Yes, the D.N.R. requires anyone 17 or older to have a valid fishing license on their person plus an all species license or a one-day license for Salmon or Trout.

Jack-A-Row is furnished with an enclosed toilet in the cabin.

Your Lake Michigan sports fishing charter trip includes all necessary fishing equipment.

Your charter trip includes cleaning and filleting your fish.

Alcoholic beverages are permitted on your trip, but we encourage moderation. If anyone in your group becomes overly intoxicated the charter will be cut short and the full rate will be incurred by your party. Your safety is our responsibility. No illegal substances are allowed.

All the fishing equipment is provided for you, so you’ll only need to bring: food, drinks, adequate clothing, a cooler to transport your fish home, and a fishing license. See “What to Bring” on right.

Absolutely everyone on your trip will get their own rod. You can do as much or as little as you want. We are your hosts and your satisfaction is our goal. If you want to do all the work or just sit back and watch your crew, it is up to you.

We can help you, teach you . . . whatever your pleasure.

Over the counter motion sickness product such as Dramamine can be found at most pharmacies. If you’re not sure, bring it along just in case. If you have concerns about these products consult your physician.

If you’ve never had the opportunity to fish in Lake Michigan you should really give it a try! It’s an exhilarating experience. There is nowhere else you can go in the Midwest and consistently catch the size and amount of fish that you can on Lake Michigan!

No problem! The fish we catch can be pretty big, but our equipment is sturdy and easy to use. We give lots of expert instruction and great tips on fighting the fish, but feel free to ask questions.... I want you to get the most out of your trip!

We fish for steelhead, brown trout, lake trout and king salmon.

The size, species, and numbers of fish will depend when you take your charter. As a rule, in the spring, we catch large quantities of fish, but smaller in size. In the summer, we catch larger fish and more variety of species. In the fall, typically we catch the largest fish of the year, trophy fish!

While fishing conditions do change, we have the equipment to ensure your fishing success.

Jack-A-Row is the sport fishing KING. Our boat is a Phoenix Tournament II Pro, built in Florida, and designed for ocean sportfishing. It has twin 260 hp engines for safety, and solid design for stability. It features modern scientific electronic equipment to accurately fish the bathymetry of Lake Michigan. It is properly outfitted with all of the Coast Guard requirements for safety, is Michigan DNR inspected, and properly insured for commercial professional sportfishing.

Your captain is a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain and master of motor vessels upon the Great Lakes. As a FAA IFR rated pilot, he is trained in weather forecasting and weather event phenomena. Your safety and comfort is his #1 goal. He has fished for over 35 years in several states, throughout the Gulf Coast, and extensively in Canada.

In the event that your captain determines the lake is too rough to fish, we will do their best to contact you in advance and re-schedule your date. However, there may be days when this decision is made at the dock. Another date will be booked and your deposit will be forwarded to that date. We do fish in the rain, so be prepared and bring your rain gear!

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