Dollar Down Charters invites you to enjoy a terrific day of fishing around the Lake Erie Islands. Captain David specializes in trolling for Walleye or Perch fishing. He’s been fishing in the area for over 40 years and he knows these fishing spots like the back of his palm.

Captain David owns and operates a 27’ Sportcraft Performance fishing boat, originally built in 2000 with a capacity for up to 6 guests. There’s enough room for everybody to fish at the same time, so you don’t need to worry about waiting for your turn. The boat is powered by a 330 HP Big Block 454 Chevy engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 27 knots – this Sportscraft is fast and very reliable on the water.

Your main targets for the day will be Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, and Yellow Perch. There are 2 types of trips you can choose from, depending on the fishing technique you want – trolling or casting. You can keep the catch (within the regulations) and have it filleted for you at the fish cleaning facility, 3 blocks from the marina.

The captain will provide your fishing equipment and fresh water for the day. You need to bring your snacks and drinks, and a cooler for the catch if you want to keep it. You can purchase your fishing license online or at the bait shop, which is at your meeting spot. Kids ages 7 and above are welcome and life vests are provided for them, as well.

Start your adventure with Dollar Down Charters and experience Lake Erie like never before!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Casting (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 10 - Oct 31
    US $450
    Get up with the sunrise and use the best time for fishing. The captain will prepare your fishing equipment, bait, and lures. You'll need to purchase your fishing license before the trip starts.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Casting (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 10 - Oct 31
    US $450
    If you're looking for a tasty meal after the trip, don't forget to bring a cooler for your catch! The captain will cover your fishing equipment but you'll need to bring your snacks and drinks for the day.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Trolling (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 10 - Oct 31
    US $550
    Purchase your fishing license and bring a cooler for the catch! The captain will provide everything you need for fishing and it's up to you to bring food and drinks for the day.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Trolling (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 10 - Oct 31
    US $550
    Take a slow morning, go fishing in the afternoon, and catch the tastiest fish for your dinner. Close to the marina, there's a cleaning station, where you can have your fish filleted. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to reel 'em in!
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 10 - Oct 31
    US $750
    Spend the whole day trolling for Walleye and Perch. The captain will provide your fishing equipment, bait, and lures. Bring your snacks and drinks for the day. If you decide to keep your catch, you can have it cleaned close to the marina.

FAQs about Dollar Down Charters

Dollar Down Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Casting (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - Half Day Trip – Casting (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Trolling (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Trolling (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip – Trolling (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Dollar Down Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Dollar Down Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Cabela's, Central Basin and Pflueger)
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Water)

Dollar Down Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Vermilion. Oh)
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Dollar Down Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Dollar Down Charters include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Meet the Captain

David Holdren
Vermilion, Ohio, United States
8 Customer reviews
Response time 24 hours
Member since May 2019
Captain David has been fishing Lake Erie since 1974 and he has been a captain for the past 7 years. He loves meeting new people and introducing them to fishing. He regularly participates in tournaments and he has placed second in many local ones. His boat is well known for catching big fish.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Perch (Yellow) Yellow Perch
Walleye Walleye

Boat specs

Sportcraft (Sportfishing) originally built in 2000. Powered by a 330HP Big block 454chevy engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 27 knots.

Length
27 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Vermilion. Oh
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Private
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Cabela's, Central Basin and Pflueger
Live Bait
Lures
Drinks
Water

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
At least 7 years old; life vests supplied
No Alcohol
No hard liquor; beer is ok
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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.5 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.2 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
75%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
50%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Howard T.
North Canton, Ohio
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Calm Day on the Lake

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Trolling (AM) on June 6, 2020
I was always told lake erie is pretty rough, but not on our day. It was a nice sunny day where the biggest waves were caused...
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Celena D. V.
Brunswick, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Trolling (AM) on July 28, 2020
He was so nice my son seven years of age got scared he tried talking to him about other things to take his mind off of what...
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Diana D.
Willard, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain Dave

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Casting (PM) on June 18, 2020
We had an amazing trip. Captain Dave was obliging in every way! He paid special attention to the kids, ensuring that they had...
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Jeremiah B.
New Philadelphia, OH
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day, Lifetime Memory

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Casting (AM) on June 3, 2020
Overall great experience. First time for most of the group. Captain went out of his way to help the one guy getting sick have...
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Aaron S.
Cleveland, OH
Very good
3.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Bad
2.0 / 5
Overall

We didn't catch 1 single fish to eat

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Trolling (PM) on July 22, 2020
Captain and boat and equipment were great conversationalists. Entertaining and Friendly. 6 people fishing and not catching...
Aaron S. does not recommend Dollar Down Charters
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