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Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake 

5.0
(26 reviews)
 Lake Road 2063, Ithaca, NY 13026, United States–
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Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake 

Ithaca, NY, United States
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20 ft
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5.0
(26 reviews)
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Sich's Guide Service runs fishing charters on Cayuga Lake in a 2021 starcraft fish master 196. One of the most stable and spacious platform in aluminum boats and the latest in technology gives us the edge while fishing in comfort. We can charter a maximinum of 4 customers plus the captain comfortably. We are one of fhe few boats on cayuga lake that has the comfortability to have the choice to either jig or troll with up to 4 customers. We target multispeies and not just lake trout, large catches of rainbow trout with some atlantic salmon and brown trout are common especially mid may-august. Our spot lock minn kota allows us to anchor over a coordinate to jig or maintain a course to make a troll. Fishing on cayuga lake is our specialty and we charter full time and year round on several amazing NY fisheries. It is my job day in, day out to put you on fish, come out and fish with us for a relaxing day on cayuga lake.

Trips are 6-hour trips, mainly fishing for lake trout, rainbow trout, brown trout, and atlantic salmon. Deciding what method will work best that day and the preference of the crew can often dictate our catch. Make sure the captian knows what it is you want to catch!

Everything is included in your charter, just show up with the proper clothing for the day along with some drinks and snacks in a small bag or cooler. You also need a valid NYS fishing license.
You can keep anything you catch, as long as it's legal to do so.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Sich's Guide Service.

Sich's Guide Service runs fishing charters on Cayuga Lake in a 2021 starcraft fish master 196. One of the most stable and spacious platform in aluminum boats and the latest in technology gives us the edge while fishing in comfort. We can charter a maximinum of 4 customers plus the captain comfortably. We are one of fhe few boats on cayuga lake that has the comfortability to have the choice to either jig or troll with up to 4 customers. We target multispeies and not just lake trout, large catches of rainbow trout with some atlantic salmon and brown trout are common especially mid may-august. Our spot lock minn kota allows us to anchor over a coordinate to jig or maintain a course to make a troll. Fishing on cayuga lake is our specialty and we charter full time and year round on several amazing NY fisheries. It is my job day in, day out to put you on fish, come out and fish with us for a relaxing day on cayuga lake.

Trips are 6-hour trips, mainly fishing for lake trout, rainbow trout, brown trout, and atlantic salmon. Deciding what method will work best that day and the preference of the crew can often dictate our catch. Make sure the captian knows what it is you want to catch!

Everything is included in your charter, just show up with the proper clothing for the day along with some drinks and snacks in a small bag or cooler. You also need a valid NYS fishing license.
You can keep anything you catch, as long as it's legal to do so.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Sich's Guide Service.

Joseph Sicherman
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Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Rods, reels & tackle

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5 Hour Trip
Non-refundable
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
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5.0
26 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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John Reyes
John Reyes
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great experience!
5 Hour Trip on June 10, 2026 • 2 adults

There was some last-minute problems with the original boat so Captain Dawson met me bright and early. He promised we would catch fish and catch fish we did. Dawson knows his stuff and was patient and knowledgeable and prepared. I'd recommend him to anyone.

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Joseph Sicherman
Response from Captain

thank you John!

Mike Bigelow
Mike Bigelow
us
New Jersey, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Amazing time
5 Hour Trip on June 19, 2026 • 3 adults

The captain was great! Had us on fish immediately, and was very knowledgeable and personable. We had a great time and caught a bunch of fish throughout the trip. The captain fileted all our catch with perfection. Would 100% book another trip!

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Mark Gifford
Mark Gifford
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great time
5 Hour Trip on August 25, 2026 • 3 adults

The trip was great we cought a lot of fish and the guys was a good guy

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brian Okerberg
Brian Okerberg
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
June on Cayuga
5 Hour Trip on June 11, 2025 • 2 adults

Capt Joe asked a lot of questions before the trip on what we’d like to do so knew what to expect. We had to move around the lake a bit due to some bad weather and changes to fish patterns. We eventually found the fish - as promised! Captain Joe definitely knows how to find the fish. Especially good for experienced fisherman!

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
T.j. Locke
T.j. Locke
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great time on the lake
5 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM on June 30, 2025 • 2 adults

Captain Joe was professional, competent, and friendly. He communicated well ahead of time and most importantly, he got us on the fish. I would definitely use him again.

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Joseph Sicherman
Response from Captain

Thanks TJ You were a pleasure to have aboard! Enjoy the rest of your trip.

FAQs about Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake

Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Sich's Guide Service – Cayuga Lake include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Atlantic)

Your captain

Joseph Sicherman
Joseph Sicherman
Ithaca, New York, United States
1 Fishing Report
51 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2022
Capt Joe is a full time fishing guide and charter captain based in CNY. Salmon, Steelhead, Trout, and Walleye are our target species on some of the best fisheries CNY has to offer on our fully loaded 2021 StarCraft Fish Master.
Joseph Sicherman
Joseph Sicherman
1
reports
51
reviews
2022
member since
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response
Capt Joe is a full time fishing guide and charter captain based in CNY. Salmon, Steelhead, Trout, and Walleye are our target species on some of the best fisheries CNY has to offer on our fully loaded 2021 StarCraft Fish Master.

The fish you can target

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

Real catches by this captain

  • Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of several trout on the deck of a boat, surrounded by lush greenery.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Mark G.
    Mark G.
    The trip was great we cought a lot of fish and the guys was a good guy
  • A family group proudly displaying their catch of Lake Trout while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Ed S.
    Ed S.
    Dawson was great. His focus was Rainbow and he was on point.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large fish aboard a fishing boat, with a clear blue sky and ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Ramona W.
    Ramona W.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lake Trout
    Randy S.
    Randy S.
    Our family of four went out on Cayuga and had a great time. Captain Sich met us promptly at the launch and got us on some fish. We all caught a mix of lake and rainbow trout. We’d definitely recommend his charter.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Mark R.
    Mark R.
    Amazing morning on Cayuga lake. No sooner than captain Joe set the first line and a hit. Lakers galore. Started shooting for rainbows, Got them. Highly recommend Sich's Guide Service for your year round Central New York fishing quests. Great morning!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while enjoying a day on the water, accompanied by an adult in a fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Chandra H.
    Chandra H.
    Captain Joe was awesome. He knew exactly how and where to find what we were fishing for. He was friendly and very knowledgeable.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Lake Trout
    Kimberly B.
    Kimberly B.
    We fished Cayuga for lake trout. Captain Joe put us on tons of great fish and we had an awesome time even with the 90°+ temps! Highly recommend booking with him, and we can’t wait to book again in the future!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful catch in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lake Trout
    Jeffrey D.
    Jeffrey D.
    We had an amazing time on Cayuga Lake! Captain Joe knows the lake well, understands how to fish it and made the trip a great experience. I would highly recommend that you book a trip with him. We are planning on booking with him again.
  • An adult angler proudly displaying a large Lake Trout while fishing on a clear day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Lake Trout
    Larry T.
    Larry T.
    Captain Joe is no nonsense professional. He knows the waters well and works hard so you can enjoy your trip. Recommend for those who seriously want to catch fish. Not for those who want a recreational boat trip.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Rainbow Trout while fishing on a boat, showcasing a beautiful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Left the dock at 630 am for this mornings charter. We set up into a troll looking to cover some water and find active fish. Rainbows and lakers were our target species and we found both. Short lead cores, riggers, and divers all contributed to our catch. Our rainbows were quite large, 24-28 inches respectively. Our lakers were average size and plentiful. It wasnt hot and heavy but we had our box by 10am and the guys were ready to head in. Things are still setting up on cayuga for the springtime troll bite. The fish are currently scattered, soon the bait will push up into the shallows and the bite will get very good. The rainbow fishing will continue to improve over the next few weeks as the fish get back into their normal spring pattern after the spawn.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Starcraft fish master 196
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

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

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