September is a Great Time to Fish. As the October King Spawning
Run approaches, Kings stagging at the St. Joseph Pier Head become
a Prime Target.
September Fishing is really a continuation
of the excellent August Fishing with more Adult Kings. Fishing at the 100’ Deep
Water Break is Outstanding, and Very Reliable. Fishing Afternoon
Charters at the Pier Head when boat traffic thins out are Thrilling! These fish are naturally “Boat Shy” they
bite much better when there are fewer boats, and less pressure. FISH
ON!!!
Chris Hazel is standing to the
left. These guys were Good Fishermen, and tough Sailors.
We fished 4-6’ Waves,they
didn’t mind they were all about Catching
Fish. Everyone helped out Brian Hazel in the Blue
T-Shirt nearly ran the whole Bird Program by himself.
Good Job Guys. I’m looking forward to next
time. FISH ON!!!
Testimonial
Letter
I Chartered a Fishing Trip for
my family and friends with Captain Russ Jarvis aboard
the Fin Nailer this past
September, and we had the absolute best time on this trip.
I
grew up fishing Lake Michigan with my dad and brothers,
and
I have to say the experience we had on the Fin Nailer was
Great.
Captain Russ never stopped working
for us, trying new water areas, different lures and presentations
for catching some BIG FISH. The Fin Nailer is a great boat
to fish on the big lake.
We had some Big Lake Rookies with
our group who
are now Seasoned Pros thanks to Captain Russ. We are definitely going to be back
on the water with Captain Russ aboard the Fin Nailer!
Thanks again Captain for a Great Time!
Chris Hazel
and the guys.
Jerry Curry’s 2nd Charter
Fishing Trip was
just as productive as the July 16th Trip. They
Boated over 30 Fish. We revived and returned
several Kings. I always have a Great Catch with
these guys on the boat. Nicely Done Guys!!
Nice Mixed Bag Catch of Fish.
Check out the
20+ lb Lake Trout in the lower center. Not Bad for
that Man’s 1st Time Out!
You
Don’t Need to
be an Experienced Fisherman to be Successful with
Fin Nailer Fishing Charters. FISH ON!!!
Greg Martin (standing to left)
Booked a Fishing
Charter for his Buddies. We had a Great Time. All
had several turns on the Rod. Nice Mixed Bag Limit
Catch. FISH ON!!!
Testimonial
Letter
Captain Russ,
The Fin Nailer is one of the cleanest
boats I have ever been on as a
Charter. It was large enough for 6 big guys to have ample room to
move around.
Captain Russ has an incredible knowledge
of fishing and the Lake.
He knows where the fish area and just what bait to use to catch the
Big Ones. He also ran multiple sets which resulted in multiple Fish
being caught at the same time. There is nothing like 3 or 4 Fish
hitting the poles at the same time. Now that is Excitement!
Captain Russ is the hardest working
captain of any Charter
Company we have fished with. He allowed us to participate in the Fishing Experience,
and didn’t just leave us sitting there.
I will definitely use Captain Russ
and the Fin Nailer for all of my future Charter Fishing
Trips. Oh, and did I mention we caught a LOT of FISH!
Sincerely,
Gregory B.
Martin, MAI
Kosene & Kosene Residential, Inc.
4495 Saguaro Trail
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Captain's Pledge to My Fishing Clients
I Truly Appreciate the Commitment & Trust
My
Clients place in me when they hire me as their Fishing
Guide. I will do my Very Best to Guide you in a Safe,
Professional, Patient, and Polite Manner, always
keeping in mind that my Goal is for you to have
the
“experience you desire, and to be successful.”
Whether it’s bonding with a Potential Client, Spend -
Quality Time with Family or Friends, or Targeting the
Big Trophy Salmon you’ve always wanted to catch, I
will do my very best to help you have that Day. My
Goal is to leave you with the opinion “That was Great” “That
was an Awesome Day!!” “That was Better Than
I’d Ever Hoped For!!”, “I Can’t Wait To Go Again!!”
This is my Promise to you and the “Scale to Which I
Hold Myself Accountable.
Capt. Russ Jarvis
“Fin Nailer”
Jack Theyel is in the Red hat holding a Nice King.
Testimonial
Letter
I put on a contest for our sales
team at Lou LaRiche Chevrolet,
Plymouth, MI. The winners would enjoy a day on the water
Fishing.
I found Captain Russ Jarvis’s
web site (Fin Nailer) and was very impressed with the layout.
I called Capt. Russ and Booked our Trip.
What a day fishing!!!
Chris Hrycaj, one of our winners had
to say:
“I was impressed from the get-go. When we set foot on the Fin Nailer, I
could tell this boat was set up for FISHING. The
comfortable cabin had everything that you need for a full day. The large Fishing
Deck had enough room for several people to have a fish on at the same time. Captain
Russ is all about catching fish. He maintains a high level of energy throughout
the day, and is quick to yell “FISH ON!!!” He takes the time to
give valuable coaching and instruction, and involves you in every aspect of the
trip. I couldn’t wait to call all my fishing buddies and show them the
pictures. If you are looking for a hard working Charter Captain who takes fishing
seriously, I would recommend Captain Russ Jarvis and the Fin Nailer to anyone.”
Debbie Baudino-Dowling had this
to say:
“This was a new experience for some of us and it
was great. Watching everybody being set up and Captain
Russ Jarvis getting everyone involved! By the end of the
trip our arms were sore, but it was worth it! King Salmon
and Lake Trout for everyone! It was a great day as well.
Our picture hags proudly in the showroom for all to see.
We can’t wait for next year!
Jack Theyel “All I have
to say is”:
Thank you Captain Russ Jarvis & the Fin Nailer! ! !
What a Day!
Mr. Jack Theyel
Financial Services Manager
Lou LaRiche Chevrolet
Plymouth, MI
Matt Whitfield
(orange shirt) must have a Great Wife. She got
him a “Surprise Charter Fishing Trip” for
his Birthday. They got their Limit, and we had
a Blast.
Mark Clark and his buddies had
a Great Day!
Everyone worked together getting the Fish in. Not
Bad for a “Bunch of Buckeyes” FISH ON!!!
Mark Hartzler and the Guys caught
a Nice Box
of King Salmon, Skamania Steelhead,and Lake Trout
including 2 Nice 4yr Old Adult Kings!
Scott Sprang (blue shirt) Booked
a Charter for
his Clients. They had a Good Day, and caught a nice
Box of Fish. Good Work Guys!
September Fishing Conditions
Lake Michigan is very reliable through the 15th,
and can be through October 1. However October seems to mark the beginning
of the Windy Season on the Big Pond. Guests should be prepared to
be flexible for late September Trips. The Sea will be Fishable 80
to 90% of the time.
The Fishing in September is Very Good in St. Joseph.
I Chartered in South Haven, MI for years. Many years in South Haven
you’d
be lucky to get 6-8 Bites on a 20 Rod Set fishing 8 hr
Charters. That's why I moved my operation to St. Joseph. Here we
have a Natural Migration of Thousands of 4yr Old Kings ready for
their Fall Spawning Run up the St. Joseph River. Note
there are 4yr Old Adults with Every Catch.
The 2 & 3yr Old Kings
migrate right along with the Adults. Once some of the Adults run
up the River, these 3yr Olds realize their now “Top of the
Food Chain” and they go Crazy. I’ve
had Trips in September where we’d catch 30+ 2 & 3yr Old
Kings. We can’t
keep them all, our limit is 3 per Angler, but their fun to catch
and release, while you’re trying for your Trout.
Fishing Calendar
Summary
St. Joseph Harbor is easily one of the Two or Three
Very Best “Whole Season Fishing Harbors”
on Lake Michigan. For my money it is the Best. I know I’ve
fished most of the others and through friends hear “What's
Going On” in all of them.
I’m getting Limit Catches in April & May when
their catching 5-6 fish in Grand Haven, and maybe a couple
Browns in Ludington. This year
the Michigan City Coho Classic Pro Tourney will
be Won within 8 miles of the St. Joseph Pier Head. Pro
boats ran over 30 miles to fish St. Joseph
Waters. Because that's where the fish are.
Our Fishing stays reliable from April to
October. “You realistically stand just as good an
opportunity at a Limit Catch May 1, as July 15,
as September 20 with Fin Nailer, LLC Fishing Charters
at St. Joseph, MI.” The fishing will change, the
fish we target and catch will change, but that's
fishing.
Captain Russ Jarvis “Nailer”
Fin Nailer, LLC Fishing Charters
“Year Around Exciting Sport Fishing Charters”
Fin
Nailer, LLC
Fishing Charters
2 Day Sportfishing Package
Includes:
2 Days Fishing
* Day 1 3pm - 8pm Afternoon Trip
* Day 2 6am - 1pm Morning Trip
1 Nights Lodging at the Park Inn Motel
269-429-3218
Ask for the Fin Nailer Fishing Charter Special
Free Breakfast at the Fireside
Resturant on the morning of your 2nd Trip.
Free Boxed Lunch for your 2nd
Trip.
$230 each
plus Motel Tax
6 Person Group
2 per Room
5 Person Group
2- 3 per Room
$250 each
plus Motel Tax
$290 each
plus Motel Tax
4 Person Group
2 per Room
“Gratuities” are not included in
these prices, but are Appreciated! 15% - 20% is normal based on your catch.
or
10% Off
The Regular Charter Rate
for both Trips and Stay
where you like.
