The Michigan Charter Boat Association (MCBA) is a nonprofit organization based in Michigan, dedicated to fostering a professional charter industry in the state. Our members are United States Coast Guard licensed for the Great Lakes, and all charter boats undergo state inspections, making Michigan the only state on the Great Lakes to mandate such inspections. Every year, the MCBA provides scholarships to individuals studying Fisheries Biology, supporting the next generation of experts dedicated to preserving and enhancing our Great Lakes fisheries. Our member captains are committed to maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and safety in the charter industry.
President: Karl Burnside
president@michigancharterboatassociation.org
25’ Chieftain: Little Lady
Secretary John Giszczak
secretary@michigancharterboatassociation.org
28’ Cherokee; Stray Cat
Vice President: Holly Engel
vp@michigancharterboatassociation.org
36’ Tiara: Best Chance
Treasurer: Tony Radjenovich
treasurer@michigancharterboatassociation.org
28’ Hewescraft Leelanaut
Lake St. Clair & Lake Erie, 2024
Vacant
Volunteer?
Captain Jeff Panich
Northern Lake Huron- 2025
fishcopcharters@yahoo.com
24' Trophy Pro: Fish Cop
Captain William Dunk
Southern Lake Huron - 2025
Fishon1066@hotmail.com
30' Pursuit: On Point
Captain Paul Vanderwall
Southern Lake Michigan - 2026
paulvanderwall1965@gmail.com
31' Tiara: Alure
Captain Mark Williams
Central Lake Michigan - 2026
Capt.mwilliams@gmail.com
38' Tiara: Silver Addiction
Captain Bruce Shane
Northern Lake Michigan - 2026
rigandrollcharters@gmail.com
28' Boston Whaler: LuSea
Captain Jim LaBeske
Upper Peninsula - 2025
jlabeske@gmail.com
21' Ranger: Hook & Heuver
Mark Williams, Drug Program Coordinator
drugprogramcoordinator@michigancharterboatassociation.org
888-872-0294
