Indiana's Finest Fishing Fleet

About the INCCA

Indiana has the longest and most productive Lake Michigan fishing season compared to any of the other Lake Michigan states. To get in on your share of this exciting action, you can do no better than scheduling a trip with one of the experienced charter captains who belong to Indiana's North Coast Charter Association. There's sure to be a captain, crew, and a boat perfect for your group.

Each INCCA captain holds a U.S. Coast Guard license to operate passenger vessels and all of the boats are inspected annually by the Indiana DNR to insure they have all the required safety gear and are maintained in top condition. In addition, each captain and their crew are certified drug free. Most important, they all love to fish, love to help other catch fish, and have the experience to bring it all together for your group.

Check any of the captains listed below to plan a fishing trip for you, your family, or friends.

INCCA Charters

Angry Pirate Charters

Capt. Bill Forrest

Phone or Text: 815-546-2671
Email: billforrest34@gmail.com
angrypiratefishingcharters.com

Wild Dog Good Guyde Service

Capt. Guy Lopez

Phone: 847-420-3046
Email: jgesox@yahoo.com
www.wilddogguide.com

Brother Nature Charters

Capt. Mike Schoonveld

Toll Free: 877-725-6665
Cell: 219-819-0000
Email: captain@bronature.com
www.brother-nature.com

Kingseeker Charters

Capt. John Warren

Home: 219-374-6011
Cell: 815-641-0276
Email: kingseeker23@hotmail.com
www.kingseekercharters.com

Schellfish Charters

Capt. Bob Schell

Cell: 708-372-8201
Home: 708-672-4454
Email: schellfish1@aol.com
www.schellfishcharters.com

Whitecap Outfitters

Capt. John & Connie Dembowski

Phone: 219-730-9135
Email: whitecapoutfittersllc@gmail.com
www.whitecapoutfittersllc.com

Fisher of Men Charters

Capt. Dave Torma

Phone: 574-386-2372
Email: fisherofmendjt@msn.com
www.fisherofmensalmoncharters.com

Captain Q Charters

Capt. Heath Malone

Phone: 219-869-0297
Email: heathqmalone@yahoo.com
www.captainqfishing.com

Tightline Fishing Charters

Capt. Tyler Kreighbaum

Phone: 219-898-6312
Email: tightlinefishingcharters@gmail.com
www.tightlinefish.com

Fire Drill Charters

Capt. Kevin Malcer

Phone: 219-898-8111
Alt Phone: 219-898-8282
Email: kevin@firedrillcharters.com
www.firedrillcharters.com

Area Lodging

Comfort Inn

219-845-4678
7813 Indianapolis Blvd.
Hammond, IN 46324

The Comfort Inn is located about 10 minutes from the Chicago (Pastrick) Marina, about 15 minutes from the Hammond Marina, and less than 20 minutes from the Portage Public Marina.

It's just across the street from the Cabela's Hammond store, Walmart, and close to several restaurants.

$119.00 per night
Ask for the CHARTER DISCOUNT

Best Western Plus

219-734-6727
6200 Melton Road
Portage, IN 46368

This hotel is located off of I-94 just across the highway from the Portage Public Marina, less than 20 minutes to the East Chicago Marina and about 30 minutes to the Michigan City Marina.

It's close to a number of fast-food, chain, and independent restaurants, gas stations, and convenience stores. The Bass Pro Shops, Portage store is at this interchange and it's close to Portage Lakefront Park with shore fishing locations and a Lake Michigan beach.
The hotel has a pool, fitness rooms, free breakfast, and other amenities.

Standard (1 bed) $99.00
King Suite (2 beds) $109.00
Queen Suite (3 beds) $119.00
Ask for the FISHERMAN'S RATE

Ramada Inn & Conference Center

219-803-1547
4141 S. Calumet Ave
Hammond, IN 46320

This is the most convenient hotel for fishermen heading for Hammond Marina, but not so convenient to the marinas at East Chicago, Portage, or Michigan City.

However, this is the closest Indiana hotel to downtown Chicago if side trips are planned.
The Ramada has all the usual amenities including on-site dining, in-house bar, and an outoor pool

$85.60 per night
Ask for the CHARTERFISH DISCOUNT