Book a trip aboard the IT-IL-DO or the Red Baron with Captains Jim & Chad Bard — USCG-licensed charter captains chasing King Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout, Brown Trout and Coho out of the Port of South Haven.
Brothers Captains Jim and Chad Bard are grandsons of a commercial fisherman and grew up fishing Lake Michigan out of the Port of South Haven. Their grandfather commercially fished for whitefish and chub through the 1950s and ’60s, and their father and uncles turned to salmon fishing and tournament competition from Michigan City to Ludington.
Jim and Chad — along with several family members — have won and placed in tournaments for more than 30 years and remain well recognized on the tournament trail today. Their parents still live along the Black River in South Haven, keeping the family's ties to the lake as strong as ever.
We run two fully equipped charter boats and welcome individuals, families, executive outings and corporate groups — with additional boats available for larger parties.
Our Home Port & Directions
33’ Tiara Sportsfisherman Flybridge
30’ Cherokee Charter Edition
Every trip is run by a United States Coast Guard licensed charter boat captain.
GPS, radar, marine radios, fish finders and electric downriggers on both boats.
30+ years of tournament wins and placements from Michigan City to Ludington.
Four generations on the water — individuals, families and corporate groups welcome.
Trips fill up in advance — call, email or book online to reserve your date.
Book Your Trip NowOr call Captain Chad directly at (269) 214-6934