In Between the Lines SportFishing 

5.0/5 (20 reviews)
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 Harbor Drive 8365, Mentor, OH 44060, United States

In Between the Lines SportFishing 

Mentor, OH, United States
35 ft
6
5.0/5 (20 reviews)

Fish in comfort on this 35' Viking Sport Cruiser, the best fishing boat on the Great Lakes. Book your next trip with In Between the Lines Sportfishing and find out what makes fishing in Lake Erie so unique. Your guide for the day is Captain Mark, giving you access to years of professional experience.

Targeting both Walleye and Steelhead (Rainbow Trout), the captain uses advanced trolling techniques to target Walleye. He has the newest electronics and latest trolling gear to target trophy fish across Lake Erie.

Capt. Mark will bring you aboard a 35' Viking Sport Cruiser that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Anglers reeling in the largest receive a prize, T-Shirt, Ball Cap, or a Coffee Mug. Merchandise is also available for purchase.

In Between the Lines Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Don't leave home without snacks, drinks, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so and a 20% tip is customary. You'll need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with In Between the Lines Sportfishing.

Fish in comfort on this 35' Viking Sport Cruiser, the best fishing boat on the Great Lakes. Book your next trip with In Between the Lines Sportfishing and find out what makes fishing in Lake Erie so unique. Your guide for the day is Captain Mark, giving you access to years of professional experience.

Targeting both Walleye and Steelhead (Rainbow Trout), the captain uses advanced trolling techniques to target Walleye. He has the newest electronics and latest trolling gear to target trophy fish across Lake Erie.

Capt. Mark will bring you aboard a 35' Viking Sport Cruiser that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. What's more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Anglers reeling in the largest receive a prize, T-Shirt, Ball Cap, or a Coffee Mug. Merchandise is also available for purchase.

In Between the Lines Sportfishing welcomes kids aboard, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Don't leave home without snacks, drinks, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so and a 20% tip is customary. You'll need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with In Between the Lines Sportfishing.

Mark Schoolcraft
Captain
Mark Schoolcraft
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Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
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Walleye/Steelhead 6 man trip - 6hr
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 15
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $260
Entire boat: 2 people
Walleye/Steelhead 5 man trip - 6hrs
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 15
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $280
Entire boat: 2 people
Walleye/Steelhead 4 man trip - 6hrs
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 15
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $300
Entire boat: 2 people
Walleye/Steelhead 3 man trip - 6hrs
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 15
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
Walleye/Steelhead 2 man trip - 4hrs
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 15 (Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Walleye/Steelhead 1 man trip 4 hrs
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Nov 15 (Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Fishing - Half Day Trip
Non-refundable
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Aug 31 (Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fishing - 3/4 Day Trip
Non-refundable
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Aug 31 (Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Fishing - Full Day Trip
Non-refundable
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Aug 31 (Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
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5.0
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Ryan Yeary
Ryan Yeary
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
4.7
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New
mark finds the fish
Fishing - Half Day Trip on July 26, 20265 adults1 child

hearing the radio no was doing to good some charter was coming in with only 15 and we had 30 and 2 steelies at the end went 2 for 4 on steelies today we worked for them but mark and cole found them for us Pretty much 20in average great time!!!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Mark Schoolcraft
Response from Captain

Thanks Ryan - you had a great crew! Looking forward to fishing with you again.

Barry Wolf
Barry Wolf
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2024
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Walleye magnet!!!
Fishing - Half Day Trip on May 31, 20262 adults

Captain Mark and his first mate were nothing short of sensational. This is my son and I‘s first wall trip ever on Lake Erie and to say it was flawless would not be doing it justice. We would definitely go with this crew again and plan to very soon. Incredible core memory!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Mark Schoolcraft
Response from Captain

Thanks Barry - we had a great day and hope you come back!

Michael Sorrento
Michael Sorrento
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2021
7 trips
5.0
Verified
Perfect Outing
Special 4 hour trip for Michael Sorrento on October 14, 20251 adult

This was one of, if not the most outstanding fishing excursions ive ever had and I've been on many. Capt Mark and crew handled everything with ease and we were on fish within 10 minutes and cought walleye and steelhead limits in nearly 2 hours. Most definitely recommend and i will be back too.

Mark Schoolcraft
Response from Captain

Thanks and looking forward to fishing with you again!

Michael Ison
Michael Ison
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Water
Fishing - Half Day Trip on August 9, 20256 adults

The captain and first mate worked their backsides off to get us fish. We lost a few at the boat but still managed to fill the cooler. I would highly recommend IBTL charters for Lake Erie fishing

Reported catch:
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Mark Schoolcraft
Response from Captain

thank you! enjoyed fishing with you!

DENNIS JONES
DENNIS JONES
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Mark
Fishing - Half Day Trip on July 30, 20253 adults1 child

Mark Schoolcraft
Response from Captain

Thank you - I appreciated it!

FAQs about In Between the Lines SportFishing

In Between the Lines SportFishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $130 per person - Walleye/Steelhead 6 man trip - 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $140 per person - Walleye/Steelhead 5 man trip - 6hrs (6 hours)
  • US $150 per person - Walleye/Steelhead 4 man trip - 6hrs (6 hours)
  • US $175 per person - Walleye/Steelhead 3 man trip - 6hrs (6 hours)
  • US $250 per person - Walleye/Steelhead 2 man trip - 4hrs (4 hours)
  • US $275 per person - Walleye/Steelhead 1 man trip 4 hrs (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Fishing - Half Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Fishing - 3/4 Day Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Fishing - Full Day Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with In Between the Lines SportFishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet A fully functional bathroom with a Vanity, Sink, and Flush toilet.
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with In Between the Lines SportFishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait, mostly nightcrawlers are used occasionally and are provided. Most baits are artificial lures like spoons and various sizes of crankbaits.)
  • Lures
  • First mate (Ken and Whit)
In Between the Lines SportFishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Erie can get rough at times - 3–5' waves max.)
  • Nearshore fishing (Early in the year the big schools are 2–5 miles.)
  • Offshore fishing (Later in the year the trophy fish are 15–20 miles.)
  • Reef fishing
In Between the Lines SportFishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with In Between the Lines SportFishing include:
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Mark Schoolcraft
Mark Schoolcraft
Mark Schoolcraft

Mentor, Ohio, United States

22 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2023

I'm Captain Mark, and I've been chasing trophy fish across North and Central America since I was 12 years old and sportfishing for over 50 years. Caught Peacock Bass in Panama; Groupers, Red Snapper, and Tarpon in Florida; Musky, Pike, Walleye, and Smallmouth Bass in Canada; Walleye, Steelhead, and Perch on Lake Erie; as well as Brown Trout, Lake Trout, and King Salmon on Lake Ontario. I bought my 35' Viking Sport Cruiser 4 years ago and have been targeting trophy Walleye and Steelhead across Lake Erie. I want to share my passion for fishing with others, and I particularly enjoy teaching charters.

Our Team
Whit S.

Whit S.

First mate

Ken C.

Ken C.

First mate

Branden P.

Branden P.

First mate

22 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
20 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2023

I'm Captain Mark, and I've been chasing trophy fish across North and Central America since I was 12 years old and sportfishing for over 50 years. Caught Peacock Bass in Panama; Groupers, Red Snapper, and Tarpon in Florida; Musky, Pike, Walleye, and Smallmouth Bass in Canada; Walleye, Steelhead, and Perch on Lake Erie; as well as Brown Trout, Lake Trout, and King Salmon on Lake Ontario. I bought my 35' Viking Sport Cruiser 4 years ago and have been targeting trophy Walleye and Steelhead across Lake Erie. I want to share my passion for fishing with others, and I particularly enjoy teaching charters.

Our Team
Whit S.

Whit S.

First mate

Ken C.

Ken C.

First mate

Branden P.

Branden P.

First mate

The fish you can target

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Walleye
Walleye

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Yachts
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
1988
Boat manufacturer
Viking
Boat type
Cruiser
Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Erie can get rough at times - 3–5' waves max.
Nearshore Fishing
Early in the year the big schools are 2–5 miles.
Offshore Fishing
Later in the year the trophy fish are 15–20 miles.
Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
A fully functional bathroom with a Vanity, Sink, and Flush toilet.
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait, mostly nightcrawlers are used occasionally and are provided. Most baits are artificial lures like spoons and various sizes of crankbaits.
Lures
First mate
Ken and Whit

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.

Child friendly
This is a very kid friendly boat - the gunwales are very tall (approx 4'), and once aboard, kids should stay there. I recommend for children under the age of 12 to bring a life jacket that they should wear (an overabundance of caution).
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 American Express

 PayPal

 Checks

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Mentor right now

Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
WalleyeWalleye

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