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The thing about Lake Michigan fishing captains is that they’re all lively characters with stories to tell. You have to be a little wild to take a boat out on the unpredictable waters of Lake Michigan and hunt for fish worth taking pictures of-- after reeling ‘em in. Nicky Boy Charters has four boats operating…

Lake Michigan fishing parties are what the captains and crew at Nicky Boy Charters do well, especially for bachelor and bachelorette parties. An alternative to the bar scene for a bachelor or bachelorette party is a Lake Michigan fishing party, where you gather a bunch of people together and go out on one of the…

To avoid sea sickness on Lake Michigan there are some things to consider before getting on a fishing charter boat and going out on the water. Feeling sick on a boat is pure misery, and no one wants to feel dizzy, disoriented, and ready to puke at any time, right? The thing is this: your…

The Port Washington fishing charter service known as Nicky Boy Charters is the best charter to fish on Lake Michigan. First of all, Nicky Boy has the largest fleet of boats out of Port Washington, Wisconsin. With four boats operating 7 days a week, the Captains and their crews can accommodate several people and even…

At Nicky Boy Charters, we’re having a great time salmon fishing Lake Michigan this summer. Where did the time go? We’ve been reeling in so many fish, and taking so many pictures of the big ones that we just realized it’s already mid-season! You know what they say—time flies when you’re having fun! Or is…

April 21st was the day we had waited for—the big boat launch day when we put all four of our boats in the water at Port Washington Marina. Our Lake Michigan charter fishing service couldn’t happen without our beloved boats in the water, you know? Our Nicky Boy boats were put into the water via…

Nicky Boy Charters is glad to offer fishermen some salmon trolling tips on Lake Michigan. Lake Michigan’s weather conditions change often, and it’s important to know how weather affects trolling. If you’re looking at a clear, blue sky after a low pressure front, you’re going to need to work smaller spoons, lures or baits at…

Fishing on Lake Michigan is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and serves as a great way for parents and kids to bond. Kids need their parents’ time. It’s what matters most. How many kids have you seen showing off on the playground to any adult who will give them some attention? Kids crave attention. They…

The rock band Green Day has a popular song that says, “It's something unpredictable but in the end is right; I hope you had the time of your life.” Were they singing about fishing? Maybe. Lake Michigan salmon fishing is unpredictable and can end up literally being the “time of your life.” A trip with…

This just in: your Lake Michigan fishing report calls for great salmon and trout fishing in 2014. In Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, where Nicky Boy Charters is based at Port Washington Marina, it’s only April and already people are looking for a great Lake Michigan fishing report. At the Port Washington shore near the power plant…

Be a good parent; take your kids fishing on Lake Michigan. Get them away from their iPhone, iPad or whatever other handheld video device they’re addicted to, and introduce them to the feel of the wind at their back, the sound of seagulls in the air, and the excitement of reeling in the catch of…

After a long, cold winter in Wisconsin, there are two things many people look forward to each spring. Early April means opening day for the Milwaukee Brewers and opening day for Port Washington Marina. Baseball and fishing—doesn’t get more American than that! Speaking of fishing, Port Washington Marina is where Nicky Boy Charters just celebrated…

One of the advantages of being a Port Washington Fishing Charter is Nicky Boy’s proximity to one of the greatest NFL teams there ever was/there is: The Green Bay Packers. And here’s the great news for football fans who also love to fish: Nicky Boy has partnered up with P.A.R. 13. What’s that you ask?…

Nicky Boy Charters offers fun Lake Michigan charter fishing trips, and if you’re in business for yourself or working for a company, taking a client out on the water for an adventure is a sure way to impress them. Everyday life can become mundane. How many times can a person check their email or have…

While there are many fishing charter services a person can choose from to do a salmon fishing trip on Lake Michigan, the best one is Nicky Boy Charters of Port Washington. According to WISN.com (Milwaukee’s Channel 12), Nicky Boy Charters has won an A-list Award two years in a row as “Best Fishing Charter” for…

Nicky Boy Charters offers the finest fishing on Lake Michigan. With the largest fleet in Port Washington, Wisconsin, Nicky Boy is known for covering more water than anyone else. We have four boats on the water which means more teamwork from your captain, not to mention 94 years of combined experience between the four of…