What To Bring
We provide all the tackle and bait.
Things you'll need to bring charter fishing on Lake Michigan:
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A WI Fishing License with a Great Lakes Trout Stamp or Two day Great Lakes License is necessary to board and catch fish on Lake Michigan. |
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A sports bag is a good idea to bring for carrying your rain gear, hat, glasses etc and other personal items that you need on a charter fishing trip. |
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Bring a cooler for food and drinks. Bring a larger 55 quart cooler for all the fish you're going to catch. |
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Bring drinks to help keep yourself and your friends hydrated and happy. You can bring beer but you must be 21 years of age. |
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Bring sandwiches or food depending on the length of your charter. You'll need to keep your energy up for reeling in the big salmon we plan to catch. |
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If you get sea sick or aren't sure if you get sea sick then it is a very wise idea to take your Bonine before you leave the dock. Nothing can ruin a fishing trip worse than a guy named "RALPH". |
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Even in Algoma, WI during the summer you can get a sun burn. Make sure you bring sunscreen especially if your burn easy. If you are burnt, you can't enjoy salmon fishing on Lake Michigan. |
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Bring sun glasses. Preferrably polarized fishing glasses to lesson the sun's glare that reflects off th water. You'll need to keep your eyes open for the ones that jump. |
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Starting out at 4am means that you may need to dress in layers and bring some warm clothing to wear. You'll want to be comfortable when you are fishing for Salmon on Lake Michigan. |
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Don't forget your rain gear when you go charter fishing on Lake Michigan - The weather can change while you're out fishing for Salmon, Trout, Northern, or Perch. |
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A hat or ball cap is a good idea, especially for you guys that are getting a bit thin on top. Protects your head from burning. |
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Wear comfortable shoes with traction, so you can anchor in while you're reeling in the big catch. |
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Bring a camera for video and still photos so you can show off the big salmon you caught while charter fishing on Lake Michigan. |
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Tipping is optional, but we hope we do a great job and earn your business; year after year. Cash is a great thing to have for the restaurants or bars around the Algoma area when your charter is over. |
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