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Detroit River Educational Fishing Charters Details and Roster

The Detroit River is one of the nations premier walleye fisheries, especially in April and May.  Join Lance for an Educational Charter on this fantastic body of water.    Morning Trips run 7am-1pm and evening trips run from 4-7pm.  Trips can accommodate up to 4 anglers.  Weekday morning trips cost $350 for up to 3 anglers with an extra $50 charge for each additional angler.  Saturday and Sunday morning trips are $400 for 1-4 anglers.  Evening trips are $50 per angler with a $100 minimum.

What to Bring:  Remember we are fishing cold water in the spring, so please dress accordingly.  On trips up and down the river we may be traveling near 50 mph, so factor in the wind chill!  Best advice is to overdress-we have room in the boat to store clothes we are not using.  Every angler over 17 years old will need a 2010 Michigan fishing license.  Please have them before you arrive.  Be sure to bring a camera and any food and drink you will want during the day.  Also, be sure to bring any medication for any illnesses or allergies, as well as seasick medication if you may need it.  ABSOLUTELY NO ALCOHOL OR NON PRESCRIPTION DRUGS ARE ALLOWED ON BOAT.  An option for lunch is to return to the slip and take a quick 2 block walk to the Speedboat Bar and Grill for a burger and some time to get warm-your choice.  All fishing equipment, lures, tackle and bait are provided by Lance, but feel free to bring yours along if you wish.

Fishing in Canada:  Some days fishing the Canadian side of the river may be the best-or only- option for a successful fishing day.  If you would like to have this option, please have a Canadian license in your possession before your scheduled trip date.  Licenses are available for one day or a season.  There is NO ability to purchase a Canadian license once you have arrived at the slip.  The fastest way to get a license is to purchase it through Lakeside Fishing Shop is St. Clair Shores.  This license option can take UP TO 14 DAYS SO PLAN ACCORDINGLY!  To expedite the process, purchase a one-day license.

LakeSide Fishing Shop (586-777-7003) 25110 Jefferson St Clair Shores, MI 48081.  Located on Lake St. Clair.  Online or phone orders received by 8pm on Tuesday can be picked up at the store after 3 pm on Thursday.  Licenses can also be mailed, but please allow extra time.  Online orders can be placed by using the following link Lakeside Canadian License Orders

 Directions to boat:   Lance’s boat is docked in at Libra Marina in Wyandotte, just south of the Wyandotte Boat Ramp. Access to the boat slip and a parking area are found on Perry Place, just east off of Biddle Ave. Look for Lance’s White Ford pickup with White topper and park nearby.  A door to the slips will be open, come on in and head to Lance's Slip. Biddle Ave is actually Jefferson Ave; it just changes names in the town of Wyandotte.  Libra Marina is located just west of the boat slips at 815 Clifford St, Wyandotte 48192 if you need to use Mapquest for directions.

 Time of Trip:  Morning Trips will launch at 7:00 am and will be back at the slip by 1:00 pm.  Evening trips will launch at 4:00 pm and return at 7:00 pm.  If you are going to be late, please phone me at 810-240-2317 and let me know. 

 Fish Cleaning:  space for cleaning fish is available after the trip.  Lance also has access to a fish cleaner who does an excellent job for a small fee.  Please bring your own knives if you wish to clean fish on site.  Power is available for electric knives.  Please bring some gallon sized Ziploc baggies for the fillets and a cooler with ice to transport the fish home in.

Lodging:  If you are planning on staying there are a few good hotels in the area.  Your best bet is the hotel area on Northline Rd in Southgate.  There is a Motel 6, La Quinta Inn, Holiday Inn and Comfort Suites located there.  All are about a 10 minute ride from the boat launch.  There are also other hotels including a Super 8, Ramada and Red Roof Inn on Eureka Road located in Taylor, about 10 minutes away from the ramp.