Based on the positive feedback from the captain’s fisherpeople, the number of people in the group will be 4. The groups liked the space they had on the boat as well as the personal attention he could give to each member.

Book your next fishing trip with Dwight’s Guide Service and discover what freshwater fishing is all about! Captain Dwight Zeman has been running charters on Lake Erie since 2003 and is ready to show you the time of your life.

His 30’ Sportcraft is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities designed to give you the best fishing experience no matter what. This includes a Lowrance GPS and fishfinder, VHF radio, a 350 HP Mercruiser engine, and outriggers with large sled-like boards for trolling. She also comes with a private head and space for 6 guests to fish at the same time. However, Capt. Dwight recommends 4 people per trip for the ultimate experience.

His Sportcraft is docked in Foxhaven Marina on Catawba Island, conveniently located close to some of the most productive fishing grounds on Lake Erie. Capt. Dwight loves taking his guests jigging for Walleye in April when that technique works the best. Post spawn, he specializes in trolling and/or casting while drifting when targeting Walleye. Yellow Perch are caught while anchored.

You’ll be provided with premium rods and reels, as well as live bait and lures. Just be sure to purchase your fishing license before the trip and meet Capt. Dwight at the nearby McDonalds on Catawba Island or at Foxhaven Marina. Fish cleaning is available at an extra cost.There’s free customer parking at the dock

Get ready for some fun freshwater fishing with Dwight’s Guide Service! Feel free to bring snacks and drinks and be sure to pack extra layers of comfortable clothing and non-slip shoes. Capt. Dwight will show you the best time and make sure you get put on some incredible fish!



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  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31
    US $560
    The main targets on this trip are Walleye and Perch. Seven-hour trips typically start at 6:00 a.m. but can be customized based on the customer's preferences and start as late as noon. Just let Capt. Dwight know ahead of time. You can even split up your trip, fish a few hours on one day, stay overnight, and then continue fishing the next morning! Please, have in mind that due to COVID-19 social distancing, only 4 anglers can book a trip!
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FAQs about Dwight's Guide Service

Dwight's Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $560 per group - 7 Hour Trip (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Dwight's Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private head with pump style flushing
  • GPS Lowrance 12"
  • Fishfinder We use a split screen on the Lowrance
  • Outriggers Large sled-like boards used when trolling

Trips booked with Dwight's Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa reels and a variety of different rods)
  • Live Bait (For Walleye and Perch)
  • Lures
  • First Mate (When appropriate)

Dwight's Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Erie)

Dwight's Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Trolling (With large outrigger boards)
  • Spinning
  • Jigging (Mostly in April)
  • Drift Fishing (Cast as you drift)

Top targeted fish species with Dwight's Guide Service include:
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Meet the Captain

Dwight Zeman
Port Clinton, Ohio, United States
26 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
63 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2019
Captain Dwight Zeman began fishing with his father at the young age of 5. He always loved being outdoors, particularly fishing and hunting. When he had children of his own, he kept the family tradition alive and carried that same passion and intuition down to the next generation. While they were growing up, he took them out into the wilderness every chance that he can get. One of them liked it so much that he also began his own guide service on Lake Erie for fishing as well as hunting Waterfowl.

About this listing

Targeted species

Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch
Walleye Walleye

Boat specs

Sportcraft (Cuddy cabin) originally built in 2001. Powered by a 350HP Mercruiser 454 CID engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Lake Erie

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Trolling
With large outrigger boards
Spinning
Jigging
Mostly in April
Drift Fishing
Cast as you drift

Amenities

Toilet
Private head with pump style flushing
GPS
Lowrance 12"
Fishfinder
We use a split screen on the Lowrance
Outriggers
Large sled-like boards used when trolling

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Daiwa reels and a variety of different rods
Live Bait
For Walleye and Perch
Lures
First Mate
When appropriate

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

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 7 and up
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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April fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Dan F.
Watertown, WI
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5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on April 21, 2023
Fun trip with Dwight. He was very informative. He taught us a lot about Lake Erie and what to expect at different times of...
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Aaron H.
Bristol, IN
Excellent
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Fishing with Dwight

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on May 15, 2023
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Carlos S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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A great day on Lake Erie

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on May 13, 2023
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Tom W.
Westerville, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Full Day with Dwight and Chris

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on June 27, 2022
Dwight is experienced, knowledgeable and fun to be around.  He eagerly shares his knowledge regarding the fish, the boat,...
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Dan G.
Dayton, OH
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2 day weekend trip with Capt Dwight

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip on May 30, 2020
Outstanding 2 days on the water May 30th-31st with Capt Dwight, group of 4.  Capt Dwight put us on fish both days, with our...
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