Fish and Dive 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.
Dive trips are offered in the West and Central basin, and are for certified divers only. See my website for details.
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 and Diving.
Captain
Mark Schoolcraft
Highlights
IBTL Sportfishing and Diving offers the following trips to customers:
When you book a trip with IBTL Sportfishing and Diving, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
Trips booked with IBTL Sportfishing and Diving include:
IBTL Sportfishing and Diving offers the following types of fishing:
IBTL Sportfishing and Diving offers the following fishing techniques:
Top targeted fish species with IBTL Sportfishing and Diving include:
Lorain, Ohio, United States
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.
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
Heavy Tackle
Trolling
Spinning
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
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 Dwayne
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
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
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.