Fishing Rates

Policies and Guidelines:

  • BE SAFE AND HAVE FUN!!
  • Up to 4 anglers per trip
  • All trips include fish cleaning
  • All advertised trip durations are dock to dock.  
  • $100 deposit for all trips, any cancellations within 1 month of set fishing date, deposit will be kept. We understand things happen and will try to reschedule if possible.
  • Captains make all final decisions to go out if there is inclement weather. If we decide the day is unfishable we will reschedule.
  • Any trip cut short due to “sea sickness” will be charged in full.
  • All trips will be until requested time is met or limit is caught.
  • Gift certificates are available
  • If there any special requests please let us know. We aim to please!
  • As always,  it is customary to TIP.  Please treat your mate as if they were your bartender or server.  Thank you!!

What To Bring….

  • Fishing License (depending on what state waters we are fishing will determine which license will be needed, Captain will walk you through exactly what you need days before the trip)
  • Dress for the weather. The spring temps are generally 10 degrees cooler on the Lake then on shore.  Likewise, for the summer make sure to wear light clothes because temps can get hot.
  • Food and drinks are allowed on “The Bloodline” but are not provided. There will be a cooler provided to store anything you may want to bring.  NO GLASS BOTTLES!!!
  • Have a way to transport your fish. All fish will be cleaned and bagged.
  • If you have any thought that you may get sea sick take Dramamine the night before, taking it the morning of will not help.
  • Other things to consider bringing include: Sun Block, Sun Glasses, Rain Gear, Camera, Extra Clothes.

Here are the links to the license websites:

Indiana Licensing:

Indiana Licenses

Illinois Licensing:

Illinois Licenses

Salmon and Trout Rates:

Spring (Late March to Early May)

Monday thru Thursday, Half Day, 4-5 Hours

  • 1-4 Anglers $450

Friday through Sunday,  Half Day, 4-5 Hours, Morning or Afternoon availability

  • 1-4 Anglers $500

Summer (Mid May to September)

Monday thru Thursday, Full Day Only

  • 1-3 Anglers $525
  • 4 anglers $600


Friday thru Sunday, Full Day Only, 7 hours 

  • 1-4 Anglers $600

Yellow Perch Rates:

Trips can range anywhere from March to December when fish are in.  Please keep in mind that this fishery can be hit or miss, but when its on it can be very good!

5-6 hours

$600 for up to 4 anglers with fish cleaning.

$500 for up to 4 anglers with no fish cleaning.

All bait and tackle included.