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.
2026 Season
The following charters are available (for one or two fishermen):
4.5 hours $ 480.00
6 hours $ 600.00
7.5 hours $ 740.00
Add $80 for a third fisherman
Ask Coach about family discounts and weekly charters. We can customize.
Call or Text: (260) 519-1168
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The last couple days of the September Full Moon made some “chunks” catchable!
The biggie this time weighed in at 5.86 with several others well over 4 lbs.
Sunday’s catch total was over 20 but several of them were average at best. Some were suspended and some were bottom-huggers.
A couple areas that are normally good this time of year have not kicked in yet. I’m guessing (and hoping) that it will happen after a couple days of southwest winds.
Fun stuff ahead…
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Wind direction and wind velocity have been the gator in our swamp.
Yesterday was windy all day but today we had a few hours of fishable conditions.
And we took advantage of it.
Thanks to Quiet Cove Baits for the selection of jigheads we are currently using daily—the best I’ve ever used.
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Great people to fish with this weekend but the weather was not cooperative. The high winds would not allow the needed finesse approach.
We did catch fish but not as many as we could have in better conditions.
Winds until Thursday? Hopefully over before
the full moon.
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Monday and Wednesday were fishable days on the big lake. Tuesday was too windy.
Out of 26 smallies on Monday the five best totaled just over 21 lbs.
Out of 20 today the best five totaled just over 22 lbs.
The bigger fish didn’t show up today until midday while Monday’s action was all day long.
Guests on their way should hit it right if weather permits!
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Another dose of wind affected where we could go and what we could do. We have very catchable fish if we can get safe and fishable weather.
New friends did a very good job of negotiating the wind on an inland lake.
The only day the big lake was fishable provided big numbers.
This coming week appears to be fishable with the exception of Tuesday.
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Similar results in three trips this week. However, a couple 5s showed up late in the week.
Good fishermen got us started with a good outing on Tuesday. That day finesse was a requirement not an option.
I intentionally did not schedule anything on this holiday weekend. It could very well be crowded launches and lakes.
Already preparing for next Tuesday.
Enjoy your holiday
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