FAQ - Southport Charter Service

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What’s included on the charter trip?

All you need is a valid Wisconsin fishing license and what you and your group want to eat or drink while out on the lake.

How do we get licenses?

Online at Wisconsin DNR website or one of the nearby vendors.

How many people can the boats take?

Even though the boats are large enough to accommodate several passengers we are licensed by the United State Coast Guard to have a maximum of six passengers at one time

Do you have any age restriction?

No. We leave that up to your discretion. Mostly it depends on how you feel they will handle the big lake experience.

How big are the boats?

One is 36’ long and 14’ wide and the other is 32’ long and 12’ wide. Both boats are fully licensed and insured. Both boats are inspected for safety by the United States Coast Guard.

Do the boats have restroom facilities?

Yes. Both boats are equipped with clean private facilities.

What do we do with our catch after the Charter?

We clean and bag your catch after your Charter. We do recommend bringing a cooler and ice to transport you catch home. Once at home all you have to do is separate the fish in meal size portions for the freezer.

What type of fish do we catch?

There are two types of salmon and three types of trout that we target. Coho and Chinook salmon. Rainbow, Brown and Lake trout.

What is the limit of fish we can catch?

Wisconsin is the only state on Lake Michigan to offer a straight five fish per person limit. What this means is you can catch five of any species of a combination of them to reach your five fish. Other states don’t offer this option they have restrictions on species and amount.

Do you allow alcohol?

Yes. If possible we prefer cans over bottles. Remember safety is our main concern.

What is the weather cancellation policy?

In the event of inclement weather a decision will be made at the dock or if the forecast is calling for bad weather your Captain will inform you in advance of the circumstance. The only weather that prevents us from going out is high wind and lightening. We do however fish if it’s raining out.