Pursuer Charters 

4.9/5 (33 reviews)
 5835 West Main Street Olcott, Olcott, NY 14028, United States

Pursuer Charters 

Olcott, NY, United States
30 ft
6
4.9/5 (33 reviews)

Get ready for the chase of a lifetime and have Pursuer Charters put you on some incredible King Salmon! Captain Lee Samson has over 40 years of experience fishing Lake Ontario and has landed some massive Chinook in his day, including a 35-pounder. He's won several local tournaments and he possesses all the right skills to show you an incredible time on the water!

You'll be fishing off of a 30' Baha offshore sportfisher, equipped with outriggers, downriggers, dipsy divers, side planers, and state-of-the-art Garmin navigational electronics. This boat is fully-loaded with all of the amenities you need for a successful day, plus more. She has a private toilet, a bed, plenty of comfy seating, and a hardtop to protect against bad weather. Last but not least, you'll be provided with top-quality rods and reels to ensure the best fishing experience possible.

You'll be trolling for Chinook, Coho, and Atlantic Salmon, as well as Rainbow, Lake, and Brown Trout. Capt. Lee uses Big Jon downriggers, side planers, and dipsy divers for trolling so he covers lots of ground, resulting in efficient numbers. When it's time to call it a day, you'll have your catch cleaned so you can enjoy a delicious Salmon or Trout fillet when you get home.

Just be sure to purchase an NYS fishing license and arrive 10 minutes before the departure time. You can buy your license online for $10, it only takes a few minutes, and it's very easy to do.

Feel free to bring snacks and drinks, and be sure to pack an extra layer of clothing in case it gets windy. Capt. Lee will take care of everything else and make sure you have an awesome time on board. Book your next fishing trip with Pursuer Charters and get ready to create lasting memories on Lake Ontario!

Get ready for the chase of a lifetime and have Pursuer Charters put you on some incredible King Salmon! Captain Lee Samson has over 40 years of experience fishing Lake Ontario and has landed some massive Chinook in his day, including a 35-pounder. He's won several local tournaments and he possesses all the right skills to show you an incredible time on the water!

You'll be fishing off of a 30' Baha offshore sportfisher, equipped with outriggers, downriggers, dipsy divers, side planers, and state-of-the-art Garmin navigational electronics. This boat is fully-loaded with all of the amenities you need for a successful day, plus more. She has a private toilet, a bed, plenty of comfy seating, and a hardtop to protect against bad weather. Last but not least, you'll be provided with top-quality rods and reels to ensure the best fishing experience possible.

You'll be trolling for Chinook, Coho, and Atlantic Salmon, as well as Rainbow, Lake, and Brown Trout. Capt. Lee uses Big Jon downriggers, side planers, and dipsy divers for trolling so he covers lots of ground, resulting in efficient numbers. When it's time to call it a day, you'll have your catch cleaned so you can enjoy a delicious Salmon or Trout fillet when you get home.

Just be sure to purchase an NYS fishing license and arrive 10 minutes before the departure time. You can buy your license online for $10, it only takes a few minutes, and it's very easy to do.

Feel free to bring snacks and drinks, and be sure to pack an extra layer of clothing in case it gets windy. Capt. Lee will take care of everything else and make sure you have an awesome time on board. Book your next fishing trip with Pursuer Charters and get ready to create lasting memories on Lake Ontario!

Lee Samson
Captain
Lee Samson
36 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 14
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 14
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
33 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

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Recommended

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STEPHAN MERRILL
STEPHAN MERRILL
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
FANTASTIC TRIP!!!!
Half Day Trip on June 28, 20266 adults

Caught Atlantic Salmon and Rainbow trout Captain Lee and Mike are excellent teachers,guides and fisherman I highly recommend them.

Lee Samson
Response from Captain

Thanks - enjoyed getting your out. Good group fun to share with u out Lake Ontario fishery!

Kenny Rhodes
Kenny Rhodes
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
captain was cool- 1st mate was on target all day.
Half Day Trip on June 9, 20266 adults

what a day on the lake- brought my boy and 4 work buddies. captain was a friend from the beginning. 1st mate mike- the young man didnt stop worling all day. highly recommend this trip.

Reported catch:
Coho Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Lee Samson
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review , it was a pleasure taking your group out fishing!

James Mortell
James Mortell
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2018
5.0
Verified
Salmon Trip a big success.
Half Day Trip on August 9, 20252 adults

Pursuers Charters crew was excellent. Took : relatives, who were first time Salmon fishing They all had a great experience. The crew was patient as they worked them through landing 12 nice size fish. Would highly recommend.

Lee Samson
Response from Captain

Glad u enjoyed your trip. It’s always good when everything comes together !

Walt Lang
Walt Lang
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2018
5.0
Verified
Pursuer
Full Day Trip on July 21, 20252 adults

Everything was outstanding great crew and there were some minor issues,but Captain Lee called us to let us know what the situation was and he solved all the problems.

Lee Samson
Response from Captain

Thanks , glad u enjoyed your trip. Enjoy the salmon filets.

Bill Hocter
Bill Hocter
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2021
5 trips
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
Full Day Trip on July 26, 20252 adults

Lee Samson
Response from Captain

Glad you enjoyed your trip .

FAQs about Pursuer Charters

Pursuer Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Pursuer Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private head
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Bed
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Pursuer Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate (Tips are always appreciated! )
Pursuer Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Ontario )
Pursuer Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling (Using downriggers, dipsy divers, & side planers )
Top targeted fish species with Pursuer Charters include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)

Your captain

Lee Samson
Lee Samson
Lee Samson

Olcott, New York, United States

ID & license verified
33 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2019

Captain Lee Sampson has been a charter captain since 1990 and has loved every minute on the job. He's been fishing Lake Ontario since he was a young boy and knows how to read these waters like a book. Capt. Lee is also a 2-time Niagara Fishing Derby champion and has placed in several other local tournaments on Lake Ontario. His biggest catch of all time is a 35 lb King Salmon and he's caught tons of big Trout and other freshwater species. Capt. Lee welcomes anglers of all levels of experience on board. He's a patient teacher with decades of knowledge and interesting stories to share. Book your trip with Pursuer Charters and get ready to fish the productive waters of Lake Ontario with Capt. Lee!

Our Team
Mike L.

Mike L.

First mate

ID & license verified
33 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2019

Captain Lee Sampson has been a charter captain since 1990 and has loved every minute on the job. He's been fishing Lake Ontario since he was a young boy and knows how to read these waters like a book. Capt. Lee is also a 2-time Niagara Fishing Derby champion and has placed in several other local tournaments on Lake Ontario. His biggest catch of all time is a 35 lb King Salmon and he's caught tons of big Trout and other freshwater species. Capt. Lee welcomes anglers of all levels of experience on board. He's a patient teacher with decades of knowledge and interesting stories to share. Book your trip with Pursuer Charters and get ready to fish the productive waters of Lake Ontario with Capt. Lee!

Our Team
Mike L.

Mike L.

First mate

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Atlantic Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Atlantic Salmon
Atlantic Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
1999
Boat manufacturer
Baha
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Mercrusier
Powered by
2 x 300HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Lake Ontario

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling
Using downriggers, dipsy divers, & side planers

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Private head
GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Bed
Outriggers
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Tips are always appreciated!

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Ages 10 & up
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Only for undersized 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

What’s biting in Olcott right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Lake TroutLake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)

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