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Based out of Port Clinton, Bercaw Sportfishing is your ticket to creating new memories fishing Lake Erie and learning with Capt. Drew!

Capt. Drew is a personable guide with one goal in mind, to get you on some fish and to make sure you have fun doing it. You’ll be using techniques like trolling, drift fishing, jigging, and spinning, depending on what you’re going after. As part of their 7-hour trips, you can target species like Walleye, Perch, and Bass, depending on the current season and weather conditions.

When fishing with Captain Drew, you can expect to learn a new trick or two. Lake Erie is his playground, and he’s known for his action-packed trips and friendly character. His knowledge is endless, and he has a reputation as one of the most hard-working captains in Lake Erie.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 30’ Sportcraft boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat features a toilet and ice box. When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.

You’ll be able to keep any legal species caught during the trip. Children are welcome aboard, so you’re good to get the young ones started early.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Bercaw Sportfishing.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    7 hour trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 1 - Oct 20 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu)
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $740
    Weekday trip for up to 4 people
    Types of fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $840
    7 hours dock to dock for up to 6 people. Rod, reels, bait, and ice are provided. Choose between Walleye, Perch, and Bass. From 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Private trip
    7 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 1
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $840
    7 hours dock to dock for up to 6 people. Rod, reels, bait, and ice are provided. Choose between Walleye, Perch, and Bass. From 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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Customer reviews

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Excellent
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David B.
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Great October Walleye Fishing

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip (AM) on October 11, 2024
We had a great day of fishing with Captain Drew and his mate Matt.  It was my boys first time walleye fishing and I was concerned...
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Great Experience

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip (AM) on June 19, 2024
We as a group of old Navy friends took a charter with Captain Drew. It was very hot, humid and no breeze at all, the lake was...
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Robyn C.
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Great day, Great Captain

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip (AM) on August 4, 2024
Bought thisbfishing charter trio for my husband fir the two of us as an anniversary present.  Fabulous day, forever memories...
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James S.
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Amazing Experience

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip (PM) on June 16, 2024
Drew was a fantastic Captain.  He put us right on the fish and we were at limit in less than 2 hours AMAZING 👏 If you don’t...
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Steve B.
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Worthwhile fishing trip

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip (AM) on June 6, 2024
Captain Drew put full effort to create a positive experience for us.  He was approachable, kind, patient, and helpful.  He...
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FAQs about Bercaw Sportfishing

Bercaw Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $740 per group - 7 hour trip (8 hours)
  • US $840 per group - 7 Hour Trip (AM) (7 hours)
  • US $840 per group - 7 Hour Trip (PM) (7 hours)

When you book a trip with Bercaw Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Bercaw Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures

Bercaw Sportfishing offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Lake )

Bercaw Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Bercaw Sportfishing include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Drew Bercaw
Port Clinton, Ohio, United States
ID & license verified
32 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2022
Captain Drew has 20 years of expertise as a professional angler. With Bercaw Sportfishing, customers get a one on one experience with Captain Drew to go fishing for Walleye, Perch and Bass on Lake Erie. "I provide top of the line equipment and technique know-how to give you the best chance to catch fish on Lake Erie."

The fish you can target

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

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2003
Boat manufacturer
Sportcraft
Boat type
Pilothouse

Engine model
Mercruiser 8.1 liter inboard 496ci
Powered by
1 x 370HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Lake Fishing
Lake

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Multimedia System
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

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
You Keep Catch

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
American Express
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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