RJ’s Compass Guide Service

RJ’s Compass Guide Service Capt. Len Harrington and sons of RJ’ Compass Guide Service will provide an opportunity to fish Walleye and Perch! Phone ~ Capt.

Len 989-280-0719
Email- [email protected]

Every charter captain knows the feeling… there’s always that one little thing in the back of your mind that isn’t quite ...
07/18/2026

Every charter captain knows the feeling… there’s always that one little thing in the back of your mind that isn’t quite 100%. It may not affect the day on the water, but you know it’s there—and it’ll drive you crazy until it’s taken care of.
That’s why this evening and tomorrow have been set aside for some much-needed TLC on RJ. During the spring rush and deep into summer, maintenance items naturally pop up. Between charters, the priority is always making sure our clients have the best experience possible, so now it's time to go through the boat and tackle those little details that keep our guide service operating at the highest level.
I'm also always looking for ways to improve efficiency—not just on the water, but in how I store and protect our equipment. With the number of rods we carry to give clients the best opportunities throughout the day, storage can become a challenge.
I recently picked up a set of rod racks from Amazon, and I have to say, I'm pleasantly surprised with the quality and construction. I've got one set mounted on the port side, and they've made a huge difference in organization. My rods are now secure during transportation, protected from unnecessary wear, and much easier to access when we need them.
It's the little improvements behind the scenes that help deliver a top-notch experience on the water. Looking forward to getting everything dialed in and ready for the next trip!

Another awesome day on the Saginaw Bay with returning customers Hunter, Jim, and Richard! We navigated through several f...
07/12/2026

Another awesome day on the Saginaw Bay with returning customers Hunter, Jim, and Richard! We navigated through several fire drills, caught our fair share of "farm animals," but still managed to box up a nice limit of walleyes to send everyone home with a great fish fry!
Jim kept the tradition alive with his annual catfish reveal and proved they're still out there by reeling in his share. Grandpa Richard also landed what might've been a world-record sheephead... at least according to the boat! 😂
As always, the fishing was great, but the company and conversation were even better. We wrapped up the trip in memorable fashion with a four-rod clearing tangle and Hunter giving one of the rods a flex test well past its elastic limits! Thankfully, everything survived, accept the rod and we all had a good laugh.
Thanks again, Hunter, Jim, and Richard, for another fun day on the water. Looking forward to the next one! 🎣🐟

Threw the boys in the boat this morning for a recon run! First spot had us questioning our life choices, so we ran a few...
07/03/2026

Threw the boys in the boat this morning for a recon run! First spot had us questioning our life choices, so we ran a few miles east... and BOOM—bingo! Turns out the fish forgot to send us their new address. 🎣😂

Good Morning, from Linwood Beach Marina!!!!!! Gonna be hot so getting after them Walter’s early!
06/30/2026

Good Morning, from Linwood Beach Marina!!!!!! Gonna be hot so getting after them Walter’s early!

06/07/2026

For anyone who thinks charter boat captains have everything under control at all times, allow me to provide a public service announcement:
We do dumb stuff too.
Last night's evening charter was going great. Fish were cooperating, clients were happy, and six rods were running perfectly off each side of the boat. The kind of trip that makes you think, "Wow, this is almost too easy."
Which should have been my first warning.
Somewhere during the troll, the remote for my trolling motor managed to have the Anchor button pressed.
Now, those of you familiar with trolling motors already know where this story is headed.
For those who don't, imagine you're cruising along nicely at 2 mph when your trolling motor suddenly decides, "You know what? This exact spot seems great. Let's stay here forever."
The trolling motor instantly tried to lock onto a waypoint while the kicker motor continued doing its job and pushing forward.
The result?
Physics took over.
The boat performed a maneuver best described as a drunken figure skater having a medical emergency.
One second we were trolling. The next second we were doing a complete spin in the middle of the lake.
Twelve rods immediately decided they no longer respected personal space.
Lines crossed.
Boards crossed.
Rods crossed.
At least three fish from neighboring counties were probably tied into the mess.
Lines wrapped around the boat, around each other, around things I didn't even know lines could wrap around. Somewhere in the chaos I think one rod was trying to lasso me.
By the time the boat stopped impersonating a carnival ride, we had a floating ball of monofilament that would have impressed professional macramé artists.
Forty minutes later we finally had things sorted out. Several lines were sacrificed to the fishing gods, everyone's blood pressure returned to normal, and we somehow finished the trip.
So now it's Sunday.
Instead of relaxing, I'm recalibrating rods, re-rigging tackle, pulling wads of recovered line off the boat, and digging enough braided line out of my props to knit a winter sweater.
Moral of the story: Even charter captains occasionally turn a perfectly good fishing trip into a live demonstration of what not to do.
At least the clients got a bonus show.
"Captain, what are we doing?"
"Teaching a master class on line management, apparently."

Rest in peace men!
05/06/2026

Rest in peace men!

Today’s fishing trip to the bay with my crew—Jake, Wesley, Nick, my son Nick, and yours truly—was one for the books 🎣We ...
05/02/2026

Today’s fishing trip to the bay with my crew—Jake, Wesley, Nick, my son Nick, and yours truly—was one for the books 🎣
We set out at the crack of dawn chasing after some “Walters”… and let me tell you, those Walters must’ve heard we were coming and put up a fight 😆
The good news: we hauled in eight absolute studs 💪
The better news: they also proudly landed several 12-ounce “trophies”… which we’re currently accepting offers for if anyone’s looking to mount one 😂
Between the laughs, the stories, and the questionable fish sizes, it was an all-around great day with the boys. Not sure what we caught more of—fish or jokes—but either way, we’re counting it as a win.
Already looking forward to the next trip… and maybe slightly bigger “Walters” 😎
Hat tip to the captains for helping me determine where to head that gave us opportunity for the 8 we harvested!

04/25/2026

RJ and I got our Dry dock and Wet dock inspections completed over the last few days through the DNR FACTs system! Once again we have passed and vessel is in tip top shape all our documents are in order for our customers safety and reliability!

03/30/2026

**Secure Your Spot for the 2026 Walleye Season with RJ’s Compass Guide Service!** 🎣

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**RJ’s COMPASS GUIDE SERVICE**
We are now taking reservations 2026 spring/summer walleye season. Book now with a 50% down payment to secure your adventure!

Our excursions are fully customizable to meet your needs. Here are our typical rates and times:

**Saginaw Bay Walleye Excursions:**
- **Morning Excursions:** 6am - 12pm or species limit - **$550/group up to 4 people**
- **Evening Excursions:** 4pm - 9pm or species limit - **$500/group up to 4 people**

**Reel Big Fish - Season-long Contest:**
Kick off the 2026 open water season with our “All Season Biggest Walleye Contest”! The angler who catches the biggest walleye from our vessel between May 1st and November 30th will win a 50% off guide service in 2026 (Determined by overall length) current leader is 26”

**Capt. Len’s Luck Lures:**
Kids 14 and under can become the honorary 1st mate! Help the Captain select a lure, and if it catches a fish, you'll earn a random draw from the Gift Card bag.

**Safety First:**
RJ’s Compass Guide Service reserves the right to postpone or reschedule any excursion if weather conditions are unfavorable. Your safety is our top priority.

A huge shout-out to everyone who fished with us in the spring/summer of 2025 We are truly blessed to have such amazing support!

“For a reel good time,” give us a call for some bay therapy

Capt. Len Harrington
989-280-0719.

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Looking forward to seeing you on the water! 🌊🐟

If you’re running Okuma Coldwater 203D reels and notice your clutch lever locking up, feeling loose, or not latching pro...
02/17/2026

If you’re running Okuma Coldwater 203D reels and notice your clutch lever locking up, feeling loose, or not latching properly — don’t toss it on the workbench just yet!
You can head over to Okuma Fishing USA and order replacement clutch springs for just $0.33 each.
With about a 10-minute swap, you’ll have that reel back in action and avoid building a collection of “I’ll fix it later” reels.
Cheap fix. Quick repair. Back to fishing.
Once you’re in the site, you’ll need the model number of your real mine happen to be 203D’s and you’ll also need the lot number which you’ll find at the base of the reel that meets up to your Rod see the pictures in the comments below no need to enter the last Letter just the five digits!

https://www.okumafishingpartsusa.com/index.html

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Pierce Road
Freeland, MI
48623

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+19892800719

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