A&C Sportfishing Charters 

5.0
(52 reviews)
 Oasis Marina, Lorain, OH 44052, United States–

A&C Sportfishing Charters 

Lorain, OH, United States
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27 ft
6
5.0
(52 reviews)

A&C Sportfishing Charters is a full-service fishing charter company operating along the southern shores of Lake Erie. Locally owned and operated by Captain Alex Zelinko, every charter is built on years of experience out on the lake. You’ll be fishing the best spots around to bring in a boatload of fish and have a blast doing it!

Capt. Alex’s 272 Sport-Craft boat was built to dominate the lake. Her ample deck space allows everyone to fish at once, while Dipsy Divers and planer boards help reach hard-to-reach fish. She has a livewell to keep your bait fresh and ice chests for your catch. In short, she has everything you’ll need for some awesome angling.

The boat has plenty of room for up to 6 guests. She has a comfortable cabin where you can escape the elements and even includes a private head (bathroom) for extra comfort on longer trips. This makes her perfect for families, kids, and anyone who wants to enjoy a great day on Lake Erie.

Spend the day chasing either Walleye or Steelhead, Capt. Alex’s specialty species. Walleye trips focus on either drifting or trolling, while Steelhead fishing involves a variety of techniques depending on how deep the fish are.

All A&C Sportfishing Charters trips come with quality rods and reels, as well as a choice of lures and live bait. Capt. Alex prepares his bait ahead of the trip so you can spend as much time as possible fishing. So grab your fishing license, food, and drinks, and jump aboard for a classic Lake Erie fishing experience!

A&C Sportfishing Charters is a full-service fishing charter company operating along the southern shores of Lake Erie. Locally owned and operated by Captain Alex Zelinko, every charter is built on years of experience out on the lake. You’ll be fishing the best spots around to bring in a boatload of fish and have a blast doing it!

Capt. Alex’s 272 Sport-Craft boat was built to dominate the lake. Her ample deck space allows everyone to fish at once, while Dipsy Divers and planer boards help reach hard-to-reach fish. She has a livewell to keep your bait fresh and ice chests for your catch. In short, she has everything you’ll need for some awesome angling.

The boat has plenty of room for up to 6 guests. She has a comfortable cabin where you can escape the elements and even includes a private head (bathroom) for extra comfort on longer trips. This makes her perfect for families, kids, and anyone who wants to enjoy a great day on Lake Erie.

Spend the day chasing either Walleye or Steelhead, Capt. Alex’s specialty species. Walleye trips focus on either drifting or trolling, while Steelhead fishing involves a variety of techniques depending on how deep the fish are.

All A&C Sportfishing Charters trips come with quality rods and reels, as well as a choice of lures and live bait. Capt. Alex prepares his bait ahead of the trip so you can spend as much time as possible fishing. So grab your fishing license, food, and drinks, and jump aboard for a classic Lake Erie fishing experience!

A&c Sportfishing Charters
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A&c Sportfishing Charters
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4 Hour – Walleye Charter
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Walleye
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour – Walleye Trip
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 24
Walleye
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour – Afternoon Walleye Trip
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 30
Walleye
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour – Walleye Charter
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Walleye
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour – Walleye Trip
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - Nov 30
Walleye
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour – Walleye Charter
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 30
Walleye
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
2 Day – Walleye Trip
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
2 Day Trip starts at 7:00 AM
Overnight stay, lodging
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Nov 30
Walleye
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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5.0
52 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (86)

What anglers say

95%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Ryan Hooper
Ryan Hooper
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great guide
4 Hour – Walleye Charter on August 9, 2026 • 4 adults

My son and I had a great morning trip with Captain Alex. Knowledgeable and really easy going guy. A lot of fun bringing in walleye. I should point out that the listing says cleaning and filleting are included but that is not the case. Alex pointed us to a fish cleaner about 15 minutes away that worked out fine. Also, I know some folks prefer to bleed out their walleye on the boat and that is not done on this charter. But a great time on a really well equipped boat with a captain who knows what he's doing.

Reported catch:
Walleye
White Bass
Cheryl Patterson
Cheryl Patterson
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great day on the lake!
4 Hour – Walleye Charter on August 6, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

We had such a great experience! Captain Alex took us straight to the fish. Our day started with Alex making sure that our grandson caught the biggest fish :) ...at least for most of the trip. We caught so many Walleye. I had no idea fishing was so easy and fun! And now we get to enjoy fish dinners with our family.

A&c Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

awesome day with your group! see you all next time!

Dave Yovanno
Dave Yovanno
Repeat angler
us
California, US
Member since 2022
7 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
5 Hour – Walleye Trip on June 19, 2026 • 6 adults

Alex was awesome. He accepted our reservation last minute after another captain canceled, saying the conditions were too rough. Lake Erie averages 2-3 ft chop. We experienced about 3-6 ft chop. Alex handled it like a pro, put us on 28 walleye and a handful of drum. Very happy with the experience overall and would highly recommend Alex!

Reported catch:
Walleye
A&c Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

lt was an absolute pleasure having your crew out to enjoy the day! Looking forward to it again in the future!

David Downey
David Downey
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great family day on the water
5 Hour – Walleye Trip on August 29, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

Captain Alex was fantastic. Family friendly and he put us right on the fish with steady catches for the half day trip. We will be calling to setup another charter in the spring and we would definitely recommend anyone looking at this Charter company to book their trip.

A&c Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Great day on the water wirh you guys! looking forward to it again!

Ala Radomski
Ala Radomski
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Alex
5 Hour – Walleye Trip on October 10, 2026 • 6 adults

A&c Sportfishing Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thabk you for the review!

FAQs about A&C Sportfishing Charters

A&C Sportfishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour – Afternoon Walleye Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour – Walleye Charter (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour – Walleye Charter - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $80 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour – Walleye Trip (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour – Walleye Charter (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour – Walleye Trip (6 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 8 Hour – Walleye Charter (8 hours)
  • US $1,500 per day per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 2 Day – Walleye Trip (2 days)
When you book a trip with A&C Sportfishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full Private Restroom / full-size boat toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor Autopilot.
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with A&C Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes, Bait is included in all trips!)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (For an extra fee.)
  • Drinks (bottled water)
  • First mate (As needed.)
A&C Sportfishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Some trips are near shore other times we can go up to 18 miles offshore. These trips usually happen in July/August when it gets hot and the fish are in deeper water.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
A&C Sportfishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with A&C Sportfishing Charters include:
  • Bass (White)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Your operator

A&c Sportfishing Charters
A&c Sportfishing Charters
Lorain, Ohio, United States
ID & license verified
52 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since August 2018
Captain Alex Zelinko has been fishing on Lake Erie for the better part of 25 years. Growing up, he was always out fishing with his family and good friend John. His grandfather owns a fishing marina in the western basin of Lake Erie, So he spent a lot of time around boats as a young man. Capt. Alex also likes to tournament fish and sponsors the kids division in the annual Walleye Slam & Fall Brawl Tournament!
A&c Sportfishing Charters
A&c Sportfishing Charters
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52
reviews
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Captain Alex Zelinko has been fishing on Lake Erie for the better part of 25 years. Growing up, he was always out fishing with his family and good friend John. His grandfather owns a fishing marina in the western basin of Lake Erie, So he spent a lot of time around boats as a young man. Capt. Alex also likes to tournament fish and sponsors the kids division in the annual Walleye Slam & Fall Brawl Tournament!

The fish you can target

White Bass
White Bass
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye
White Bass
White Bass
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • A cooler filled with freshly caught Walleye, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Doug B.
    Doug B.
    Captain Alex, really knows his fishing. He knew where to find the fish, put us right on em, and kept us busy throughout the trip!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a freshly caught Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    David D.
    David D.
    Captain Alex was fantastic. Family friendly and he put us right on the fish with steady catches for the half day trip. We will be calling to setup another charter in the spring and we would definitely recommend anyone looking at this Charter company to book their trip.
  • Young angler proudly holding a large Walleye while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a scenic water setting.
    Cheryl P.
    Cheryl P.
    We had such a great experience! Captain Alex took us straight to the fish. Our day started with Alex making sure that our grandson caught the biggest fish :) ...at least for most of the trip. We caught so many Walleye. I had no idea fishing was so easy and fun! And now we get to enjoy fish dinners with our family.
  • A display of freshly caught Walleye arranged on a board at the dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Thomas R.
    Thomas R.
    Captain Alex knows his stuff; he put us on fish. He was nice and laid-back. The boat was comfortable.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a boat, with friends enjoying the day in the background.
    Fish 1
    Black Drum
    Dave Y.
    Dave Y.
    Alex was awesome. He accepted our reservation last minute after another captain canceled, saying the conditions were too rough. Lake Erie averages 2-3 ft chop. We experienced about 3-6 ft chop. Alex handled it like a pro, put us on 28 walleye and a handful of drum. Very happy with the experience overall and would highly recommend Alex!
  • Adult angler standing beside a neatly arranged display of multiple striped bass on a wooden catch board at a marina dock.
    Fish 1
    Speckled Trout
    Jamie G.
    Jamie G.
    Captain Alex was an amazing dude and very professional!! Knew where to go to catch the big ones!!! Highly recommend 👌
  • Angler proudly displaying a Walleye caught while fishing on a charter boat in open waters.
    Matt L.
    Matt L.
    Caught our limit even while raining. Amazing time!
  • A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on the dock after a successful fishing trip with A&G Sportfishing Charters.
    Mike Z.
    Mike Z.
  • Group of four anglers posing beside a charter boat and a large display of freshly caught fish on the dock.
    Fish 1
    Yellow Perch
    Theodore K.
    Theodore K.
    Our captain Alex was fantastic…. He works very hard to make sure you catch fish and enjoy the day…. We will definitely book again with him !!!!!
  • Large collection of walleye arranged on a wooden marina dock beside coolers and a boat.
    Zach M.
    Zach M.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
1998
Boat manufacturer
SportCraft
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 385HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Full Private Restroom / full-size boat toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Autopilot.
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes, Bait is included in all trips!
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
For an extra fee.
Drinks
bottled water
First mate
As needed.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 60 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 60 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
Ages 6 and up.
No smoking
You keep catch
Bring cooler to transport fish.

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Lorain right now

Perch (Yellow)Perch (Yellow)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
WalleyeWalleye

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