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About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

If you've been dreaming of chasing big fish on Lake Michigan, then Captain Phil is the guide for you. With 20+ years of experience, and tons of knowledge about the Lake, he'll get you hooked up on monster Coho and King Salmon, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, and Steelhead!

You'll be trolling for these big fish on Shimano rods and reels, provided by the Captain. Salmon love to put up a fight, so come prepared! Not only are these fish fun fighters, but they're great eating fish as well. Captain Phil is happy to clean your keepers for you, so bring a cooler!

Captain Phil's 31' Tiara sportfisher is outfitted with all the top trolling equipment, including Cannon downriggers and custom Cannon rod holders, a Hummingbird sonar fish finder, and GPS navigation. With the power of the twin 270-HP Crusader engines, you'll be able to get on the fish and start trolling in no time. Phil's boat also has an onboard bathroom and plenty of seating to keep you comfortable all day on the water.
Be sure to purchase a fishing license prior to your trip and bring along and food or drinks you may want while fishing. Soft soled shoes are preferred on the boat.

Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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 30 days before the trip.

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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Pricing Matrix

	3 Hours	4 Hours	5 Hours
1 Person	$675.00	$675.00	$735.00
2 People	$675.00	$675.00	$735.00
3 People	$675.00	$675.00	$735.00
4 People	$675.00	$675.00	$735.00
5 People	$675.00	$735.00	$825.00
6 People	$735.00	$795.00	$910.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Phil R.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Captain Phil's father was one of the first charter captains on Lake Huron. Phil started first mating for him around 12 years old, and he's been fishing professionally since then. He has over 30 years of experience, and will make sure you have a blast fishing the Great Lakes!

About Your Guide

Phil R.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

32lb King Salmon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Bbq

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

32lb King Salmon

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Bbq

What’s your favorite band?

Country and rock

What’s your drink of choice?

Beer,captain and diet, diet Dr. PEPPER

How did you get started guiding?

Father was one of the first charter captain on Lake Huron

What makes you different from other guides?

Friendly laid back and love to meet new people and show them a good time on Lake Michigan Fishing

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Grand Haven, Michigan

Areas Fished

Lake Michigan

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Lake Michigan Trout & Salmon

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Tiara Yachts
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 31'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Tiara Yachts
Year Built: 1989
Boat Length: 31'
Engine Manufacturer: Crusaders
Total Horsepower: 540
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Radar,ship to shore radio,

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

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 30 days before the trip.

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.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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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).
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Techniques

Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Rods, reels & tackle included. Need a 1 day fishing license or a yearly. You can bring whatever you would like to eat and drink we clean and bag the fish in travel bags and give you ice to transport home.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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%).

Cancel for free up to 30 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 30 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass 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 event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.