Coach's Angle Charters
Are you wondering “Why Coach’s Angle”?
Well, what sets us apart from the competition are a few simple things:
#1. When you book the Coach you fish with the Coach–not passed on to someone else.
#2. We do not overfish our areas and we are constantly locating new fish.
#3. We try to schedule you at the time of year that maximizes your desired fishing style (jerkbait, finesse, topwater, etc.).
#4. We use only high quality tackle from local Michigan tackle companies that know how to make lures that catch fish on Michigan’s ultra clear waters as well as top national brands as needed.
#5. We customize each days fishing hours to take into consideration the weather forecast and your schedule.
#6. We welcome ALL skill levels from first timers to retired national pros .
#7. We also offer family discounts as well as multiple-day discounts.
If you have additional questions, talk to Coach by texting, calling or emailing.
260 519 1168
fzfields@gmail.com
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Coach’s Angle Smallmouth Charters
“Welcome to one of the premier smallmouth bass destinations. After many years of teaching and coaching basketball in Indiana, I now reside in the KALKASKA/TRAVERSE CITY area. I spend 6 days a week fishing these beautiful waters and I am inviting you to join me. My 30-plus years of tournament and guiding experience have made it possible for you to have a fun day of fishing.”
Waters most often selected include East Bay, the entire Elk Chain, Charlevoix and Walloon.
Other destinations are available upon request.
2025 Season
The following charters are available (for one or two fishermen):
4.5 hours $ 480.00
6 hours $ 600.00
7.5 hours $ 700.00
Add $80 for a third fisherman
Ask Coach about family discounts and weekly charters. We can customize.
Call or Text: (260) 519-1168
Or by email at:
Happy Mother’s Day…
A very good week for smallmouth fishing highlighted by two contrasting days.
One day too much wind gave us around 50 brown fish with none over 4 lbs. (So windy the clear water we started with was a muddy, dirty mess at the end.)
Today we had light and variable winds. And on the big lake that can be a problem. But we had 16 smallies with thirteen over three lbs. Biggie was 6.42 and best five just broke 26 lbs.
Back at it tomorrow.
Be safe my friends.
Miss you Mom.
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I know I’m late with this post.
I could attribute it to sore hands from handling too many smallmouth making it painful to post!
No, I scheduled warranty work on the new boat before the arrival of next week’s groups. We are ready.
On windy days, the brown fish have been cooperative, with one day yielding 30 keepers in four hours, whereas a calm day proved significantly TOUGHER.
I appreciate Camp and Cruise for efficiently completing the warranty work. Additionally, thank you to the support technicians at Lowrance and PowerPole for their assistance.
Be safe, my friends
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Another active week…when we had wind it was good…until we had too much wind! Biggest this week was a 6.42.
I’m very excited for the upcoming week–it is going to get even better!
Be safe and will see many of you soon.
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I hope you’re having an enjoyable Easter.
It’s been a busy week fishing for cold-water smallmouth. The merhod used has gone back and forth between late winter and early spring.
The baitfish are trying to move up but the cold nights is hindering that. When the nights stayed warm we had aggressive fish and springtime fishing.
4.90 lbs was biggest smallie this week but lots of fish in the 3 to 4.5 lb range.
Since most years would have us still looking at ice on April 20, we are ahead of the game in 2025.
Let’s all be safe and enjoy!
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HERE WE GO AGAIN! 2025!
…been at it for a couple weeks with most of our fish caught in water below 40 degrees. We broke ice yesterday on GT Bay but had 39 to 42 degree water today. And with this full moon–good numbers with the last smallie of the day weighing 5.30.
Rain and snow forecast for the next few days.
Will update in a week or so–be safe and good fishing.
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Reviewing these pics warmed my heart and soul as the depressing snow that started on Thanksgiving has not gone away. Most of it lake effect which means I have Lake Michigan all the way to my doorstep!
I didn’t have to look hard to find these pics from this past summer.
Thanks for all the early bookings and I look forward to more of this!
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