Fishing in front the piers has slowed as the water warmed and the fishing action has moved off shore. There are a few fish being caught in front of the piers early in the morning or just before dark, however there is not concentration in the shallow water. Most of the action is in 90 to 130 foot of water and also in 200 foot of water.

The best methods were downriggers at 70, 80 and 110 foot down and wire dipsy divers at 270 and 160 foot of wire. The best combinations were Hot Chip and Pro Chip flashers (chrome/chrome, white/glow, white/mountain dew) with Rapture wild fern and last supper flies. A few fish were caught on 300 and 400 foot of cooper with Stingray NBK and Craig's X-mas.

I think that if we get some cold water, we will see another school of fish move in front and continue the run. For information or reservations, email me at captron@chartermichigan.com or call me toll free at 888-253-8372.

Fish Species: Coho, Chinook, Steelhead, Lake Trout
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About The Author: Captain Ron Westrate

Company: CoHooker Charter Fishing Service

Area Reporting: Lake Michigan, Port of Saugatuck

Bio: CoHooker Charter Fishing Service is operated by a father and son team and has been in business for 33 years out of the Port of Saugatuck. We operate a 29 foot Luhrs Tournamenet that is insured licensed and fully equipped with the latest in electronics and fishing gear. We serve as prostaff for Scotty downriggers, Pro Troll Falshers, G flies and Raider lures.

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