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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours	4 Hours
2 People	$650.00	$450.00
1 Person	$650.00	$450.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Weather

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

If you're looking for an unforgettable smallmouth bass fishing experience, Traverse City is the place to be and Captain Owen is the guide to take you. With guided trips on Grand Traverse Bay and the surrounding inland lakes, you will experience firsthand why this area is considered one of the best. whether you're visiting in the spring, summer, or fall, there's always an opportunity to catch! We have the experience and the equipment to put...

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Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

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 5 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

No live bait is provided with the price of this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Guide

Captain Owen

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quantity

I’ve been fishing since I was very young. I’ve grown up fishing grand traverse bay and know it like the back of my hand. When I’m not guiding I’m either fishing a tournament or scouting new areas for future trips. I’ve fished tournaments all over Michigan, made the state team the past 2 years in a row and gone on to fish regional tournaments. I decided to start guiding because I love being on the...

About Your Guide

Captain Owen

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

7.65lb smallmouth

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

Steaks

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

7.65lb smallmouth

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

Steaks

What’s your favorite band?

Greta van fleet Scotty mcreery

What’s your favorite movie?

Don’t really have one

What’s your favorite sports team?

Don’t watch any

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

How did you get started guiding?

2020

What makes you different from other guides?

I’m young and feel very up to date with the latest fishing gear and electronics. I have been fishing the Great Lakes my whole life and feel I know them, specially Lake Michigan better than average. I spend more time on the water then the average person finding new areas on the Great Lakes

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Start Location

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Traverse City, MI, USA

Areas Fished

Grand Traverse Bay
Lake Leelanau
Suttons Bay
Torch Lake
Elk Lake
Lake Charlevoix

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Skeeter
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 21'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Skeeter
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 21'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Minn kota Ultrex, Minn Kota Raptors, 12” humminbird and lowrance graphs, garmin livescope

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Lake

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

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 5 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

No live bait is provided with the price of this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Potential Target Species

Largemouth Bass
Smallmouth Bass

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Topwater Fishing

Packing / Extras

All trips are catch and release. All rods, reels and tackle are provided. Must have a valid Michigan fishing license. Bring sunscreen and and snacks or drinks you might like.

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 5 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 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 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 case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.

Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!