HOLLAND BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sunset on the Unsalted: An Evening Drift on Lake Michigan with Capt. Scott Charon
A three-hour sunset cruise and salmon-and-trout fishing trip aboard the 3000 Pursuit Offshore “Unsalted,” launching from Yacht Basin Marina in Holland, Michigan.
Sunset on the Unsalted: An Evening Drift on Lake Michigan with Capt. Scott Charon.
On Lake Michigan off Holland, Michigan, the Unsalted offers a restrained, small-boat sunset cruise that doubles as a light fishing outing: Capt. Scott W. Charon, a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain with decades on these waters, runs three-hour departures where guests can relax, sip beverages and try for salmon and trout as the sun slides toward the horizon.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Seasoned local leadership
Capt. Scott W. Charon runs the Unsalted and brings decades of experience on Lake Michigan; he is U.S. Coast Guard licensed and holds CPR and First‑Aid certification.
A purpose-built offshore platform
The charter boat “Unsalted” is a 3000 Pursuit Offshore with a full cabin and a private head, fitted for Great Lakes fishing and designed for comfort and safety.
Sunset, still water and light fishing
The trip blends a relaxed sunset cruise with opportunities to fish for salmon and trout—an evening that favors low-key socializing, beverage service and memorable lakeside light.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Board at Yacht Basin Marina and settle into the Unsalted for a three-hour passage across Lake Michigan that trades the bustle of shore for the steady cadence of offshore light. The outing is meant to be unhurried: guests can fish for salmon and trout, use the cabin and private head as needed, and watch the sun lower over the water while Capt. Charon handles the running and safety.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Guests are encouraged to bring beverages and whatever personal comforts they prefer for a three-hour evening on the water.
The Unsalted has a full cabin and a private head available for use during the cruise.
Safety is emphasized: the boat meets U.S. Coast Guard safety regulations, has passed Michigan DNR inspections and the captain is CPR and First‑Aid certified.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the sunset cruise?
The cruise runs approximately three hours.
Where do I meet the boat?
Boarding is at Yacht Basin Marina, 1866 Ottawa Beach Road, Holland, MI, Slip C-43.
How many people can be on a charter?
Charters accommodate up to six people.
What kind of boat is used?
The operator runs the 3000 Pursuit Offshore charter boat named “Unsalted,” which has a full cabin.
Is the captain qualified and is the boat safe?
Capt. Scott W. Charon is U.S. Coast Guard licensed, CPR and First‑Aid certified; the boat meets U.S. Coast Guard regulations, has passed Michigan DNR inspections and the operation is fully insured.
What will we be fishing for?
The cruise includes opportunities to fish for salmon and trout.
How do I book or check availability?
You can call Unsalted Outfitters for availability or book online.