Ditch Chicken Charters 

4.9/5 (63 reviews)
 Lampe Marina Boat Ramp, Erie, PA 16507, United States
4.9/5 (63 reviews)
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Lampe Marina Boat Ramp
Erie, PA, United States
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Now is the perfect time to have an awesome fishing adventure with Ditch Chicken Charters and Captain Paul Snyder and his First Mate Ryan Snyder. This father and son dynamic duo will make sure you have a great time out with them, catch lots of lake fish, and make some unforgettable memories.

Hop on board their 23’ Parker walkaround boat. This compact boat can give you and 4 fishing friends the opportunity to go trolling on Lake Erie. Twelve lines can be in the water at once, giving you the maximum opportunity to catch plenty of fish. There is also a 9.8. HP four-stroke trolling motor to help give you that extra edge.

This beautifully maintained boat has a 225 HP Yamaha engine. She boasts full navigational and safety equipment. Her fishfinder, and the captain’s extensive knowledge of the area, will have you on top of the fish all day.

On the menu are Walleye, Steelhead, and Lake Trout predominantly. Please note, Lake Trout fishing is from April to May. You can also catch Coho and Chinook Salmon, and Yellow Perch. After the trip, the captain is happy to fillet your haul for you. Don’t forget your own cooler with ice to take your fish home in.

All Okuma rods and reels are included. These top quality rods won’t let you down when you’re reeling in your dream catch. You are encouraged to bring a small cooler of your own food and drinks in – you’ll need to keep your energy up.

Children over 8 years old are welcome on board – life vests are available to them. They are sure to have some awesome stories to tell their friends back at school!

You will need to purchase a Pennsylvania fishing license and Lake Erie permit before the day. If going after Lake Trout and Steelhead you will need to purchase an additional Trout and combo permit.

There is no better time to fish Lake Erie. Join Capt. Paul for an amazing day out!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (97)

Wonderful trip!
Wonderful trip!
Wonderful trip!
+94

Angler rating

59
4
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 63 reviews
Showing: 5 of 63 reviews
Dawn K.
Dawn K.
5.0/5

Jul 22, 2025

6 Hour Afternoon Trip (5 PERSONS)

Wonderful trip!

VERIFIED

We went out with Captain Paul for a fishing trip to catch walleye! We had 3 kids with us ranging from 8-13. Captain Paul was very attentive and helpful. We caught 30 fish and had a wonderful time. Two people with us did get sea sick, but we laugh about it now! Would recommend this fishing charter. 10 out of 10!

We went out with Captain Paul for a fishing trip to catch walleye! We had 3 kids with us ranging from 8-13. Captain Paul was very...  

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 Dawn K. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters
 Dawn K. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters

Jason W.
Jason W.
5.0/5

Aug 15, 2025

Full Day Trip (2 PERSONS)

Fishing with Paul

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Great captain. Great last minute trip. Will definitely go with Paul again.

Great captain. Great last minute trip. Will definitely go with Paul again.  

 Jason W. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Jason W. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Janie H.
Janie H.
5.0/5

Jul 6, 2025

Full Day Trip (3 PERSONS)

First time out on Lake Erie for fishing.

VERIFIED

Captain Paul was awesome, took us out and got set up, starting catching walleye within 30 minutes, all 3 of us got our limit, some really nice fish. We even got a steelhead that was good size. We will definitely go out with Captain Paul again.

Captain Paul was awesome, took us out and got set up, starting catching walleye within 30 minutes, all 3 of us got our limit,...  

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 Janie H. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters
 Janie H. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters

Michelle P.
Michelle P.
5.0/5

Jun 21, 2025

Full Day Trip (5 PERSONS)

Best time for the whole family

VERIFIED

Our captain did a great job helping us catch our limit is just a few hours. We had a great 1st experience. We never fished on a body of water so big and the captain helped us through the whole process! Def recommend Ditch Chicken.

Our captain did a great job helping us catch our limit is just a few hours. We had a great 1st experience. We never fished on...  

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 Michelle P. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters
 Michelle P. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters

Robert E.
Robert E.
5.0/5

Jul 11, 2025

Full Day Trip (2 PERSONS)

Ditch Chicken Charters

VERIFIED

This was me and my daughters first time out on Lake Erie and man was it a good one. Caught our limit if Walleye and a few Steelhead and one Lake Trout. Capt. Paul thank you for a wonderful day on the water.

This was me and my daughters first time out on Lake Erie and man was it a good one. Caught our limit if Walleye and a few Steelhead...  

 Robert E. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters
 Robert E. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters

Trip availability and prices

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Full Day Trip (2 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Afternoon Trip (2 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip (3 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Afternoon Trip (3 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Jul 31
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip (4 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Afternoon Trip (4 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Jul 31
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip (5 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
8 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Afternoon Trip (5 PERSONS)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
6 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 6 - Jul 31
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 5 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (97)

Wonderful trip!
Wonderful trip!
Wonderful trip!
+94

Angler rating

59
4
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

98%

Showing 1 - 5 of 63 reviews
Showing: 5 of 63 reviews
Dawn K.
Dawn K.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Wonderful trip!

VERIFIED

6 Hour Afternoon Trip (5 PERSONS) on July 22, 2025

We went out with Captain Paul for a fishing trip to catch walleye! We had 3 kids with us ranging from 8-13. Captain Paul was very attentive and helpful. We caught 30 fish and had a wonderful time. Two people with us did get sea sick, but we laugh about it now! Would recommend this fishing charter. 10 out of 10!

We went out with Captain Paul for a fishing trip to catch walleye! We had 3 kids with us ranging from 8-13. Captain Paul was very attentive and helpful. We caught 30 fish and had a wonderful time. Two people with us did get sea sick, but we laugh about it now! Would recommend this fishing charter. 10 out of 10!  

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Jason W.
Jason W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Paul

VERIFIED
NEW

Full Day Trip (2 PERSONS) on August 15, 2025

Great captain. Great last minute trip. Will definitely go with Paul again.

Great captain. Great last minute trip. Will definitely go with Paul again.  

 Jason W. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Janie H.
Janie H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

First time out on Lake Erie for fishing.

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip (3 PERSONS) on July 6, 2025

Captain Paul was awesome, took us out and got set up, starting catching walleye within 30 minutes, all 3 of us got our limit, some really nice fish. We even got a steelhead that was good size. We will definitely go out with Captain Paul again.

Captain Paul was awesome, took us out and got set up, starting catching walleye within 30 minutes, all 3 of us got our limit, some really nice fish. We even got a steelhead that was good size. We will definitely go out with Captain Paul again.  

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Michelle P.
Michelle P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Best time for the whole family

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip (5 PERSONS) on June 21, 2025

Our captain did a great job helping us catch our limit is just a few hours. We had a great 1st experience. We never fished on a body of water so big and the captain helped us through the whole process! Def recommend Ditch Chicken.

Our captain did a great job helping us catch our limit is just a few hours. We had a great 1st experience. We never fished on a body of water so big and the captain helped us through the whole process! Def recommend Ditch Chicken.  

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 Michelle P. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters

Robert E.
Robert E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Ditch Chicken Charters

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip (2 PERSONS) on July 11, 2025

This was me and my daughters first time out on Lake Erie and man was it a good one. Caught our limit if Walleye and a few Steelhead and one Lake Trout. Capt. Paul thank you for a wonderful day on the water.

This was me and my daughters first time out on Lake Erie and man was it a good one. Caught our limit if Walleye and a few Steelhead and one Lake Trout. Capt. Paul thank you for a wonderful day on the water.  

 Robert E. recommends Ditch Chicken Charters

FAQs about Ditch Chicken Charters

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Walkaround

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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