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Genesis
Angling

Faith, family, fishing.
Our goal is to provide every fisherman, young and old, with an angling experience they'll never forget.
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Who We Are

Hello, I'm USCG Master Captain, Daniel (Dan) Buck and I've lived in Michigan my whole life. My wife and I are currently raising our three children in West Michigan. Fishing on the Great Lakes is one of my favorite places to be. Sharing my love of fishing with others and connecting with other anglers brings me great joy. Many of my best memories have been made with friends and family while fishing together.

Whether we are catching jumbo perch or salmon on Lake Michigan or world class walleye on Lake Erie, we always make memories that will last a lifetime. How do we do this?

  • Partial or Full-day Charters on Lake Michigan and Lake Erie
  • Small Personal Groups
  • Individual Instruction for New Fishermen
  • Fishing for Jumbo Perch, Walleye and Salmon
  • Cleaning of Fish

Join Genesis Angling and let us create new memories for you and your family.

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Young man holding salmon on a small fishing boat
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Previous Charters

Hear from our past clients about their experience and what to expect from the Genesis Angling crew.
Father and teenage son holding their fresh caught Walleye

Chad DeJong

"You need to book Genesis Angling! Whether we were after walleye in the Detroit River or salmon in Lake Michigan, Dan has always provided more than we could’ve imagined out of our trip. His attention to detail is above anything I have ever experienced with other fishing charters.

Dan will work hard to get you on fish and keep you on them. Genesis Angling know fish, and they know fishing. My sons and I will continue to use them."
Man standing by his truck liftgate with 11 fish from his trip

Hunter Seelbinder

"Genesis Angling all the way!  No need to look elsewhere. I've fished with Daniel countless times over the years for every species that the lakes have to offer. His ability to find the fish and figure out what works to land them is second to none. Fish solo, bring friends or bring the family. 

Here’s a picture from a recent walleye fishing trip a few of us went on. Daniel has a great attitude and he’s an awesome guy to fish with! I’ll be fishing with him again!"

Planning Your Next Trip

Planning a fishing trip doesn't need to be hard. Take a look at our charters and see which one works for you.
Man holding salmon on the boat

Salmon Fishing

  • $500.00 for charter.
  • Fishing out of West Michigan.
  • 5 hours or limits.
  • 1-3 Passengers Included. 1 additional passenger may be added for $100.00 each.
  • Max of 4 passengers.
  • $100.00 trip deposit to reserve your trip.
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Walleye Jigging

  • $450.00 for charter.
  • Fishing out of the Detroit River.
  • 5 hours or limits.
  • 1-3 Passengers Included. 1 additional passenger may be added for $100.00 each.
  • Max of 6 passengers.
  • $100.00 trip deposit to reserve your trip.
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Jumbo Perch Fishing

  • $650.00 for charter.
  • Fishing out of West Michigan
  • 5 hours or limits.
  • 1-3 Passengers Included. 1 additional passenger may be added for $150.00 each.
  • Max of 6 passengers.
  • $100.00 trip deposit to reserve your trip.
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Additional Information

Here are some more details to ensure you're ready the day of your trip.
What should I bring with me?
  • Snacks & drinks
  • Dress appropriately for conditions
  • Large cooler to transport cleaned fish
  • Michigan fishing license
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Do I need to pay for the trip in full upon reserving?

Deposit of $100 is required to schedule your trip. The remaining balance is due in person the day of the fishing trip.

What is your cancellation policy?

We are flexible and if you need to reschedule we do our best to accommodate. Cancellations must be made two weeks prior to your trip to receive a full refund. Safety always comes first! If we have to cancel a trip due to weather, we will reschedule to another date or refund your deposit.

Contact Us and Let's Plan Your Trip

Call us at 616-550-2001 and let's talk about your next trip on the lake. We will answer your questions and figure out the best trip for you.

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