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:
We’ve caught them everyday on the big lake but today was much easier and they were in the "July " mode all day long.
Big numbers and quality smallmouth (and a couple drum).
It will be like this for a month!
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We found the "June" fish in the morning hours to be surly, arrogant and uncooperative.
But after 11:30 a total reversal with a few minor adjustments on our part and major changes to the fish. We had uncovered our "July" fish.
Paul’s string of successful annual outings is intact. Big numbers again.
The sooner they finish spawning the sooner we have all "July" fish.
Even more fun just around the corner.
Be safe my friends!
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July is officialy here! June is still hanging on in some portions of the big lake but three of the five stops had July fish.
Six weeks of brown fish fun…
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Busy times…Lots of folks wanting to fish throughout the 4th of July week.
Sorry I couldn’t accommodate all the requests.
Hot weather will "heal the bay" in a hurry.
A 23" postspawn brute was obviously the biggest. More postspawn fish showing up on summer areas but what a strung-out spawn. (Been seeing activity for six weeks.)
Local resort owner indicated that after few bookings early that he has been pleasantly surprised with all the calls of late.
Hoping all have a fun and safe birthday celebration…
HAPPY 4TH
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Three days of 90+ temps and the water cooled! How? High winds blew the warm water out and it was replaced with cold Lake Michigan water.
The baitfish seemed to follow the warm water. A little less violent wind will help alot. Soon, I hope, we can get the vegetation growing.
As soon as the temps stabilize our smallmouth numbers will increase. Right now it is quality not quantity.
It may be the second week of July before we get the "true" July pattern.
Stay safe and keep catching them!
(Quiet Cove’s Beavertail worm was our best today.)
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Busy times as we wade through June! New friends got on board and we had fun!
Lots of fun-size fish (that means small) and a few (too few) tanks. Three pictured were 5.40 and up.
Soon, we will be exclusively on the big lake…
Until then, be safe and stay happy!
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