others catch fish as well as sharing the secrets that have given him a competitive edge over the competition. Your fishing party will be given Jim's personal attention and best effort to ensure a successful and enjoyable guided fishing experience. Get out there and get hookin'!
About Your Boat
Boat Type
Pontoon
Boat Manufacturer
Air Qwest
Year Built
2018
Boat Length
24
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
200
Number of Engines
1
About Your Guide
Captain Jim has been running trips and making people happy since 1998. He has an extensive amount of knowledge and love for fishing, and has consistently had successful days fishing. He is happy to teach people how to fish, and loves seeing their faces when they catch their first one!
... Read More You'll be given his full attention on the trip. Tournament wins include Walleye Central in 2009 2nd place and Walleye Central 2010 in 1st place. He has a team working with him, all who have years of experience and are ready to show you a great time!
Start Location
Isle of Pines Drive, Elk Rapids, MI 49629, United States
Amenities and Information
Water Type
Lake
Skill Levels
Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate
Tackle
All rods, reels, and tackle are included.
Fish Cleaning
This guide will clean your catch for you.
Beer
Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.
Live Bait
Yes, Included
Location
This trip has multiple pickup locations.
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Species
Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Steelhead, Walleye
Techniques
Artificial Lure Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Trolling
Packing / Extras
Everything you'll need for your trip
All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip.
Pricing & Availability
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Reviews
Michael
Verified ReviewFishing
It was a great trip Captain Jim really knew what he was doing. We limited out in about 3 hours.
Ralph V.
Fishing
Never salmon fished off a pontoon before,wonderful experience!Jim and Chase (first mate) were fun to fish with and knowledgeable.We will be back!Ice fishing charters too!
Emily H.
Fishing
Our first chartered fishing trip and it was amazing! My 15 year old daughter loves to fish and we had a great experience. She caught two lake trout and the largest was 6lbs and 25 1/2 inches long, her biggest fish yet. Would highly recommend them!!!
Nyroc Y.
Fishing
We had a blast! Everything was explained and the heater was kept running! The guys were great with the kids! Great experience that we will remember the rest of our lives! Thanks fellas!
Shane N.
Fishing
Excellent time ice fishing and great crew. Jim had everything setup and set us up for success immediately upon arrival. Will definitely be coming back next year
Heather K.
Fishing
We had a wonderful experience with Jim fiahing on torch lake! Ended up bringing home a couple of Atlantic Salmon and are excited to cook them up! Jim was extremely knowledgeable, well prepared, willing to educate us - and frankly, hilarious! We had a blast just hanging on the boat
...Read More even during the slower moments of the charter! Would highly recommend!
First Time Booking with Us?
Captain Experiences is the home of over 1000 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.
We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.
Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR code (like a mobile boarding pass). Just show your guide your QR code on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.
Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!
