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Swick's Sportfishing LLC 

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 8957 North Shore Boulevard, Lakeside Marblehead, OH 43440, United States–
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Swick's Sportfishing LLC 

Lakeside Marblehead, OH, United States
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23 ft
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5.0
(12 reviews)
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Book your next trip with Swick's Sportfishing and find out what makes Walleye fishing in Lake Erie so unique. With Captain Jim at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

You will most likely find yourself trolling for Walleye as we can most efficiently cover water and increase our catch rate. You are able to troll with 3 rods per person in Ohio waters of Lake Erie

You are encouraged to contact Capt. Jim and discuss what your objectives are. Whether you are looking to just have a fun day of catching fish or wish to learn something in particular, Capt. Jim can help tailor the trip to suite your needs. (i.e. using electronics, test riding the North River, Walleye trolling tips and tricks, etc…)

Young ones are welcome, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, so the proper sizes can be prepared ahead of time. Snacks are also a good idea to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Your boat for the day is a 23' North River Seahawk. With plenty of space in the Stern, 3 passengers can fish comfortably. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water, including a bimini and enclosed cabin should you need it. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is provided as necessary.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

It's recommended to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and drinks. Alcohol is not allowed.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Swick's Sportfishing is just a click away.

Book your next trip with Swick's Sportfishing and find out what makes Walleye fishing in Lake Erie so unique. With Captain Jim at the helm, you're in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

You will most likely find yourself trolling for Walleye as we can most efficiently cover water and increase our catch rate. You are able to troll with 3 rods per person in Ohio waters of Lake Erie

You are encouraged to contact Capt. Jim and discuss what your objectives are. Whether you are looking to just have a fun day of catching fish or wish to learn something in particular, Capt. Jim can help tailor the trip to suite your needs. (i.e. using electronics, test riding the North River, Walleye trolling tips and tricks, etc…)

Young ones are welcome, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, so the proper sizes can be prepared ahead of time. Snacks are also a good idea to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Your boat for the day is a 23' North River Seahawk. With plenty of space in the Stern, 3 passengers can fish comfortably. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water, including a bimini and enclosed cabin should you need it. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is provided as necessary.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

It's recommended to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and drinks. Alcohol is not allowed.

And that's it! Your fishing trip with Swick's Sportfishing is just a click away.

Jim Swick
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Jim Swick
21 years of experience
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Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle

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4hr Morning Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
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Walleye
US $375
Entire boat: up to 3 people
4 Hour Afternoon Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Sat, Sun)
Walleye
US $375
Entire boat: up to 3 people
6 Hour Trip- 2026
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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Walleye
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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James Hudson-Bey
James Hudson-Bey
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Lake Erie Fishing Experience with Captain Jim Wick!
4hr Morning Trip on August 8, 2026 • 3 adults

Captain Jim Wick gave us an absolutely fantastic day on Lake Erie. There were three of us, and from the beginning, Jim made the entire experience easy, enjoyable, and memorable. We came home with 18 walleye! Jim knew exactly where to put us on the fish, and he was patient, knowledgeable, and willing to teach along the way. We weren’t just passengers on a boat — we felt like we were fishing with someone who genuinely wanted us to have a great experience. What really put Jim over the top was what happened afterward. His afternoon charter happened to cancel, and instead of simply calling it a day, he took the extra time to clean all 18 of our walleye for us. He certainly didn’t have to do that, and it says a lot about the type of captain and person he is. Great fishing, great conversation, excellent service, and a captain who goes above and beyond for his customers. If you’re looking for a Lake Erie walleye charter, book Captain Jim Wick. We would absolutely fish with him again. 18 walleye and a great day on the lake — couldn’t ask for much more! 🎣

Reported catch:
Walleye
Jim Swick
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review! I had a great time this am! Enjoy that Fish fry and let’s go get a fall brawl fish!! -Capt. Jim

Paul Nuzum
Paul Nuzum
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2023
7 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Good time!
4 Hour Afternoon Trip on October 3, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Had a great day on the water with Captain Jim. His communication leading up to the trip was prompt and responsive. Had a bit too much wind to go out on the lake but Captain Jim was able to improvise and put us on fish in the bay area. Myself and my 7 year old both had a great time and came home with some good tasting Walleye.

Jim Swick
Response from Captain

Thanks! I’m glad you and Oen made the trip up, enjoy the fish fry!

Matt Borrhello
Matt Borrhello
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Day on the Lake!
4hr Morning Trip on August 9, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

My 10 yr old son and I had an awesome time fishing with Captain Jim. His boat and gear are excellent and he knows the lake bery well. He put us right on the fish were and we hit our limit and caught some real nice ones. Jim was super patient with my son and taught us some new fishing tricks and cool facts about the lake. Looking forward to another trip in the fall!

Jim Swick
Response from Captain

Thanks Matt! Good luck to both of you on the upcoming football season! I am looking forward to hearing all about it on the next trip.- Capt. Jim

Julie Jaeger
Julie Jaeger
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
My first time
4hr Morning Trip on July 11, 2026 • 2 adults

I had a wonderful fishing trip with Captain Jim.. This was my first time doing a charter and i plan on doing it again.. we caught our limit of Walleye and had some that evening for dinner and it was great.. I highly recommend this Charter and CaptJim.. Thankd for a great experience..

Jim Swick
Response from Captain

Thanks Julie! It was a real pleasure to have fished with you and Chris today.

Tiffany Carver
Tiffany Carver
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Such a great time!
4 Hour Afternoon Trip on July 19, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Captain Jim was amazing! He went above and beyond to ensure we had an awesome experience! This was our son's first time Walleye fishing, and Jim did not disappoint. He was patient and took extra time to ensure he had the best day!! We would highly recommend Jim!!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Jim Swick
Response from Captain

Thanks Tiffany! it was a pleasure to have been able to fish with you and your family! Awesome Pics!

FAQs about Swick's Sportfishing LLC

Swick's Sportfishing LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $375 per group - 4 Hour Afternoon Trip (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group - 4hr Morning Trip (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 6 Hour Trip- 2026 (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Swick's Sportfishing LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder Garmin GPSMAP units, LVS 34 and 62 , Airmar TM-165
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Swick's Sportfishing LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is provided by the Captain as needed. No worries for the customer to have to prepare bait, just bring your lunch / snacks.)
  • Lures
Swick's Sportfishing LLC offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Swick's Sportfishing LLC offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Swick's Sportfishing LLC include:
  • Walleye

Your captain

Jim Swick
Jim Swick
Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio, United States
14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2025
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
As a youngster, I became passionate about fishing as I fished with my Father, Grandfather, and other family members and friends. Fueled by a competitive spirit and driven to understand the details of how to become a better angler, I am always learning and becoming a better guide and tournament angler. I do not consider Guiding to be as much of a job as I see it being an opportunity to share the Lake Erie experience with others. I look forward to teaching others what I know about the sport and to watching others catching fish and having fun.
Jim Swick
Jim Swick
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
14
reports
12
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
As a youngster, I became passionate about fishing as I fished with my Father, Grandfather, and other family members and friends. Fueled by a competitive spirit and driven to understand the details of how to become a better angler, I am always learning and becoming a better guide and tournament angler. I do not consider Guiding to be as much of a job as I see it being an opportunity to share the Lake Erie experience with others. I look forward to teaching others what I know about the sport and to watching others catching fish and having fun.

The fish you can target

Walleye
Walleye
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Two anglers pose aboard a fishing boat while holding four large walleye over open water.
    Fall Bite is ON!! Quick limits once we found them! Sent Daniel and Yvette back to Chicagoland with 3 gallons of nice fillets to cap off a Gorgeous day on Lake Erie! Started out E. of Kelley’s in shallow water. After very little activity other than a nice smallmouth we headed East until we liked what was on our sonar. Flicker Minnows both high and low in the water column took our fish; 45’ behind our Offshore planer boards and 110’ back with an added 2oz weight. Capt. Jim is entered into all 3 Fall walleye derby’s and welcomes those who want to participate. (You must already be entered) Open dates for ALL from now until the end of the year. Contact me for details.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large fish on a boat during a sunset fishing trip.
    Paul N.
    Paul N.
    Had a great day on the water with Captain Jim. His communication leading up to the trip was prompt and responsive. Had a bit too much wind to go out on the lake but Captain Jim was able to improvise and put us on fish in the bay area. Myself and my 7 year old both had a great time and came home with some good tasting Walleye.
  • A young angler proudly holding a Walleye while fishing on a boat during sunset.
    Fall weather is here, and it was an awesome day to be back on the water! The nice thing about the islands area is that regardless of a strong NE wind, we can almost always find a protected spot and still catch fish. I had the pleasure today of taking Oen and his dad, Paul, out this afternoon. The fishing was like a coaster ride in reverse. It was down, then UP! Spot #2 was quite a fire drill starting out. After a slowdown, Oen got us back on track by picking out a Purple Flicker Minnow, which then landed perhaps the biggest fish of the trip. We ran Flicker Minnows 10-45’ back behind our boards today. Beautiful sunset tonight to end the trip.
  • A serene sunset view over the ocean, showcasing the side of a Yamaha outboard motor against the tranquil waters.
    Still Catching! Had to stray away from our recent hot spot we’ve been fishing. Only a couple nice walleyes to show for and a big smallie that came loose on an acrobatic move. Went on a 15 mile long search that landed us in 10-18’ of water near Huron. It was steadily busy thereafter for the remaining 2 hours of the morning trip and again for the afternoon party. Plenty of walleyes for everyone to have a big fish fry and a few monster Cats and Sheepies to keep everyone on their toes!
  • Young angler proudly displaying two Walleye caught during a fishing trip, showcasing a joyful moment at a park setting.
    Limits again today for 1st time Lake Erie Walleye fishers Matt and Boston. Good going guys! Same program again today. Just a bit more challenging as the fish seemed to be holding tight to one area with several boats and many weeds adrift. Wowzers though, nice grade of fish! Enjoy the fish fry!
  • Young angler holding a large walleye aboard a fishing boat on open water.
    Fish 1
    Yellow Perch
    Matt B.
    Matt B.
    My 10 yr old son and I had an awesome time fishing with Captain Jim. His boat and gear are excellent and he knows the lake bery well. He put us right on the fish were and we hit our limit and caught some real nice ones. Jim was super patient with my son and taught us some new fishing tricks and cool facts about the lake. Looking forward to another trip in the fall!
  • A group of three anglers proudly posing with their catch of fish displayed on a cleaning station after a successful fishing trip.
    Put the SmackDown on them once again today! We are still getting a really good grade of Island fish here in August. All 17-26” Launching from Marblehead, fishing the same spot and the same lures as the last month or more. 2.2mph with Flicker Minnows. Had a great group of guys on board this morning. Enjoy the fish fry and let’s go get a fall brawl fish!! ? Capt. Jim
  • Angler proudly displaying two freshly caught Walleye while fishing on a boat.
    James H.
    James H.
    Captain Jim Wick gave us an absolutely fantastic day on Lake Erie. There were three of us, and from the beginning, Jim made the entire experience easy, enjoyable, and memorable. We came home with 18 walleye! Jim knew exactly where to put us on the fish, and he was patient, knowledgeable, and willing to teach along the way. We weren’t just passengers on a boat — we felt like we were fishing with someone who genuinely wanted us to have a great experience. What really put Jim over the top was what happened afterward. His afternoon charter happened to cancel, and instead of simply calling it a day, he took the extra time to clean all 18 of our walleye for us. He certainly didn’t have to do that, and it says a lot about the type of captain and person he is. Great fishing, great conversation, excellent service, and a captain who goes above and beyond for his customers. If you’re looking for a Lake Erie walleye charter, book Captain Jim Wick. We would absolutely fish with him again. 18 walleye and a great day on the lake — couldn’t ask for much more! 🎣
  • A variety of freshly caught Walleye laid out on a fish cleaning station, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Walleye fishing was Great again this weekend!! The East side of Kelly’s Island produced a good grade of fish up to 27” long today! They’re actively feeding on both shiners and shad—they’re puking them up in the fish tank. The morning trip was with Jack and Bill Robinette, up to visit the peninsula for the weekend. We started in the same spots as last weekend with flicker minnows in white and perch-colored patterns out behind our boards, just 30-40 feet. Before we could get the last rods set, it was “Game On!!” Ideal speed was about 2.2 mph. Limits of walleye were caught, along with a couple nice smallmouth and only one or two farm animals. The second trip was with the Westfall party—Rachael, Cody, and Chad. Although the sun was high and the water was clear, the fish stayed right where we left them. It’s like the Golden Corral—those big fish don’t stray too far from the Smorgasbord! Shortly into the second trip, Cody started us out with a slam dunk on a nice 27” fish!! ?Limits of fish were had by all, and it was a Beautiful day on this Great Lake! Ended out with a treat from Brown’s, a fresh Catawba peach Sundae! ? Good Luck to the Softball Girls today and GO Quakes! (Exception to 9/26, GO Bears!) Trip is available for next Sunday.
  • Angler proudly displaying a sizable Smallmouth Bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Smallmouth Bass
    Jack R.
    Jack R.
    14 bass and walleye! It was an absolute great experience and would definitely do this again!! Great captain and great time!!!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
North River
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
37 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Garmin GPSMAP units, LVS 34 and 62 , Airmar TM-165
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is provided by the Captain as needed. No worries for the customer to have to prepare bait, just bring your lunch / snacks.
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Kids are welcome aboard. I encourage you to introduce them to the sport when they are young. However, let's talk about it before hand so that we can properly prepare and make their trip enjoyable!
No alcohol
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
 Checks

What’s biting in Lakeside Marblehead right now

WalleyeWalleye

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Recent fishing reports

Fall Walleye Limits on Lake Erie
Fall Walleye Limits on Lake Erie
October 24, 2026
Fall Bite is ON!! Quick limits once we found them! Sent Daniel and Yvette back to Chicagoland with 3 gallons of nice fillets to cap off a Gorgeous day on Lake Erie! Started out E. of Kelley’s in shallow water. After very little activity other than a nice smallmouth we headed East until we liked what was on our sonar. Flicker Minnows both high and low in the water column took our fish; 45’ behind our Offshore planer boards and 110’ back with an added 2oz weight. Capt. Jim is entered into all 3 Fall walleye derby’s and welcomes those who want to participate. (You must already be entered) Open dates for ALL from now until the end of the year. Contact me for details.
Continue reading
Big Bite on Purple Flicker Minnow
Big Bite on Purple Flicker Minnow
October 3, 2026
Fall weather is here, and it was an awesome day to be back on the water! The nice thing about the islands area is that regardless of a strong NE wind, we can almost always find a protected spot and still catch fish. I had the pleasure today of taking Oen and his dad, Paul, out this afternoon. The fishing was like a coaster ride in reverse. It was down, then UP! Spot #2 was quite a fire drill starting out. After a slowdown, Oen got us back on track by picking out a Purple Flicker Minnow, which then landed perhaps the biggest fish of the trip. We ran Flicker Minnows 10-45’ back behind our boards today. Beautiful sunset tonight to end the trip.
Continue reading
Fall Walleye Limits on Lake Erie
Fall Walleye Limits on Lake Erie
October 24, 2026
Fall Bite is ON!! Quick limits once we found them! Sent Daniel and Yvette back to Chicagoland with 3 gallons of nice fillets to cap off a Gorgeous day on Lake Erie! Started out E. of Kelley’s in shallow water. After very little activity other than a nice smallmouth we headed East until we liked what was on our sonar. Flicker Minnows both high and low in the water column took our fish; 45’ behind our Offshore planer boards and 110’ back with an added 2oz weight. Capt. Jim is entered into all 3 Fall walleye derby’s and welcomes those who want to participate. (You must already be entered) Open dates for ALL from now until the end of the year. Contact me for details.
Continue reading
Big Bite on Purple Flicker Minnow
Big Bite on Purple Flicker Minnow
October 3, 2026
Fall weather is here, and it was an awesome day to be back on the water! The nice thing about the islands area is that regardless of a strong NE wind, we can almost always find a protected spot and still catch fish. I had the pleasure today of taking Oen and his dad, Paul, out this afternoon. The fishing was like a coaster ride in reverse. It was down, then UP! Spot #2 was quite a fire drill starting out. After a slowdown, Oen got us back on track by picking out a Purple Flicker Minnow, which then landed perhaps the biggest fish of the trip. We ran Flicker Minnows 10-45’ back behind our boards today. Beautiful sunset tonight to end the trip.
Continue reading