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There's no other body of water in the world that puts on a year round trophy walleye fishery like Saginaw Bay. The shimmering waters of the Outer Saginaw Bay around the Charity Islands, off Point Au Gres and off Tawas Bay are truly hawg walleye heaven from May all the way through mid summer. The inner bay also produces world class walleye fishing as well during the spring and summer. These hot walleye fishing areas are within striking distance from Au Gres (AuGres), Michigan, our base of operations for our Saginaw Bay Walleye fishing charter trips although we also run charters out of East Tawas (Tawas City) when the walleye congregate in that area. The concentrations of walleyes off Au Gres (AuGres) and Tawas are truely world class. In fact many anglers, including Captain Mike Veine, consider Saginaw Bay to be the Walleye Capital of the World these days. Limit catches are considered normal on Saginaw Bay. The catch typically consists of a good mixture of smaller eating sized fish , medium sized chunkers, and big lunkers for the perfect combination of walleye fishing utopia. There has been many astronomically high, successive walleye hatches on Saginaw Bay in recent years, which has really bumped up walleye recruitment in the bay to historical proportions. Saginaw Bay is now a 100% wild, naturally reproducing walleye fishery that has literally exploded in recent years. In fact walleye reproduction has been so high that the DNR hasn't needed to stock walleyes supplementally in many years. Right now there are more walleyes in the bay than ever before. The fishery has come on so strong in recent years that 9+ pounders are considered fairly common at times. For the last seven straight years we've limited out on nearly all of our Saginaw Bay walleye charters, however since full-day charters are allowed to catch and release fish, we actually average more walleyes per trip than the state allowed limit of five walleyes per angler. The fishing prospects look great again for this year, so don't miss out. Our Saginaw Bay trips out of Au Gres (AuGres) and East Tawas (Tawas City) are the most popular charters on our schedule so please book early. Trophy Specialist's main techniques are trolling with walleye spoons, crankbaits and spinner/crawler rigs pulled mostly behind in-line planer boards; however other techniques are also used on some occasions.
Trip Planner for Au Gres and Tawas Walleye Charters
Meeting Place - Unless otherwise arranged, the captain meets all customers at the prescribed time at the H&H Bakery and Restaurant. H&H has a full bakery selection along with a full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu with takeout available including coffee. The H&H Bakery and Restaurant is easy to find at the corner of US23 and S. Main in Au Gres. When the fish are congregated off Tawas Bay, customers are instructed to meet the captain at the DNR boat launch in East Tawas.
Au Gres Information and Lodging - The fabled waters of outer and inner Saginaw Bay will host Trophy Specialist's June/July walleye trips. The small town of Au Gres (AuGres) is a perfect jumping off point for "the Bay's" bountiful and monsters walleyes. Besides some of the best walleye fishing in the world, Au Gres (AuGres) offers golf courses, swimming beaches, a river walk, fishing piers, shopping, parks, camping, canoeing, hiking State Forest, bowling, motels/hotels, an amusement park, bait/tackle, and a full complement of bars and restaurants. If you're planning to fly in, it's suggested that you fly into the Tri-City airport near Saginaw. Saginaw is a hassle free, 45-mile drive from Au Gres (AuGres). It may be possible to obtain a better airfare by flying into Detroit, but the drive from Detroit to Au Gres (AuGres) is about 150 miles. From both airports, a vehicle can be rented and driven to Au Gres (AuGres). Trophy Specialist Fishing Charters recommends that all visiting customers stay at the Best Value Harbor Inn, 324 East U.S. 23, Au Gres, MI, 48703, 989-876-8131. If you mention that you are fishing with Trophy Specialists Fishing Charters, you will receive a discount on weekday stays. The newly renovated Harbor Inn is located close to the Au Gres River next to the state dock and close to the down town area featuring lots of shops, lounges and restaurants, all within walking distance. The motel features an indoor pool, hot tub, whirlpool suits, in-room coffee, air conditioned rooms, cable TV and non-smoking rooms are available. There are many eateries in the immediate area to satisfy all budgets and tastes.
Licensing - Customers will be responsible for obtaining the proper Michigan fishing license prior to the prescribed meeting time. Michigan offers a one-day license for a nominal fee. Youths under 17 do not need a fishing license. You can either buy your license the day before the charter locally in Au Gres or purchase licenses on the Internet at: Buy Fishing Licenses On-line.
Bring Along - your fishing license, proper attire (warm boots and cloths during the spring), rain gear, brimmed hat, sunscreen, camera, sun-glasses, food and beverages. Drinking alcoholic beverages is allowed on board the boat, but only in moderation. Only small coolers that can fit under the seats are allowed on the boat. Basically, if your cooler is too large to be allowed on an airliner as carry-on baggage, then it shouldn't go on the boat either. A larger cooler should also be available off the boat for transporting your catch home. If you're flying into Michigan, be sure to check with your airline for any rules pertaining to transporting fish. To prevent spills and stains, coffee can only be consumed on the boat in a spill resistant container. Michigan law states that all youths under 16 year old must where a personal flotation device (PFD) at all times on the water. In addition, Trophy Specialist's encourages everyone to wear a PFD when the boat is underway and above trolling speeds. Trophy Specialists will make available comfortable life vests in various standard adult sizes (small to XX-large) along with the required type III - PFDs. It is required that parties with children or adults smaller or larger than standard adult sizes (30" to 60" chest) bring their own Coast Guard approved PFDs.
Seasickness Precautions - If you're prone to motion sickness, standard over-the-counter medications such as Dramamine might be a good idea. When taken as directed at least one hour prior to the scheduled departure time, those nasty symptoms can usually be controlled. If you've suffered from sea-sickness in the past or have never been exposed to big water fishing, it's recommended that acidic or alcoholic beverages be avoided and eating in moderation both before and during the trip is also a good idea.
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