Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton
+11Join Special-Eyes Charters on an exciting adventure in Port Clinton! The captain has been fishing Lake Erie his entire life and knows all the best spots to get you hooked up. He caters his trips to all types of anglers, from novice to pro, and all ages are welcome as well.
You’ll be fishing from a 30’ Cherokee hardtop sportfisher, powered by twin 300 HP Crusader engines. The boat is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder, VHF radio, radar, as well as top-quality tackle, outriggers, downriggers, a fridge, a toilet, and a cooler for drinks. She accommodates up to 6 guests and everyone can fish comfortably at the same time.
You’ll be fishing the Walleye Capital of the World, so naturally, your main target is Walleye. Lake Erie is filled with many other exciting species as well, including Freshwater Drum, Yellow Perch, and Largemouth Bass. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to reel in an A-lister and the captain will provide as much assistance as you need.
The captain starts casting jigs as soon as late March and early April and continues this type of “rod-in-hand” fishing all year long. You can switch up the technique and change from jigs to casting harnesses as the waters start to warm up.
You’ll also be able to troll, especially if the lake is calm. The captain and his crew will make every effort to take care of your wishes and customize your trip based on your preferences.
You’ll be provided with nothing but the finest gear, as well as live bait and high-performance lures. All you need to do is pick up a fishing license before your trip, pack extra layers of clothing, and bring your own snacks and drinks.
Your next Great Lakes adventure awaits. So pack your bags, start planning your trip, and join Special Eyes in Port Clinton for an exciting journey on Lake Erie!
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Special-Eyes Charters
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Good experience
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Appropriate for children
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Friendly captain
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Satisfied with the boat
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Recommend this charter
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Caught fish
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Dublin, OH
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Great day in Oak Harbor
Walleye Fishing (PM) on June 7, 2020
Had a great day catching our limit of Walleye. Capt Dave and Diane took care of us. Capt Dave gave us options of casting or trolling for the Eyes. We chose to cast since we never fished for walleye using that method. It was great and the equipment was top notch. We were on the fish in 15 minutes. Looking forward to booking again with Capt Dave as he moves his boats to Ashtabula for the remainder of the summer. Thanks for a great day!
Had a great day catching our limit of Walleye. Capt Dave and Diane took care of us. Capt Dave gave us options of casting or trolling for the Eyes. We chose to cast since we never fished for walleye using that method. It was great and the equipment was top notch. We were on the fish in 15 minutes. Looking forward to booking again with Capt Dave as he moves his boats to Ashtabula for the remainder of the summer. Thanks for a great day!
Cleveland, Ohio
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Special-Eyes is the best
Ashtabula Walleye on August 8, 2019
Great experience. Capt. Dale and crew are the best at finding walleye and you will normally limit out before the charter is scheduled to be over. While I haven't fished with the other captains that are part of Special-Eyes, I'm sure they will also provide a great experience. All equipment is top-notch and the crew make the charter enjoyable. You don't go from a 1 boat operation to a 4 boat operation unless you're doing something right and Special-Eyes Charters does it right.
Great experience. Capt. Dale and crew are the best at finding walleye and you will normally limit out before the charter is scheduled to be over. While I haven't fished with the other captains that are part of Special-Eyes, I'm sure they will also provide a great experience. All equipment is top-notch and the crew make the charter enjoyable. You don't go from a 1 boat operation to a 4 boat operation unless you're doing something right and Special-Eyes Charters does it right.
Columbus, Ohio
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a great day on the water!!
on May 5, 2019
What an absolutely great day and experience we had with Special-Eyes Charters!!! The boat and equipment were all top notch, our capt. was very knowledgeable and boy did he put us on the fish!! They took care of everything, all we did was show up and catch fish!! I highly recommend Special-Eyes Charters and we cant wait to get out with them again!!
What an absolutely great day and experience we had with Special-Eyes Charters!!! The boat and equipment were all top notch, our capt. was very knowledgeable and boy did he put us on the fish!! They took care of everything, all we did was show up and catch fish!! I highly recommend Special-Eyes Charters and we cant wait to get out with them again!!
Maple Heights, Ohio
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Walleye Charter
Walleye Fishing (AM) on August 3, 2019
We had a great time with Special-Eyes Charters. We took a trip with Captain Ron for my friends bachelor party. We arrived early and went right out onto the lake to catch our limit for the day. We caught fish quickly and we limited out quick. We would definitely recommend to others to fish with Special-Eyes Charters!
We had a great time with Special-Eyes Charters. We took a trip with Captain Ron for my friends bachelor party. We arrived early and went right out onto the lake to catch our limit for the day. We caught fish quickly and we limited out quick. We would definitely recommend to others to fish with Special-Eyes Charters!
Toledo, Ohio
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10 Plus years of reliable top notch fishing.
Ashtabula Walleye on July 4, 2019
Our family has been fishing with Captain Dale and first mate Dianne for many years. They are knowledgeable and prices are fair. Even though I have a boat docked on Lake Erie we still booked a couple trips a year. If you're looking for a outfit that knows where to find the fish and can show you a good time give Soecial Eyes a try.
Our family has been fishing with Captain Dale and first mate Dianne for many years. They are knowledgeable and prices are fair. Even though I have a boat docked on Lake Erie we still booked a couple trips a year. If you're looking for a outfit that knows where to find the fish and can show you a good time give Soecial Eyes a try.
FAQs about Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton
What are the trip rates for Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton?
Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton offers the following trip to customers:
- US $750 per group - Walleye Fishing (AM) (7 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton?
When you book a trip with Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Private head
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton?
Trips booked with Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (All high-quality equipment )
- Live Bait
- Lures
- First Mate (Tips are appreciated! )
What types of fishing does Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton offer?
Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton offers the following type of fishing:
- Lake Fishing (Lake Erie )
What fishing techniques does Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton offer?
Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle (Casting rigs & worm harnesses )
- Bottom Fishing (Bottom bouncer with harnesses )
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton?
Top targeted fish species with Special-Eyes Charters – Port Clinton include:
- Bass (Smallmouth)
- Bass (White)
- Catfish
- Freshwater Drum
- Perch (Yellow)
- Walleye
Your operator
Oak Harbor, Ohio, United States
My name is Captain Dale Grimm – the captain and owner of Special-Eyes Charters. I’ve been fishing since a very young age, as have all of the captains that work for me on our 4 boats. We all have over 30 years of experience, fishing the Walleye Capital of the World, Lake Erie. We take a great deal of pride in showing our customers a fun, memorable, and educational day on the water. All captains are USCG-licensed and have their Ohio Guides Licenses as well. The captains are Dale Grimm (Special-Eyes 1), Ron Bradway (Special-Eyes 2), Dan Hrabak (Special-Eyes 3), and Bob Balli (Special-Eyes 4). Come enjoy the day with me or one of our other 3 captains, I’m positive you’ll have a wonderful time!
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Lake Fishing
Lake Erie
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Casting rigs & worm harnesses
Bottom Fishing
Bottom bouncer with harnesses
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Private head
GPS
Fishfinder
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
All high-quality equipment
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Tips are 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
All ages are welcome!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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
PayPal
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Oak Harbor right now
Bass (Smallmouth)
Perch (Yellow)
Walleye