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Sheboygan Wisconsin Charter Fishing Reports
Provided by Captain James Schlegel of Sea Dog Sportfishing Charters of Sheboygan, with contributing reports from other area anglers.

Updated December 31, 2017

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Stay tuned throughout the season for current Lake Michigan charter fishing reports from Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Area charter captains will keep you informed with up to the minute reports describing the latest fishing activity. Sheboygan is well known for its excellent trout and salmon fishing, and has held numerous state records over the years. With a plentiful bait fish supply, deep water access close to shore, three unique rivers, and a varied lake bottom structure, Sheboygan continues to produce a record number of fish all season long.

2017 Fishing Reports

Sheboygan Charter Fishing Boats

APRIL 22, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

A great start to the season here in Sheboygan. We fished right outside the pier heads to the filtration plant in 30 to 40 foot of water. Water was cloudy due to the rains earlier this week and in the upper 40’s for temperature. We caught most of our fish on boards and diver rods using a variety of spoons & stick baits. We can’t ask for a better start to the year as we caught a number of larger king salmon, a huge lake trout and a bunch of browns. Join my crew and I for the 13th annual “Ride a Charter Boat Day” Tuesday May 16th starting at 6:00 pm. Free boat rides & salmon recipes sponsored by the Sheboygan Area Great Lakes Sport Fishermen’s club membership. This is always a fun time with family & friends.

sheboygan charter fishing reports April 2017

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MAY 21, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

After more then two straight days of strong northeast winds and canceled trips, we finally were able to get out on the water this Sunday. We fished right outside the pier heads where huge schools of bait fish were gathering. The coho salmon have finally started showing up at our door step. Our boats had some luck catching a number of chinook and coho salmon. No real fishing pattern at all. We used smaller spoons, plugs and the smaller orange dodgers with peanut flies. Also thanks to all the club volunteers, charter boat captains and Coast Guard for making our annual “Ride a Charter Boat Day” another success this past Tuesday. The weather cooperated and we set a new record for attendance, boat rides and smiling faces.

Sheboygan salmon fishing report May 2017

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MAY 30, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

After a busy Memorial Day weekend on the water, more and more coho salmon are showing up here in Sheboygan. We are having a good chance at catching limits of coho salmon if the conditions are right. Many anglers are reporting great fishing anywhere from the harbor out to more than 200 feet of water. A good number of larger salmon and rainbow trout are also now being caught here in Sheboygan.

sheboygan fishing salmon

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JUNE 7, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

The beginning of June has produced some great fishing here in Sheboygan. We started the month with all limit catches for our guests. When conditions are right, the coho salmon fishing can be none stop fishing action. This is our mornings catch from Thursday June 1st.

fishing sheboygan June 1

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JUNE 15, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

The coho salmon fishing here in Sheboygan is still excellent. We have been getting consistant double digit catches on a daily basis. We've been fishing the 120 to 180 foot range right out our port. Theres never been a better time to get out on the water and experience this world-class fishing.

fishing sheboygan

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JULY 09, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

Fished the harbor this evening and landed a half dozen large king salmon. We have been consistently catching a number of king salmon, coho salmon and rainbow trout this week. Visit my facebook link above for the latest daily fishing reports.

sheboygan fishing july 2017

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JULY 16, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

We have been consistently catching a number of king salmon, coho salmon and rainbow trout this week. Here is our catch from Thursday mornings trip. Visit my facebook link above for the latest daily fishing reports.

sheboygan fishing july 13, 2017

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AUGUST 19, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

We have been consistently catching a number of king salmon, coho salmon, rainbow trout and lake trout this week. Here is our catch from Saturday mornings trip. Visit my facebook link above for the latest daily fishing reports.

august 2017 fishing report Sheboygan

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OCTOBER 21, 2017 - Captain James Schlegel

That’s all folks. We put the boats away for the winter. It was another fun filled successful fishing season here in Sheboygan. It started out as one of our busiest years to date, and the fishing was just fantastic with plenty of great memories. This year’s weather could have been better with a little less wind, but we did our best to work with what mother nature dealt us. Thanks to all that had the opportunity to fish with us this summer. My crew worked very hard to make sure you had an enjoyable and successful fishing experience. We’re looking forward to another great year in 2018 and celebrate our 35th year in business. We will be taking reservations for next season, so please call early to secure your prefered fishing dates. And until next season, have a great winter and hope to see you all next year. Visit my facebook link above for the latest updates and fishing reports.

Rainbow Trout Wisconsin Salmon Fishing

2018 Calendar of Fishing Events

January 1 to December 31, 2018 Sheboygan's Big Fish Contest
January 16, 2018 SAGLSF Club Membership Meeting
February 17, 2018 SAGLSF Club Awards Get Together
March 20, 2018 SAGLSF Club Membership Meeting
March 24, 2018 SAGLSF Fishing Swap Meet
April 1 to October 31, 2018 SAGLSF Club Fishing Contest
April 17, 2018 SAGLSF Club Membership Meeting
May 15, 2018 Ride a Charter Boat Day sponsored by the SAGLSF
June 2-3, 2018 Wisconsin Free Fishing Weekend, no license required
June 23, 2018 SAGLSF Junior Coho Derby
July 8, 2018 SAGLSF Sheboygan/Ozaukee Club Fishing Contest
July 18, 2018 Women's Powder Puff Fishing Derby
August 11-12, 2018 Riverfront Coho Derby
September 18, 2018 Club Membership Meeting
October 16, 2018 SAGLSF Club Membership Meeting
November 20, 2018 SAGLSF Club Membership Meeting

Wisconsin's State Record Fish

Species

Weight

Length

Date

Chinook Salmon	44 lbs. 15 oz.	47.5"	07/19/94
Coho Salmon	26 lbs. 1.2 oz.	38.0"	08/21/99
Rainbow Trout	27 lbs. 2 oz.	42.5"	07/26/97
Lake Trout	47 lbs. 0 oz.	na	09/09/46
Brown Trout	41 lbs. 6 oz.	40.6"	07/16/10

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