In this episode of the Great Lakes Fishing Podcast presented by Fish Hawk Electronics, host Chris Larsen sits down in Manistee, Michigan with Captain Mark Chmura of Pier Pressure Fishing. Mark opens the conversation with a heartfelt tribute to the late Captain Willis Kerridge, a legendary angler whose influence will be felt across Lake Michigan and beyond for years to come.

From there, Mark shares his own remarkable story—35 years as a charter captain and tournament angler, more than 50 tournament wins, and a lifetime spent building community on the water. He talks candidly about his battle with stage four prostate cancer, how faith and fishing helped carry him through, and what it means to truly appreciate the blessings around you.

With insights on the evolution of Great Lakes fisheries, the balance between tournaments and charters, and lessons learned through hardship, this conversation goes far beyond fishing tips—it’s about resilience, humility, and gratitude.

Whether you’re a seasoned tournament angler or just love hearing authentic stories from the Great Lakes, this episode with Captain Mark Chmura is one you won’t want to miss.

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