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
Or by email at:
Good fishing for our friends from Kansas as they figured out the "jb bite" pretty fast...
Twenty five beautiful brown fish with a 5.90 as best of the day!
Fun day with good folks!
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Happy Mother's Day weekend!
We started at 28 degrees and it was slow for an hour not because of temperature but the lack of wind. And when it blew it came to life.
Twenty very quality smallmouth and one surprise largemouth (and we were done by noon).
Best five were 4.50, 4.96, 4.15, 3.97 and 5.26.
I had a hearty guest who endured the conditions.
Thanks to Quiet Cove Baits for the great paint job for these clear water bass.
Enjoy!
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Big fish day! The windiest part of the lake produced
ten over four lbs with these as biggest...
6.55 lbs
6.24
5.80
4.88
4.70
Fun stuff!
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First guest of May was very happy with the results in spite of a starting temperature of 25 degrees...
Even on a Saturday with many boats on the lake we had big numbers of quality smallmouth.
Very anxious for this week's guests as three methods currently very productive.
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Eight over four...
During slick, glassy times I like to downsize my jbs but couldn't because they were inhaling it--way deep. Had to go big and remove a set of hooks as to not injure these treasures.
Saving the better spots for my guests.
Next week's groups will endure the cold and be rewarded!
Note:: State launches to the north still closed. We drove up after "work" yesterday and found Intermediate roped off.
Notice last bass pictured?
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The past two outings have produced 28 and 30 smallmouth (in five hours per trip).
Some fishy observations...
Some choke points still holding big schools.
Some stretches of "breaks" now holding loners.
The FFS is a valuable tool for locating baitfish.
Baitfish are the key especially this time of year.
Violent SE winds provide some new hotspots (Yes, I was surprised)
I wish I could have provided a more accurate guess on when our ice would have disappeared. In February, many calls came in from my distant clients (St. Louis, Tulsa, Springfield, etc) who love catching bass on jbs. We talked about Ice Freedom Day.
The ice came off earlier than most years and we are currently in PRIME TIME. My visitors will be here soon.
More on this topic later
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