Frequently Asked Questions

  • Deposit
    A $100 deposit is required to reserve your trip and will be charged at the time of booking.

    Cancellations

    • Cancellations more than 14 days from your trip - Your deposit may be refunded. 

    • Cancellations within 14 days of your trip - Your deposit can be used towards rescheduling a future booking date within the same calendar year. If you do not re-book within the same calendar year, your deposit will not be refunded.

    • Cancellations less than 24 hours from your trip - You will be charged HALF of the total trip amount. Your deposit will be included in the total trip amount. For example, if you booked a $600 trip, you would be charged a total of $300 ($100 deposit + $200).

    • No call/No show - Your trip will be canceled, and you will be charged for the FULL trip amount.

    Running Late

    If you are running late, please contact your captain as soon as possible. There is no guarantee your trip can be modified, extended, and/or discounted. If you cannot arrive within a reasonable time, then the above cancellation policies will be applied.


    Emergencies

    Sometimes life happens, we get it! Please contact your captain as soon as possible to let them know. We will make every effort to try and modify or reschedule your trip. However, if we are unable to modify or reschedule, please understand that we will have to uphold the above cancellation policies.

    Inclement Weather & Other Captain Cancellations

    Safety is our number one priority and we will never risk someone’s life or well being to go fishing. Weather cancellations are strictly at the captain’s discretion. If we need to cancel your trip due to weather conditions, we will reschedule your trip to a different date that works best for you. If we are unable to reschedule your trip, a full refund will be issued.

    If the captain needs to cancel your trip for reasons other than weather, such as mechanical issues, illness, family emergency, etc. we can either reschedule your trip for a later date or you can receive a full refund.

  • You betcha! Some of our best fishing has been in the rain. We fish in all weather as long as it’s safe. Typically unsafe conditions would be things like high seas and lightning.

    Weather cancellations are at the captain’s discretion. See our cancellation policy above for more info.

  • While rare, we can’t control mother nature, so it is possible to not catch any fish. That said, with a 95% catch rate you’re very likely to hook up on fish.

    • All fishing equipment - All fishing equipment is provided. If you’d like to bring your own gear, chat with your captain to coordinate.

    • Fish cleaned and packaged - If you’re planning on keeping your catch, we’ll clean it and bag it for you. We recommend bringing a cooler and ice to transport your meat home.

    Safety First!

    • US Coast Guard Licensed Captain - Your captain will always hold a current and valid US Coast Guard license. All captains and crew are trained in First Aid/CPR/AED and participate in a randomized drug testing.

    • Life Jackets - Our boat is equipped with life jackets for every passenger on board in the event of an emergency. Children age 6 and under are required to wear a life jacket at all times while underway. While we carry child size life jackets on board, it’s recommended that they bring their own for a more comfortable and safe fit. You’re also welcome to bring your own life jacket. All personal life jackets must be Coast Guard approved (Type I or Type II).

    • Michigan DNR Inspected & Certified Vessel - Our vessel has been inspected and certified by the Michigan DNR to run fishing charters.

    • Licensed and Insured local business - We are a registered local business and hold all required licensing to run fishing charters in Michigan. Additionally, our business and vessel are properly insured.

    • REQUIRED Michigan Fishing License (each guest age 17+) - must be purchased before leaving the dock if you plan on fishing.

    • Kids Life Jacket - children ages 6 and under are required to wear a life jacket at all times while underway. We recommend bringing your child’s own life jacket to ensure a proper fit for comfort and safety. Please be sure it is a Coast Guard approved Type I or Type II life jacket.

    • Sun protection - glasses, hats, sunscreen, sun shirts, etc.

    • Weather appropriate clothing - layers are recommended. Keep in mind it is typically colder on the water than on land and we do fish in the rain!

    • Snacks/Drinks + Cooler - we recommend ice for your fish, and a small/medium sized cooler as space can be limited.

    • Camera - waterproof/floating cases are recommended.

  • Accessibility

    Please let us know before your trip if you or any of your guests may have any accessibility needs or medical accommodations while boarding or on the boat. We are committed to making your trip as comfortable as possible and we will do our best to accommodate your needs consistent with our boats capabilities. Letting us know ahead of time will greatly help us achieve the best experience possible.

    Medical Conditions

    If you or any of your guests have a medical condition that the captain should be aware of in the event of a medical emergency, please let them know when you meet for your trip. Examples may include, but are not limited to: insulin dependency, severe allergy/require epi-pen, life threatening cardiovascular conditions, endocrine disorders or autoimmune diseases, etc.

    Smoking & Recreation Drugs

    • There is no smoking on board the boat.

    • Legal or illegal drugs in any form, including Cannabis, are prohibited on board the boat.

  • If you are 17 years or older and want to fish, you are required to have a valid Michigan fishing license before leaving the dock. Additionally, you must have a license in order to keep any of the fish caught, as permitted in the Michigan fishing regulations.

    If you are just along for the ride and do not want to fish, you do not need a license. Just keep in mind, you will not be able to participate in any of the fishing activities whatsoever, including reeling fish in, jigging, keeping fish, etc.

  • We run 4 hours trips. We can run 3 trips a day - morning , mid-day, and evening. For more information on trips and duration refer to the rates page.

  • Typically trips start around 6am, Noon, and 5pm but your captain will decide the best time to meet based on the season, fish you’re targeting, and the location.

  • We trailer our boat, so we go where the fish are! Our home waters are the Grand Traverse Bays so that’s where the majority of our trips are located, but we will run in nearby inland lakes and other Great Lakes waters when available. Your captain will determine the best meeting location based on the season, fish we’re targeting, and weather conditions.

    You can learn more about the fishing on our home page.

  • Yes - A $100 deposit is required at the time of booking.

  • Yes! We thank you for your service and proudly offer a 10% discount off if you or a guest is a veteran. Please let us know when you pay at the end of your trip and we'll apply the discount for you then.

  • We take cash or credit/debit cards. A 3.5% transaction fee will be applied to all credit card transactions.

  • You will pay for the for the remainder of your trip once the trip is over. We can either charge the card used to make a deposit, charge a new card, or take cash. If you'd like to pay for the entire trip in advance, give us a call.

    Tips

    If you enjoyed your experience and would like to tip your captain, cash is preferred, otherwise there will be an option to tip when processing your card.

    Veterans Discount

    To receive our 10% veterans discount, let us at the end of your trip and we'll apply the discount when we process your payment.

  • Yes! You can buy gift cards here.